Lead innovation, design and development of air bearings from concepts to commercial launch. Champion FMEA, RCCA, DFX for bearings and seals. Head their system integration on diverse aircraft systems, turbomachinery, fuel cell vehicles, eMobility, urban air mobility transportations (VTOL), Spearhead radial seal RCCA. Execution Ensure successful project execution, delivering high-quality deliverables within budget constraints. Execute technology strategies, contribute to long and short-term strategic planning, lead business case development, and manage NPD. Strategic planning  Develop product roadmaps and optimize product portfolios, identifying innovative technologies for future integration. Coordinate with supplying chain, manufacturing, testing, sales, and marketing teams to meet critical department KPIs including OTD, lead time, quality and working capital.Innovation  Partner with Commercial and Defense sector clients on NPD, fostering continuous improvements. Business Development Conceived and structured business cases, unlocking new application domains. Capture customer feedback, respond to RFQ, propose differentiated value propositions, conduct presentations and trainings to promote technologies awareness and sales. Team Leadership Lead cross-functional teams, internal and external, on project execution.  Coach technicians, engineers, managers on bearings and system integration. Serve as Tribology SME on friction, lubrication, and wear issues related to materials. Develop IP strategies and monitor patents development.

Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver bearing solutions for automobile powertrains, maintained and nurtured strong relationship with internal and external stakeholders, grew sales and promoted new business. Execution Engineered and optimized bearing designs using simulation and testing, led material screening and justification process, conducted root cause analyses. Collaborated closely with Account Managers on customer visits and technical meetings, addressing customer needs and challenges.Strategic planning  Strategically prioritized projects, formulated short and long-term development plans, and monitored their progress. Kept abreast of the latest technology and market trends, cultivating strong partnerships in industrial and academic spheres. Innovation  Enhanced testing protocols and analysis capabilities, and played a pivotal role in the development of new materials.Business Development  Participated in sales and business development visits (GM, Ford, FCA, CAT, John Deere, Polaris, Mercury), conferences, exhibitions to promote products and foster new business opportunities. Delivered seminars for internal and external shareholders.

Directed engineering, design, invention, and development of PCD bearing and seal products, leading to notable advancements. Partnered with DOE on renewable energy program. Led research efforts for agile adoption and commercial success. Managed the product and IP portfolio. Secured business deals and negotiated contracts together with cross-functional teams. Advised executive team on company growth strategies. Promoted US Synthetic’s image as the premium wear resistant solution provider. Execution Pioneered the business case of PCD mechanical face seal, a groundbreaking innovation, three years ahead. Established a strategic business partnership with Baker Hughes.Strategic planning Led a cross-functional team in design and manufacturing on product innovations and continuous improvement. Overhauled the testing program. Filed patents and wrote papers to strengthen and protect company IP. Innovation  Implemented design thinking, championed continuous improvement initiatives, boosting reliability, securing sale orders from new clients. Business Development Engaged in sales and business development visits, conferences, exhibitions to promote products and cultivate new business with clients. Delivered seminars for internal and external audiences, and speeches at international conferences.Team Leadership  Mentored a team of engineers and technicians on bearing engineering, fostering a collaborative culture and aligning individual growth with company policies and goals. Formed strategic partnership with prominent universities (domestic and international) and industry leaders, focusing on advanced technology development.

Led innovation activities of the roller cone sector for the largest independent rock bit company. Pioneered the introduction of cutting-edge tribology techniques. Managed technology portfolios and company IP. Collaborated closely with marketing and sales teams to enhance Varel brand and nurture customer relationship. Execution Pioneered the introduction of cutting-edge tribology techniques, aligning Varel’s core competencies with industry leaders. Developed advanced seal, bearing and lubricant packages, instrumental in launching premium product lines. Strategic planning  Set bearing and seal design and testing standards within Varel, ensuring high-quality product development.  Innovated in the development of mechanical face seal. Applied lean methodology to project management, streamlining processes and increasing efficiency. Designed and oversaw the construction of the industry’s most comprehensive seal test machine, setting a new benchmark for testing excellence. Led collaborative research initiatives with vendors and universities. Managed company IP.Business Development  Authored papers and represented Varel at conferences and exhibitions, promoting brand visibility. Participated in field trips with the sales team to develop business opportunities.  Identified and qualified suppliers for critical components, ensuring supplying chain robustness.

-Spearheaded the seal design for rocket applications, ensuring high standards of quality and reliability.-Managed elastomer compound milling and sealing devices manufacturing. -Directed operations of the seal testing laboratory. -Formulated compelling business case to secure research funding.