Manager of the design engineering team

Leader in engineering design and product development for the US RegionManaged a diverse team of engineers and designers on-site at the National Support CenterSupported business development, and creating business cases for new customer applicationsImplemented 3D CAD system (PTC Creo) and training for the engineering team in the US RegionImplemented a workflow management system for task tracking and KPI analysisDeveloped process maps for the full range of engineering activities (RFQ to continuous improvement)Developed new system design standards, calculation tools, and work instructions for the engineering team Created engineering technical training modules and materials for the direct sales teamManaged the completion custom projects with the global supply chain team and third-party suppliersDeveloped custom sub-system solutions for unique customer applications utilizing digital designSupported production and validation team with installation designs and test data review/approval

Tenneco Ride Performance Global Module Design Functional Expertise TeamManaged cross-functional team to drive corner module design as a functional expertise globallyCreated global standards for module design based on analysis of road/load cases and multi-body simulations. Created and followed value-stream maps for global development and launch proceduresCreated and maintained global design rules, templates, calculation tools, generic validation plans, test development procedures, and generic DFMEA for corner modulesTrained associates and created a fully-integrated system DFMEA (PLATO-SCIO platform) for a corner module assembly as a pilot program for implementation of these tools globallyProvided leadership and technical support for corner module development and launch projectsIdentified and implemented several cost reduction projects for corner module components globally

Applications Engineer for GM Full-Size Light Duty Pickup and SUV Completed production validation of front spring-over modules and rear air leveling shocksPrepared and completed launch of the 2014 GM Full-Size LD Pickup and SUV platformResolved numerous quality, design, and production related issuesPerformed testing, modeling, and design of module components for full assembly analysisWorked with GM resident engineers to validate and integrate suspension componentsDeveloped DFMEA and PFMEA documentation for module and air shock programsPerformed characterization testing and analysis of air spring (damper) assembliesReleased designs, prints and models for air shock and module assembliesPerformed extensive testing including durability, structural, and materials analysis Worked on component design and testing with numerous suppliers in the automotive industry Utilized Six Sigma tools to resolve production issues (Six Sigma Green Belt Certified) Completed designs for front spring-over module and rear shocksPresented designs and proposals during multiple technical reviews with General MotorsDeveloped new and carry-over designs to be incorporated for current platform replacementInvestigated new manufacturing processes to accommodate for shock redesignDesigned, fabricated, and assembled prototype shocks and top mountsTested and characterized air spring and module components for benchmarking and designParticipated in ride development, vehicle assembly, air spring, and shock tuning processesPresented designs and proposals during multiple technical reviews with General MotorsParticipated in the system FMEA development process for full air suspension vehiclesDesigned and installed an air suspension bypass system for module installation and removalCoordinated with other air suspension component suppliers to develop a complete system

Testing and modeling of the following:Tensile, Creep and Fatigue Behaviors of Thermoplastics Including Thickness, Mold Flow Direction, Mean Stress, Temperature and Loading Rate EffectsPublications: S. Mellott and A. Fatemi, “Fatigue Behavior and Modeling of Thermoplastics Including Temperature and Mean Stress Effects,” Journal of Polymer Engineering and Science, Vol. 54, Issue 3, pp. 725-738, March 2014.A. Fatemi, S. Mellott, A.K. Khosrovaneh, and C. Buehler, “Tensile and Fatigue Behaviors of Two Thermoplastics Including Strain Rate, Temperature, and Mean Stress Effects,” SAE Paper 2014-01-0901, Detroit-MI, April 2014.V. Mortazavian, A. Fatemi, S.R. Mellott, and A. Khosrovaneh, “Effect of Cycling Frequency and Self-Heating on Fatigue Behavior of Reinforced and Unreinforced Thermoplastic Polymers,” Polymer Engineering and Science, Vol. 55, Issue 10, pp. 2355-2367, October 2015.

Teacher's Assistant and Laboratory Instructor- Introduction to Engineering- Materials Science and Engineering Facilitated in-person learning and laboratory instruction for 2 different courses in the Mechanical, Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering department

Initiated a project to implement an automated lubrication system for a Fourdrinier paper manufacturing machineWorked with maintenance and facility services departments to update lubrication practicesTested and implemented new equipment and lubrication in the tissue manufacturing department

Drafted & designed HVAC and plumbing systems for a variety of clientsWorked with Professional Engineers to approve fixtures and equipment for constructionConsulted with local code officials and government agencies to coordinate construction projects.

Revised and updated AutoCAD drawings for the Plant EngineersCompleted various projects with the Plant EngineersLearned procedures for starting and completing plant projects.