Phil Thibodeau, P. Eng., Mba Candidate Email & Phone Number

Columbus, Ohio, United States

Raymond, Ohio

• Founded Honda's NA battery test group, building a 9-engineer team for advanced Battery Management Systems (BMS) applications. • Lead a dynamic team in Battery Systems Test and Controls, contributing to pioneering innovations that elevate performance, efficiency, and environmental responsibility in Honda's vehicles.• Direct the Battery Electric Vehicle Readiness Project within the Power Unit Division, which involves re-training engine and transmission engineers to excel in the… Show more • Founded Honda's NA battery test group, building a 9-engineer team for advanced Battery Management Systems (BMS) applications. • Lead a dynamic team in Battery Systems Test and Controls, contributing to pioneering innovations that elevate performance, efficiency, and environmental responsibility in Honda's vehicles.• Direct the Battery Electric Vehicle Readiness Project within the Power Unit Division, which involves re-training engine and transmission engineers to excel in the development of battery electric vehicles.• Oversee comprehensive technical training encompassing Motor, Power Electronics, AC and DC Charging, Battery and Battery Management System (BMS), Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH), and Gearbox domains.• Manage a $10M overhaul of test facilities and instituted high voltage safety protocols and Li-Ion EV regulatory compliance (UN ECE R10, R100). Show less

• Directed as Assistant Large Project Leader (Powertrain) for Honda Odyssey MMC (2022, 2023) and upcoming models, successfully managing a team of 4 project leaders, aligning cross-functional divisions, and achieving on-time and on-budget milestones.• Guided the 2021 Acura TLX drivetrain development testing team, resulting in a 12% reduction in heat generation and substantial cost savings in heat mitigation for Type-S circuit driving events.• Managed $10M overhaul of test facilities and… Show more • Directed as Assistant Large Project Leader (Powertrain) for Honda Odyssey MMC (2022, 2023) and upcoming models, successfully managing a team of 4 project leaders, aligning cross-functional divisions, and achieving on-time and on-budget milestones.• Guided the 2021 Acura TLX drivetrain development testing team, resulting in a 12% reduction in heat generation and substantial cost savings in heat mitigation for Type-S circuit driving events.• Managed $10M overhaul of test facilities and instituted high voltage safety protocols and Li-Ion EV regulatory compliance (UN ECE R10, R100).• Collaborated with fellow Assistant Large Project Leaders to develop a new vehicle model, taking direct charge of drive system design and testing across E-Drive, 4WD, Engine, and Transmission components• Managed an $18M development budget, expertly allocating resources across test vehicles, parts, external contracts, and travel.• Executed complex communications between various departments, including Research and Development, Sales, Factory, and Service departments, harmonizing model development efforts for efficient market integration.• Facilitated dynamic weekly progress meetings, monitoring and maintaining performance targets, timelines, and budgets, cultivating a culture of accountability and excellence.• Evaluated vehicle dynamics encompassing Handling, NVH (noise, vibration, and harshness), and Marketability to enrich driving experiences while upholding Honda's quality standards. Show less

• Spearheaded drive system test validation for a groundbreaking Full Model Change on a cutting-edge platform, marking the revival of the Acura Type-S performance brand.• Oversaw a dynamic team of 6 test groups, encompassing function, durability, marketability, NVH (noise, vibration, and harshness), four-wheel drive, and driveshaft disciplines, ensuring comprehensive testing coverage.• Embarked on extensive travel journeys across North America, immersing in proving grounds, circuits… Show more • Spearheaded drive system test validation for a groundbreaking Full Model Change on a cutting-edge platform, marking the revival of the Acura Type-S performance brand.• Oversaw a dynamic team of 6 test groups, encompassing function, durability, marketability, NVH (noise, vibration, and harshness), four-wheel drive, and driveshaft disciplines, ensuring comprehensive testing coverage.• Embarked on extensive travel journeys across North America, immersing in proving grounds, circuits, test cells, and extreme climates to validate high-performance specifications rigorously.• Regularly engaged with executive leadership and technical evaluation committees through compelling presentations, showcasing tangible strides in development objectives and transparently addressing paramount concerns. Show less

• Honored with the prestigious Honda President's Award for my instrumental role in enhancing the 2016 Acura TLX's automatic transmission system, reflecting my commitment to excellence and innovation.• Led the seamless development of the vehicle powertrain, successfully guiding projects from conception to mass production and achieving a significant milestone by introducing the first-ever hybrid powertrain to the Acura MDX model.• Pioneered a paradigm shift towards 'No Prototype… Show more • Honored with the prestigious Honda President's Award for my instrumental role in enhancing the 2016 Acura TLX's automatic transmission system, reflecting my commitment to excellence and innovation.• Led the seamless development of the vehicle powertrain, successfully guiding projects from conception to mass production and achieving a significant milestone by introducing the first-ever hybrid powertrain to the Acura MDX model.• Pioneered a paradigm shift towards 'No Prototype Development', employing advanced virtual product verification techniques that significantly reduced prototype vehicle expenses and accelerated development timelines.• Enhanced product quality and customer satisfaction by leveraging market survey insights and implementing strategic marketability calibration adjustments, resulting in significant improvements to Initial Quality Scores (IQS) scores and heightened alignment with customer preferences. Show less

• Enhanced Honda’s drivetrain efficiency by 1.2% through strategic temperature management, optimizing operational windows for peak performance.• Conducted comprehensive analysis of smart and passive thermal control systems to identify the most cost-effective approach for boosting fuel efficiency by $/mpg.

• Contributed to the development of advanced 6 and 10-speed Automatic Transmissions for Honda and Acura vehicles, amplifying performance and efficiency across models like Accord, Pilot, Ridgeline, RDX, MDX, and TLX.• Pioneered the functional blueprinting of the Power Transfer Unit (PTU), instrumental in seamlessly incorporating the Power Transfer Unit (PTU) into the 2019 Acura RDX.

Helsinki, Finland

Halifax, Nova Scotia

Master Of Business Administration - Mba

• Currently on the Dean's List (Top 10% of class)

Bachelor Of Engineering (B.Eng.), Mechanical Engineering

Activities and Societies: Formula SAE, Concrete Canoe, Pulling for the Kids, Investing Society