SUMMARY
I am an educated Design Release Engineer with valuable project management and design release experience. I am experienced in designing various mechanical and electronic component integration such as Exterior Lighting, Passive & Active Sensors systems, Running Boards, Roof Racks, and Active Spoiler systems using CAD programs that include UG, Solidworks, and AutoCAD. I have managed numerous projects from concept to launch. While currently at General Motors, I am using lean manufacturing for cost reduction, while maintaining function & form for selected materials for design. I display excellent communication skills, attention to detail and take proactive initiative in all projects. I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechatronics Engineering and is available for immediate consideration. Combining my knowledge and experience, I would be an exemplary addition to the team.
EDUCATION
♦ Bachelor of Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering (Honors), University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT)
TECHNICAL SKILLS
♦ Advanced Thermal Simulation (Nastran)
♦ AutoCAD 2012 with VBA
♦ DFSS – Black Belt
♦ UGS NX 10
♦ TeamCenter
♦ Nastran / Patran Simulations (Stress/strains/fluid flow/aero analysis)
♦ C++
♦ Matlab
♦ Eclipse
♦ EPSON RC+
♦ FEA
♦ FMEA
♦ GD&T
♦ JAVA
♦ Lean Training
♦ MS Office
♦ Solid Edge
♦ Solid Works
♦ SPEL+
♦ G-Code
♦ Rapid Prototyping
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
General Motors-Warren Tech Centre, MI
Design Release Engineer Accessory-Non-Active Spoilers/Sill Plates/Tonneau Cover
February 2015 – Current [Direct]
♦ Created open issues to track VA/VE cost savings goal from supplier are met, kept on-track with current TID’s and Project timing plans.
♦ Commodity Strategy lead to track and be up-to-date with current/future technology that pertain to specific commodities and work closely with suppliers.
♦ Encourage supplier based ideas, develop DRBFM/DFMEA/PFMEA, coordinate required testing and track implementation of change.
♦ Prepare EWO/VWO for changes and validations test plans.
♦ Interpret CAE simulation results and integrate recommendations into product design.
♦ Participate in the iterative process with the GM Program Team for design/styling studio to deliver the optimal balance of form vs. function vs. cost vs. weight.
♦ Communicates information to and from both internal and external customer organizations
♦ Support/lead design and technical reviews to ensure 100 percent design fidelity and all best practices are met
♦ Manage multiple projects across several vehicle platforms
♦ Author Statement of Requirements
♦ Participate in Supplier selection process/ Technological Reviews of capabilities
♦ Generate technical solutions for current and future programs
♦ Provide technical leadership for advanced technology development
♦ Perform complex design analysis
♦ Lead cross-functional, commodity specific meeting (PDTs)
♦ Develop engineering designs (including subsystems)
♦ Author, follow through on Engineering Work Orders (EWOs), Implement engineering changes
♦ Specify and balance system requirements
♦ Plan and implement test and/or development programs
♦ Release components and sub-systems for production
♦ Communicate, coordinate, and consult with engineering departments, Marketing, Personalization Management, Design Studio and customers
♦ Functionalize the Studio theme while balancing imperatives such as Engineering Best Practices, Cost, Quality, Labor, etc.
♦ Stay abreast of new technology and competitive products
♦ Support component fit-ups
♦ Cradle to grave projects with support through Warranty and Field Issues Actions
General Motors-Warren Tech Centre, MI
Design Release Engineer Exterior- Bumper/Fascia/Grille & Lighting
February 2014 – February 2015 [Contract]
♦ Engineering Change Team Lead for ATS/SRX MY, MCM and NextGen for technical cost saving ideas.
♦ Project Manager of technical cost savings ideas and point of contact Tier I and other OEM suppliers to General Motors for Lighting Components.
♦ Work with suppliers to capture cost-savings and meet current Global lighting regulations (SAE/ECE/CCC).
♦ Review Service, Warranty systems and data to identify potential component/system trends.
♦ Ensured all prototype parts and documentation is submitted correctly and on time.
♦ Ensured VA/VE cost saving goals are established and implemented.
♦ Created open issues to track VA/VE cost savings goal from supplier are met, kept on-track with current TID’s and Project timing plans.
♦ Encourage supplier based ideas, develop DRBFM/DFMEA/PFMEA, coordinate required testing and track implementation of change.
♦ Prepare EWO/VWO for changes and validations test plans.
♦ Interpret CAE simulation results and integrate recommendations into product design.
♦ Participate in the iterative process with the GM Program Team for design/styling studio to deliver the optimal balance of form vs. function vs. cost vs. weight.
♦ Communicates information to and from both internal and external customer organizations
♦ Support/lead design and technical reviews to ensure 100 percent design fidelity and all best practices are met
♦ Global lighting regulations are met.
ABC Group, Brampton, Canada
Project Engineer
July 2013 – February 2014
♦ Served as a key liaison with the automotive OEMs such as Ford and GM.
♦ Worked in des...
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