Robert Stephens Email & Phone Number

Richardson, Tx

Dallas/Fort Worth Area

Project lead engineer on the metalwoods team focused on driving product innovation to serve top PGA Tour athletes as well as the general consumer. -Leader on a small team responsible for designing, creating, and developing innovative products using 3D CAD and computational simulation tools-Created and managed comprehensive engineering drawings, specifications, and files-Designed and ran FEA studies and optimizations coupled with advanced product testing -Communicated with Asia-based vendors for product development and manufacturing including overseas travel-Evaluated market data and product performance to brief senior leadership and provide suggestions for future products and performance specifications -Worked with high-profile PGA Tour athletes to develop product insights and improve performance-Utilized a variety of materials in product design and worked with vendors on new manufacturing methods

Carlsbad, Ca

-Developed technologically advanced, high performance products that also meet the high standards of look and feel required by the better player through the use of new manufacturing methods, materials, and design features -Took player feedback from tour representatives and integrate into new products -Collaborated with industrial design team and create 3D design features from 2D concept sketches-Coordinated with product manufacturing and product strategy teams for project management in order to achieve aggressive scheduling goals and exacting manufacturing targets-Participated in cross-functional small teams responsible for managing projects from creation to production

Plano, Texas

-Designed successful and innovative products and prototypes including drivers, fairway woods, hybrids, irons, wedges, and putters using CAD software. -Developed and evaluated concepts utilizing computational analysis including FEA, CFD, and Modal Analysis.-Created theories and simulation models based on theoretical models including verification of computational models. -Collaborated on intellectual property as an inventor for product related patents.-Evaluated and improved products through engineering testing (robot, durability, acoustic, material and mass properties) along with consumer testing.-Worked closely with international vendors for product development including overseas travel.

Albuquerque, New Mexico Area