Senior Global Director of Engineeing

• Mar 2021 - Present

Engineering Manager (PLM, NPI, CPI)

• Jun 2019 - Mar 2021

Here, I deliver astute engineering leadership guiding PLM, NPI, and CPI, including ensuring engineering data and drawings are properly released into the PLM system, managing sourcing of ramp up defined parts for testing and validation activities, and the formulation, validation, and documentation of manufacturing processes. I steer Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system, Windchill, defining strategy, identifying potential issues, and implementing solutions to improve process and product… Show more Here, I deliver astute engineering leadership guiding PLM, NPI, and CPI, including ensuring engineering data and drawings are properly released into the PLM system, managing sourcing of ramp up defined parts for testing and validation activities, and the formulation, validation, and documentation of manufacturing processes. I steer Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system, Windchill, defining strategy, identifying potential issues, and implementing solutions to improve process and product. Hold responsibility for current products, and oversee implementation of changes to existing products based on customer and line feedback. ➥ Manage testing of requirements for both internal and customer requirements. ➥ Provide strategic oversight and leadership in the management of Product and Process change flow and support documents such as Change Requests, DFMEA/PFMEA, DVP&R, and customer required documentation. ➥ Serve as a proactive member and key contributor to the team responsible for the global strategy for PLM. ➥ Steer Root Cause Analysis, effectively utilizing tools such as "5 whys" to prioritize engineering and testing efforts to determine root causes accurately. Show less Here, I deliver astute engineering leadership guiding PLM, NPI, and CPI, including ensuring engineering data and drawings are properly released into the PLM system, managing sourcing of ramp up defined parts for testing and validation activities, and the formulation, validation, and documentation of manufacturing processes. I steer Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system, Windchill, defining strategy, identifying potential issues, and implementing solutions to improve process and product… Show more Here, I deliver astute engineering leadership guiding PLM, NPI, and CPI, including ensuring engineering data and drawings are properly released into the PLM system, managing sourcing of ramp up defined parts for testing and validation activities, and the formulation, validation, and documentation of manufacturing processes. I steer Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system, Windchill, defining strategy, identifying potential issues, and implementing solutions to improve process and product. Hold responsibility for current products, and oversee implementation of changes to existing products based on customer and line feedback. ➥ Manage testing of requirements for both internal and customer requirements. ➥ Provide strategic oversight and leadership in the management of Product and Process change flow and support documents such as Change Requests, DFMEA/PFMEA, DVP&R, and customer required documentation. ➥ Serve as a proactive member and key contributor to the team responsible for the global strategy for PLM. ➥ Steer Root Cause Analysis, effectively utilizing tools such as "5 whys" to prioritize engineering and testing efforts to determine root causes accurately. Show less

Senior Project Engineer - Military/Strategic Programs (PLM, NPD, NPI)

• Mar 2014 - Jun 2019

In this role, I served as a key member of the Carlisle engineering team, driving the development and launch of multiple brake products for military, mining, construction, and agricultural application. I managed various aspects of projects, including sales, project management, and design. Additionally, I assumed the role of Site Material Expert for Aras (PLM Software), assisting with the migration of data/files and system setup. ➥ Managed the global strategy for PLM implementation… Show more In this role, I served as a key member of the Carlisle engineering team, driving the development and launch of multiple brake products for military, mining, construction, and agricultural application. I managed various aspects of projects, including sales, project management, and design. Additionally, I assumed the role of Site Material Expert for Aras (PLM Software), assisting with the migration of data/files and system setup. ➥ Managed the global strategy for PLM implementation (Aras), delivering significant improvement in NPD/NPI processes, including setting up Change Management to work across all CBF locations and developing/delivering training materials and classes for all groups across the organization. ➥ Lead a team of 1-3 designers in developing more than 12 New and Innovative Products, including steering generation of DFMEA, PFMEA, DFM, DFA, and risk mitigation tools, test/validation program, together with overseeing the production launch with sourcing, quality, and manufacturing teams. ➥ Served as Application/Sales Engineer and CBF product expert to support military sales, and managed Military/Defense Source Approval Request (SAR) Package and Reverse Engineering process. Show less In this role, I served as a key member of the Carlisle engineering team, driving the development and launch of multiple brake products for military, mining, construction, and agricultural application. I managed various aspects of projects, including sales, project management, and design. Additionally, I assumed the role of Site Material Expert for Aras (PLM Software), assisting with the migration of data/files and system setup. ➥ Managed the global strategy for PLM implementation… Show more In this role, I served as a key member of the Carlisle engineering team, driving the development and launch of multiple brake products for military, mining, construction, and agricultural application. I managed various aspects of projects, including sales, project management, and design. Additionally, I assumed the role of Site Material Expert for Aras (PLM Software), assisting with the migration of data/files and system setup. ➥ Managed the global strategy for PLM implementation (Aras), delivering significant improvement in NPD/NPI processes, including setting up Change Management to work across all CBF locations and developing/delivering training materials and classes for all groups across the organization. ➥ Lead a team of 1-3 designers in developing more than 12 New and Innovative Products, including steering generation of DFMEA, PFMEA, DFM, DFA, and risk mitigation tools, test/validation program, together with overseeing the production launch with sourcing, quality, and manufacturing teams. ➥ Served as Application/Sales Engineer and CBF product expert to support military sales, and managed Military/Defense Source Approval Request (SAR) Package and Reverse Engineering process. Show less

