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Columbus, In, Us

Columbus, In, Us

Columbus, Indiana, United States

- Manage daily and strategic operations (includes accounting) and support sales/marketing- Manage group of 12+ class time coaches, 20+ part-time instructors, and 4+ part-time desk workers

Columbus, Indiana, United States

- Develop and lead 3-4 classes per week on the mic in resistance band and kickboxing training- Identify and train new instructors to be kickboxing / strength training instructors- Earn highest certification for instructor at Farrell's Extreme Bodyshaping (Level III)

Columbus, Indiana, United States

- Lead development of engaging activities, challenges, & events for the gym with 3 other FIT Coaches- Coach and act as accountability partner for national challengers and 10-weekers during their sessions- Create and manage classes for MyZone technology within the gym

Columbus, Indiana, United States

Summary:- Leading Efforts to Improve Engineering Efficiency Across the Corporate Technical Function Through Technical Product Development, Technical and Environmental System, TechAI,and CTO GroupDetail:- Co-developed strategy and led adoption, testing, and integration of GenAI technologies into corporate technical function through the Technical Artificial Intelligence (TechAI) initiative to improve tool, talent, and technology space.- Led data analytics initiative for the workplace including development of fully functional PowerBI dashboards integrated with SSAS Database, deployment and integration of survey data, and launch, management, and integration of Microsoft VIVA Insights platform for CMI (PULSE)- Managed large, complex, cross-functional, and cross-business projects that delivered significant engineering efficiency improvements utilizing six sigma and system engineering methodologies (such as VOC / focus groups, KJ, and visual requirements / storyboarding)- Architected customer-led systems and processes in data accessibility, knowledge management, expert search, test tracking, engineering supply chain, initiative tracking, and meeting effectiveness / asynchronous work

Columbus, Indiana, United States

Summary:- Leading Efforts to Improve Engineering Efficiency Across the Corporate Technical Function Through Technical Product Development, Product Development Excellence, and CTO GroupDetail:- Led data analytics initiative for the workplace including development of fully functional PowerBI dashboards integrated with SSAS Database, deployment and integration of survey data, and launch, management, and integration of Microsoft VIVA Insights platform for CMI- Managed large, complex, cross-functional, and cross-business projects that delivered significant engineering efficiency improvements utilizing six sigma and system engineering methodologies (such as VOC / focus groups, KJ, and visual requirements / storyboarding)- Architected customer-led systems and processes in data accessibility, knowledge management, test tracking, engineering supply chain, initiative tracking, and meeting effectiveness / asynchronous workSpecial Assignments Timeline:[May 2017 - Aug 2022] - UofL Recruiting Leader[Jan 2022 - Aug 2022] - System Engineering Talent Scout - US Recruiting

Columbus, Indiana

Summary: - Leading Efforts to Improve Engineering Efficiency Across the Corporate Technical Function Through Product Development Excellence- Leading Efforts to Improve Product Validation Tools and Processes and Supporting Critical Technical Work as a Product Validation Engineer Across the Engine BusinessDetail: - Managed large, complex, cross-functional, and cross-business projects that delivered significant engineering efficiency improvements utilizing six sigma and system engineering methodologies (such as VOC / focus groups, KJ, and visual requirements / storyboarding)- Architected customer-led systems and processes in test tracking, knowledge management, engineering supply chain, initiative tracking, and meeting effectiveness- Delivered data analytics capability for the workplace along with fully functional PowerBI dashboards - Established “fun” committee aimed at boosting employment engagement / morale within org. - Coached several administrative and database specialists in support of engineering organizationAreas of Technical Investigation:- Chrysler B-Series Cylinder Head and Valve Train (May 2017 - December 2017)- X12 Base Engine System (January 2018 - April 2018)Special Assignments Timeline:[May 2017 - Present] - UofL Recruiting Leader[Oct 2017 - Present] - [Y] Committee ("Fun" Committee) Leader[Jan 2018 - Present] - Corporate Product Development Excellence Team - Project Leader

Columbus, In

Summary: - Led investigations into the high profile failures and complex validation projects within the engine development cycle for the dynamic base engine components (gear train and valve train) ahead of production launchDetail: - Led failure investigation / resolution of high profile system level problems with new valve train technology - Developed and executed complex validation plan in test cell and field as lead for base engine components (focused primarily on cylinder head and valve train) on short, fast-moving engine program. - Gathered and organized VOC of multiple interfacing functions (PV / Test) through roundtable methodology with hopes of developing functional interface requirements and implementing quick fixes for requirements not being met as a specialist for the functional excellence team.Areas of Technical Investigation:- X-Series Valve Train and Gear Train (October 2016 - May 2017)- Chrysler B-Series Cylinder Head and Valve Train (January 2016 - May 2017)Special Assignments Timeline:[February 2016 - May 2017] - UofL Recruiting Co-Op / Capstone Coordinator[February 2016 - May 2017] - Product Validation Functional Excellence - Specialist / Base Engine Lead

