Tatyana Soboleva, Ph.D., PMP.
Manager, Program Office at AVL Fuel Cell Canada Inc.- Claim this Profile
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Spanish Elementary proficiency
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Japanese Elementary proficiency
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Chuck (Charles) Seipel
I worked with Tatyana as a component supplier to AFCC in her roles as Supplier Quality Lead and Project Manager. Tatyana was an excellent partner for our project team. As a project manager/lead, she worked to create clear expectations and milestones for the project and translate them into deliverables for our particular product line. She managed well through many timeline changes while keeping the most significant goals and deadlines largely intact. She partnered well with our team during root cause analysis and troubleshooting efforts that required convergence of process data from multiple processing locations around the globe, and advanced material science principles, while also considering and supporting the multiple relationships between the various project teams. She has strong technical skills and an extensive background in fuel cell technology and multiple fuel cell components. She has demonstrated her ability to effectively develop suppliers, manage projects and commercialize new technology. She has strong interpersonal skills that allow her to accomplish all of the above while demonstrating appreciation and respect for the individuals involved. It was a pleasure to work with Tatyana and I highly advocate her.
Francine Berretta, P.Eng., PMP
I had the pleasure of working closely with Tatyana over the last three years while she was the project manager for the development of catalyst coated membrane technology for Daimler fuel cell automotive fleet. Tatyana is a strong technical leader able to grasp complex technical challenges but summarize key message in an easy to understand format. While negotiating tough design specifications with multiple manufacturers, Tatyana personally maintained a calm yet firm attitude throughout rounds of negotiations which were sometimes heated. The rare combination of interpersonal skills, leadership skills and technical expertise allowed Tatyana to drive catalyst coated membrane technology to production readiness within aggressive timelines. On a personal level, I enjoy working with Tatyana and am motivated by her ongoing commitment to program success.
Chuck (Charles) Seipel
I worked with Tatyana as a component supplier to AFCC in her roles as Supplier Quality Lead and Project Manager. Tatyana was an excellent partner for our project team. As a project manager/lead, she worked to create clear expectations and milestones for the project and translate them into deliverables for our particular product line. She managed well through many timeline changes while keeping the most significant goals and deadlines largely intact. She partnered well with our team during root cause analysis and troubleshooting efforts that required convergence of process data from multiple processing locations around the globe, and advanced material science principles, while also considering and supporting the multiple relationships between the various project teams. She has strong technical skills and an extensive background in fuel cell technology and multiple fuel cell components. She has demonstrated her ability to effectively develop suppliers, manage projects and commercialize new technology. She has strong interpersonal skills that allow her to accomplish all of the above while demonstrating appreciation and respect for the individuals involved. It was a pleasure to work with Tatyana and I highly advocate her.
Francine Berretta, P.Eng., PMP
I had the pleasure of working closely with Tatyana over the last three years while she was the project manager for the development of catalyst coated membrane technology for Daimler fuel cell automotive fleet. Tatyana is a strong technical leader able to grasp complex technical challenges but summarize key message in an easy to understand format. While negotiating tough design specifications with multiple manufacturers, Tatyana personally maintained a calm yet firm attitude throughout rounds of negotiations which were sometimes heated. The rare combination of interpersonal skills, leadership skills and technical expertise allowed Tatyana to drive catalyst coated membrane technology to production readiness within aggressive timelines. On a personal level, I enjoy working with Tatyana and am motivated by her ongoing commitment to program success.
Chuck (Charles) Seipel
I worked with Tatyana as a component supplier to AFCC in her roles as Supplier Quality Lead and Project Manager. Tatyana was an excellent partner for our project team. As a project manager/lead, she worked to create clear expectations and milestones for the project and translate them into deliverables for our particular product line. She managed well through many timeline changes while keeping the most significant goals and deadlines largely intact. She partnered well with our team during root cause analysis and troubleshooting efforts that required convergence of process data from multiple processing locations around the globe, and advanced material science principles, while also considering and supporting the multiple relationships between the various project teams. She has strong technical skills and an extensive background in fuel cell technology and multiple fuel cell components. She has demonstrated her ability to effectively develop suppliers, manage projects and commercialize new technology. She has strong interpersonal skills that allow her to accomplish all of the above while demonstrating appreciation and respect for the individuals involved. It was a pleasure to work with Tatyana and I highly advocate her.
Francine Berretta, P.Eng., PMP
I had the pleasure of working closely with Tatyana over the last three years while she was the project manager for the development of catalyst coated membrane technology for Daimler fuel cell automotive fleet. Tatyana is a strong technical leader able to grasp complex technical challenges but summarize key message in an easy to understand format. While negotiating tough design specifications with multiple manufacturers, Tatyana personally maintained a calm yet firm attitude throughout rounds of negotiations which were sometimes heated. The rare combination of interpersonal skills, leadership skills and technical expertise allowed Tatyana to drive catalyst coated membrane technology to production readiness within aggressive timelines. On a personal level, I enjoy working with Tatyana and am motivated by her ongoing commitment to program success.
Chuck (Charles) Seipel
I worked with Tatyana as a component supplier to AFCC in her roles as Supplier Quality Lead and Project Manager. Tatyana was an excellent partner for our project team. As a project manager/lead, she worked to create clear expectations and milestones for the project and translate them into deliverables for our particular product line. She managed well through many timeline changes while keeping the most significant goals and deadlines largely intact. She partnered well with our team during root cause analysis and troubleshooting efforts that required convergence of process data from multiple processing locations around the globe, and advanced material science principles, while also considering and supporting the multiple relationships between the various project teams. She has strong technical skills and an extensive background in fuel cell technology and multiple fuel cell components. She has demonstrated her ability to effectively develop suppliers, manage projects and commercialize new technology. She has strong interpersonal skills that allow her to accomplish all of the above while demonstrating appreciation and respect for the individuals involved. It was a pleasure to work with Tatyana and I highly advocate her.