Engineering Director/Senior Project Engineer - NPD Turbochargers

• Oct 2011 - Mar 2014

Here, I was hired as Engineering Director at this small contractor to Caterpillar that grew from a team of 8 to 35, I served as project Engineer for Caterpillar's Twin Compressor Turbocharger, an industry first, Led a group of 5 engineers and technicians from Production Validation (Phase 3) to Production Launch (Phase 4), including ordering production hardware and production validation. ➥ Served as a material expert on Diesel Engine, Diesel Systems, and Drive Trains. Consulting with… Show more Here, I was hired as Engineering Director at this small contractor to Caterpillar that grew from a team of 8 to 35, I served as project Engineer for Caterpillar's Twin Compressor Turbocharger, an industry first, Led a group of 5 engineers and technicians from Production Validation (Phase 3) to Production Launch (Phase 4), including ordering production hardware and production validation. ➥ Served as a material expert on Diesel Engine, Diesel Systems, and Drive Trains. Consulting with multiple OEMs, including Caterpillar and Electromotive Diesel in diesel engine technologies, emissions, and efficiency improvements. ➥ Successfully steered the last 2 years of the twin compressor program that was in development for 15 years. Drove an increase in turbo's productivity by 20%, equating to millions of dollars a week in increased revenue for the mines. Show less Here, I was hired as Engineering Director at this small contractor to Caterpillar that grew from a team of 8 to 35, I served as project Engineer for Caterpillar's Twin Compressor Turbocharger, an industry first, Led a group of 5 engineers and technicians from Production Validation (Phase 3) to Production Launch (Phase 4), including ordering production hardware and production validation. ➥ Served as a material expert on Diesel Engine, Diesel Systems, and Drive Trains. Consulting with… Show more Here, I was hired as Engineering Director at this small contractor to Caterpillar that grew from a team of 8 to 35, I served as project Engineer for Caterpillar's Twin Compressor Turbocharger, an industry first, Led a group of 5 engineers and technicians from Production Validation (Phase 3) to Production Launch (Phase 4), including ordering production hardware and production validation. ➥ Served as a material expert on Diesel Engine, Diesel Systems, and Drive Trains. Consulting with multiple OEMs, including Caterpillar and Electromotive Diesel in diesel engine technologies, emissions, and efficiency improvements. ➥ Successfully steered the last 2 years of the twin compressor program that was in development for 15 years. Drove an increase in turbo's productivity by 20%, equating to millions of dollars a week in increased revenue for the mines. Show less

Senior Project Engineer - NP

• Oct 2005 - Oct 2011

Here, I led 3-8 engineers primarily focused on Phase 2 and 3 of new product development. I steered multiple projects for customers simultaneously, including preparing and presenting quotes on the program's cost and timeline, together with managing the customer relationship and organically growing the account. I oversaw engineering process, including operating as an engineer on the team. ➥ Worked numerous projects that included the development of Twin Compressor Turbocharger and 793-797… Show more Here, I led 3-8 engineers primarily focused on Phase 2 and 3 of new product development. I steered multiple projects for customers simultaneously, including preparing and presenting quotes on the program's cost and timeline, together with managing the customer relationship and organically growing the account. I oversaw engineering process, including operating as an engineer on the team. ➥ Worked numerous projects that included the development of Twin Compressor Turbocharger and 793-797 Mining Truck, Engine Installation Groups for Caterpillar Inc, Blank sheet design of an Electric Zero Turn Lawn Mower and a Residential Zero Turn Lawn Mower for Hustler Turf, and the low-cost re-design of an Aluminum Liftgate to eliminate field failures for Anthony Liftgates. Show less Here, I led 3-8 engineers primarily focused on Phase 2 and 3 of new product development. I steered multiple projects for customers simultaneously, including preparing and presenting quotes on the program's cost and timeline, together with managing the customer relationship and organically growing the account. I oversaw engineering process, including operating as an engineer on the team. ➥ Worked numerous projects that included the development of Twin Compressor Turbocharger and 793-797… Show more Here, I led 3-8 engineers primarily focused on Phase 2 and 3 of new product development. I steered multiple projects for customers simultaneously, including preparing and presenting quotes on the program's cost and timeline, together with managing the customer relationship and organically growing the account. I oversaw engineering process, including operating as an engineer on the team. ➥ Worked numerous projects that included the development of Twin Compressor Turbocharger and 793-797 Mining Truck, Engine Installation Groups for Caterpillar Inc, Blank sheet design of an Electric Zero Turn Lawn Mower and a Residential Zero Turn Lawn Mower for Hustler Turf, and the low-cost re-design of an Aluminum Liftgate to eliminate field failures for Anthony Liftgates. Show less