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Austin, Texas, Us

Westlake, Texas, Us

• Led a major integration program, streamlining operations and enhancing collaboration through an organized and successful onsite kickoff, aligning teams on project goals, and leading the RFP process for a critical technology solution.• Expertly managed an expanding product initiatives program, ensuring on-time completion and alignment with strategic objectives for a number of different product launches and repositionings.• Developed and presented comprehensive funding views for the Platform Operating Model (POM) portfolio on a regular basis, securing senior leadership approval.• Meticulously managed a complex usability project, overseeing resources, forecasts, and timelines for multiple initiatives.

Westlake, Texas, Us

• Completed CRM platform migration program ahead of schedule, ensuring seamless business continuity and enhancing sales productivity.• Led regulatory project to successful and timely compliance with relevant SEC Rule, leveraging strong leadership skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement new policies and procedures.• Contributed to the successful launch of a new thematic ETF investment product.

Westlake, Texas, Us

• Streamlined POM (Platform Operating Model) activities, seamlessly integrating BAU and MLO initiatives. Validated financial forecasts and actuals at platform level and implemented standardized Program Increment (PI) planning across teams, driving enhanced efficiency and collaboration.• Championed data-driven decision-making by developing Arsenale reports utilizing JQL and collaborating closely with the data analytics team to expand data visualization techniques, empowering informed decision-making across the organization.• Provided proactive leadership by regularly updating senior management on project milestones and promptly escalating risks when necessary through comprehensive monthly segment reports, ensuring transparency and accountability.• Achieved financial success for product initiatives project, launching and repositioning multiple products on time and within budget.

Dumbarton, Gb

• Spearheaded and managed intricate cross-functional projects remotely and on-site, successfully deploying commercial battery energy storage system (BESS) projects and internal R&D initiatives both domestically and internationally, handling projects valued up to $5M.• Led the execution of the Argentina Hybrid Power Plant project from its inception, encompassing concept and design phases to final installation and testing, resulting in overall project costs 5% below initial projections.• Empowered optimal resource allocation between projects by crafting a comprehensive Tableau dashboard of project hours data, effectively highlighting bottleneck removal opportunities and enhancing project efficiency.• Accelerated global collaboration on BESS products and projects through the implementation of a centralized SharePoint site, fostering knowledge sharing and streamlining cross-team collaboration.• Provided comprehensive training to project delivery teams and associated functions on Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, and Planner, leading to enhanced project deployment effectiveness, improved communication, and streamlined project management processes.

Berlin, De

• Expertly led and managed intricate cross-functional projects remotely and on-site, successfully deploying commercial BESS projects and internal R&D initiatives both domestically and internationally, handling projects valued up to $2M.• Optimized resource allocation and effectively accelerated the installation schedule of the Kodiak, Alaska BESS project during decommissioning, installation, and testing, resulting in a remarkable 6% increase in overall project margin.• Spearheaded product certification project, successfully navigating all requirements for deployment in the US, UK, and other European markets, ensuring compliance and expanding market reach.

Rueil Malmaison, Paris, Fr

• Orchestrated the efforts of cross-functional engineering and product teams across the nation, effectively managing a diverse portfolio of electrical distribution projects valued up to $1.5M, consistently ensuring on-time delivery within committed timelines.• Identified and implemented strategic time management and project follow-up methodologies for order management, successfully surpassing the target of $5M by a remarkable 36%.• Analyzed trade-offs between competing manufacturers' bills of material, providing expert recommendations and implementing the most cost-effective and high-quality solution for each client.

Rueil Malmaison, Paris, Fr

• Streamlined and customized the order conversion process, tailoring it to regional market dynamics and surpassing the $4M target by 17%.• Leveraged extensive product knowledge, quote-to-cash (QTC) tools, and engineering expertise to generate customized bills of material for customers, ensuring accurate pricing and optimal solutions.• Conducted in-depth evaluations of competing manufacturers' bills of material, meticulously assessing trade-offs to identify the most cost-effective and resource-efficient solution for each client.

Rueil Malmaison, Paris, Fr

• Supervised and managed the execution of $2M export projects for affiliates in Mexico, providing strategic guidance and operational support, effectively facilitating the client's US sales strategy and expanding their market presence in North America.• Revolutionized the quotation process, resulting in a 100% increase in quotation targets ($3M) and a remarkable 150% client conversion rate• Championed the development of a centralized database, leading a team of eight to streamline data entry processes, enhance performance analysis tools, and empower management with data-driven insights.• Demonstrated versatility in project management, quotations, pricing, and sales, rapidly mastering all aspects of domestic and international sales operations

Atlanta, Georgia , Us

• Planned engaging programs and events with other Resident Advisors for 1200+ residents on a limited budget , fostering a vibrant community spirit.• Provided personalized support to 45 residents, connecting students with relevant academic and personal resources.• Devised roommate contracts to proactively address potential conflicts, leading to a reduction in roommate disagreements.• Cultivated an academic, productive, and fulfilling environment for 45 residents, evidenced by positive feedback and high resident satisfaction scores.• Effectively managed on-call duties for a building of 500 residents, resolving emergencies promptly and maintaining a safe and secure environment.

Atlanta, Georgia , Us

• Leveraged engineering mechanics principles to address client testing challenges at Georgia Tech's National Electric Energy Testing, Research & Applications Center (NEETRAC).• Performed rigorous mechanical and thermal tests on a diverse range of products and components, ensuring compliance with electrical distribution tolerances.

Cham, Zug, Ch

• Developed and maintained comprehensive technical documentation, including BOMs, product manuals, part drawings, custom prototypes, detailed assembly drawings, and large assemblies, ensuring accuracy and completeness.• Successfully designed two new metering products using Pro/Engineer, carefully addressing specific client requirements and overseeing the entire product life-cycle from initial concept to prototyping, ensuring successful product launches.• Championed the implementation of 3D CAD model animation using Pro/Engineer to simulate assembly processes, revolutionizing product installation procedures and enhancing field efficiency.

Boston, Ma, Us

• Empowered a team of four to provide developmentally appropriate educational activities for young children through nurturing one-on-one relationships.• Guided team members by modeling best practices, conducting observations, and offering constructive feedback.• Facilitated team planning meetings and led biweekly in-classroom activities to foster children's holistic development.• Streamlined team administration by organizing productive meetings and effectively managing notes and records.• Promoted from Corps Member to a leadership role within the first semester, demonstrating exceptional dedication and expertise.

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Mechanical Engineering

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