Francine Berretta, P.Eng., PMP
I had the pleasure of working closely with Tatyana over the last three years while she was the project manager for the development of catalyst coated membrane technology for Daimler fuel cell automotive fleet. Tatyana is a strong technical leader able to grasp complex technical challenges but summarize key message in an easy to understand format. While negotiating tough design specifications with multiple manufacturers, Tatyana personally maintained a calm yet firm attitude throughout rounds of negotiations which were sometimes heated. The rare combination of interpersonal skills, leadership skills and technical expertise allowed Tatyana to drive catalyst coated membrane technology to production readiness within aggressive timelines. On a personal level, I enjoy working with Tatyana and am motivated by her ongoing commitment to program success.
Credentials
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PMP - PMI Project Management Professional
Project Management Institute (PMI)Jan, 2018- Nov, 2024 -
ASQ Certified Quality Engineer
American Society of Quality
Experience
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AVL Fuel Cell Canada Inc.
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Canada
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Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Manager, Program Office
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Mar 2021 - Present
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Project Manager, Stack Development
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Sep 2018 - Mar 2021
- Lead the development of the first AVL hydrogen fuel cell stack product.- Successfully built a high-performing project team (15+ engineers and scientists) to deliver product design and prototype builds in a very ambitious timeline.- Collaborate with the customer to identify and manage product requirements; manage customer expectations.- Formulate product development roadmap.- Engage and collaborate with international component suppliers.- Create and manage project plans, timelines, resources, budget, priorities, risks and changes; report on project progress to various management levels across AVL organization.
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Project Manager - CCM and Seal
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2015 - 2018
- Successfully delivered several key fuel cell product components from research to automotive production release (PPAP) for the first commercial Daimler fuel cell vehicle program (Mercedes-Benz GLC F-Cell).- Developed and led high-performing cross-disciplinary project teams of 20+ globally-based professionals (engineers, scientists, quality, and procurement specialists) to successfully deliver components' design, manufacturing technology and overall quality according to automotive quality management system.- Developed thorough technical component specifications and resolved critical technical and quality issues (e.g., durability, yields).- Directly collaborated with multiple local and international (USA, Asia, EU) suppliers to enable them to achieve automotive maturity (PPAP) standards. - Developed and managed project plans, schedules, budgets, and resources; drafted and released project documentation and reporting. Performed risk analysis, developed and implemented risk mitigation strategies.- Achieved significant reduction of component cost through iterative design and manufacturing processes improvements, as well as quality improvement of suppliers.- Effectively communicated and engaged internal and external stakeholders to ensure consensus and continuous success of the project.
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Supplier Quality Lead - CCM
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2014 - 2015
- Directly managed key international fuel cell component suppliers (USA, EU, Asia) to mature to automotive quality standards.- Created and introduced supplier development plans according to VDA and AIAG standards, and directly managed multiple suppliers to meet component maturity milestones throughout the project.- Advised suppliers on establishing adequate quality processes to better enable them achieve agreed upon requirements.- Planned and conducted VDA process audits, prepared suppliers for automotive PPAP.- Resolved ongoing supplier quality issues (8Ds, Six Sigma), managed quality documentation and non-conformances.- Acquired solid knowledge of FMEA, 8D, APQP, PPAP, ISO/TS 16949, VDA, AIAG.
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Research Scientist
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2011 - 2014
- Led the development of next generation nano-engineered electrodes for hydrogen fuel cells. This included concept and specification development, material and structure analysis, electrochemical and performance characterization.- Developed fundamental understanding of electrode structures and fuel cell performance. Developed novel tools and methods for electrode structure characterization. Introduced new electrode design requirements to CCM specification for future vehicle programs.- Managed multiple local and international academic and government research collaboration projects.
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BC Sustainable Energy Association (BCSEA)
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Canada
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Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Co-Chair Vancouver Chapter
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2015 - 2016
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National Research Council Canada / Conseil national de recherches Canada
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Canada
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Research Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Ph.D. student
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2007 - 2010
- Developed the relationship between electrode structures and electrochemical fuel cell performance. Introduced novel methods for characterization of CCM components. - Developed the relationship between electrode structures and electrochemical fuel cell performance. Introduced novel methods for characterization of CCM components.
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Nissan Motor Corporation
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Japan
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Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Visiting Researcher
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Feb 2009 - Apr 2009
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Simon Fraser University
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Canada
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Teaching Assistant
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Sep 2006 - Apr 2007
Chemistry 121, 215 Chemistry 121, 215
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BMW Group
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Germany
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Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Research Assistant
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May 2005 - Oct 2005
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Umicore
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Belgium
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Chemical Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Student Researcher
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Oct 2004 - Apr 2005
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Hochschule Mannheim
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Germany
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Higher Education
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200 - 300 Employee
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Research Assistant
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2002 - 2004
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Student Researcher
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Apr 2003 - Oct 2003
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Teaching Assistant
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Jul 1999 - Jun 2002
Chemistry (part-time) Chemistry (part-time)
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Education
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2006 - 2010
Simon Fraser University
Ph.D., Chemistry -
2002 - 2005
Hochschule Mannheim
M.Sc., Chemical Engineering -
1998 - 2002
Taurida 'V. I. Vernadskiy' National University, Simferopol
B.Sc., Chemistry
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