Robert Loth Email & Phone Number

Milwaukee, Wi, Us

Responsibilities include design, optimize, integrate, and deliver component/system designs from concept to production for the Fuel and Styled Systems group. Own detailed project plans for requirement setting, part development and procurement, test planning and testing utilizing APQP tools (FMEA, DVP&R). Leverage analytical methods and test data to help organize systems and components for cost, weight, and quality improvements. Lead technical development and integration with domestic and international suppliers. Work with cross-functional groups across the organization to obtain results. Feed project and part knowledge into design guidelines and specification development for overall depth of knowledge in related parts and processes.

Milwaukee, Wi, Us

Develop and execute processes and activities required to certify motorcycles, systems, and components in all markets which Harley-Davidson chooses to do business. Support the smooth delivery of the product plan by working to enable uninterrupted shipment, sale and registration of product, including interfacing with regulatory bodies and supporting the conformity of production activities where necessary. Provide critical input into the product development process by helping define project requirements and execute international market certifications. Monitor, influence, and communicate new or developing regulations, at times engaging with industry associations, government representatives and other external stakeholders.

Milwaukee, Wi, Us

Responsible for investigating new fabrication manufacturing methods, process standardization, cost savings opportunities, innovation, and to act as a liaison between manufacturing and product development for new life cycle plan projects. Recently led the procurement and installation of over $2 million of tooling and equipment for a new fuel tank and fenders. Managed the project timeline, budget, PFMEAs, control plans, and PPAP activities.

Milwaukee, Wi, Us

Manager of a group of engineers and designers working on Styled Surfaces components for Softail, Dyna, and XL platform projects. Responsible for reviewing and approving component features & specs, DFMEA's and DVP&R's, drawing authorizations and ECN's. Responsible for providing resource estimates, project cost estimates, and project risk assessments. Facilitate the Metals Best Practice Group. Co-wrote several component design guidelines.

Milwaukee, Wi, Us

Styled Surfaces Systems Group. Worked on Project Tuanis, Aquila, Sizzler, Pacino, and 08 FLT. Responsible for design and development of various Styled Surfaces components including: medallions, fenders, fuel tanks, belt guards, debris deflectors, and consoles.

Detroit, Michigan, Us

Responsible for engineering automotive exterior components which met or exceeded the program imperatives, communicating requirements to and from other groups to ensure designs met timing events, and provided leadership to product development teams to resolve issues. Components worked on included sunroof systems, wheelhouse liners, body side moldings, rocker moldings, fixed glass and reveal moldings, and vinyl tops.

Mse, Engineering

Bsme, Mechanical Engineering