Columbus, In

Summary: - Managed a team of product design and product validation engineers who design and develop base engine components (cylinder block, cylinder head, gear train, valve train, head gasket, housings & covers, oil pan, and static & dynamic seals) ahead of production launch.Detail: - Organized team metrics on design progression and six sigma status from various databases using VBA programming.Team Leadership:- X-Series Base Engine (July 2015 - February 2016)Special Assignments Timeline:[July 2015 - February 2016] - UofL Recruiting Capstone Coordinator[July 2015 - November 2015] - Product Validation Functional Excellence - Base Engine Lead[November 2015 - February 2016] - Product Validation Functional Excellence - Specialist

Columbus, Indiana

Summary:- Developed and completed validation and verification plans for new base engine components (primary focus: gear train and valve train) ahead of production launch.Detail:- Resolved critical issues such as camshaft spalling and bolted joint load loss using 7-step problem solving tools / methodology, including fault tree analysis and root cause analysis.- Created iDFMEA, Technical Profile, and DVP&R for new valve train technology for CMI.- Organized off-site rig testing to validate new valve train technology for CMI including development of comprehensive test plans and procurement of new engine components.- Recommended new vision for engine teardowns and developed new process / tool in support of part tracking using process mapping and voice of customer tools, including KJ and KJ decomposition, as a product validation functional excellence lead.Component Ownership:- Chrysler B-Series Valve Train (August 2014 - July 2015)- Nissan V-Series Chain Drive / Valve Train (May 2014 - August 2014)- X-Series Gear Train (May 2014 - August 2014)Awards / Certifications:- Six Sigma Green Belt Certification (January 2015)- 2014 6S Chairman's Award Nominee and Finalist (January 2015)Special Assignments Timeline:[March 2015 - July 2015] - Base Engine Team B-Series Program Leader[December 2014 - July 2015] - UofL Recruiting Capstone Coordinator[May 2014 - July 2015] - Product Validation Functional Excellence - Base Engine Lead[May 2014 - December 2014] - Gear Component Champion - HMLD

Columbus, Indiana

Summary: - Developed and completed validation and verification plans for new base engine components (primary focus: gear train and valve train) ahead of production launch.Detail:- Planned and executed unique design of experiments, surface optimization analysis, and jury study (CMI Best Practice) with varying gear parameters (including gear noise and lash).- Resolved issues around bearing / bushing cavitation and housing / cover fractures using 7-step problem solving tools / methodology, including fault tree analysis and root cause analysis.- Created iDFMEA template for gear train components and sub-system.Component Ownership:- Nissan V-Series Chain Drive / Valve Train (January 2014 - May 2014)- X-Series Gear Train (June 2012 - May 2014)Awards / Certifications:- Six Sigma Green Belt Certification (1/3 projects) - 2013 6S Chairman's Award Nominee (January 2014)Special Assignments Timeline:[July 2013 - May 2014] - Product Validation Functional Excellence - Base Engine Lead[July 2013 - May 2014] - Gear Component Champion - HMLD

Louisville, Kentucky Area

- Rewired measurement devices on a centrifugal pump setup and troubleshot the corresponding LabVIEW VI. - Identified limitations and enhanced the performance of an in-line axial fan setup. - Identified and eliminated air disturbances within a wind tunnel using makeshift dry ice/water streamlines.- Proposed a machine dynamics lab that would seek to find the critical speed of a loaded shaft.- Organized and inventoried the laboratory for better efficiency/preparation. - Created a less-bias grading procedure and redesigned the website for the lab.- Edited and revamped the lab manuals.- Reviewed and graded lab reports for technical content and composition

Houston, Texas

- Researched and recommended a preferred technology for helicopter underwater emergency breathing apparatuses and personal locator beacons to be implemented on all offshore operations worldwide.

Houston, Texas

- Restructured a pressure surveillance database and created a priority list to better monitor critical oil and gas wells in South Texas.

Houston, Texas

- Developed resolution plans for underwater cooling pumps sustaining corrosion issues off the coast of California.- Redesigned a piston from a nitrogen compressor that failed due to fatigue after undergoing extreme thermal stress cycles in Wyoming.

Master Of Engineering (M.Eng.), Systems Engineering

Distance Learning Program - Cummins Sponsorship

Master Of Engineering (M.Eng.), Mechanical Engineering, 4.00

Activities and Societies: Graduate Teaching Assistant (Mechanical Engineering Laboratory I and II)E.I.T - Engineer in Training.

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Mechanical Engineering, 3.99

Activities and Societies: Pi Tau Sigma, ASMEHonors & Awards: - Mechanical Engineering Department Awards *Graduate Academic Achievement.

High School, 4.00

- Intel International Science and Engineering Fair Finalist (2007) - Louisville Regional Science Fair Winner – Physical Sciences (2007)