SUMMARY

• Program/Engineering Manager, specializing in electronics, electromechanical and thermoelectric based systems. Proven track record, in setting programs performance objectives, managing budgets and tracking results that impact financials and customer satisfaction.
• Experienced in project/program management and leading engineering teams in designing, developing and on time launching of highly reliable, real - time, embedded electronics modules/systems from concept through production release. Strong negotiation skills developed in working with suppliers to reduce costs of electronic module components.

• Electronic Control Modules
• Electro-mechanical Systems
• Anti-theft (Immobilizer) Systems
• Engine Controller Modules
• Battery Pack Electronics Systems
• Battery Management System (BMS)
• Brakes & 4x4 Electronic Controllers
• Climate Control (HVAC) Modules
• Air-Bag Control Units & Sensors
• Memory (Electronic) Seat module
• EMI/EMC & Module Specifications
• E/E Systems Architecture & Integration
• Business Development
• Sales & Marketing strategy
• P& L (Profit & Loss)
• Program Management
• Mentoring and Personnel Development
• Vehicle Electrical Systems
• Vehicle Wire Harness
• Smart Junction Block (SJB)
• Electronic Sub-systems Integration
• Custom ASIC Development

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• HC11 &12 families
• Sensors
• Powerview
• STAR12 microcontroller
• DSP
• ORCAD
• MC68332
• Op Amps & A/D
• PCB Design & Assembly
• TI TMS370
• CAN BUS
• Pspice & Precise
• TI PRISM
• J1850/J1939 BUS
• C++ & Basic
• ALTERA EPLDs
• LIN BUS

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Confidential, Erie, PA

SR. Engineering Program Manager

Responsibilities:

• Initialed and led the introduction of modern microcontroller with internal memories to replace processors with more than 20-years old technology with external memories; that is used in "small" cards/modules products. The use of this new microcontroller reduced time to market in the design process, due to less design components, less software overhead and module verification & validation. Resulting to a more reliable, robust and high quality product.
• Directed the implementation of the new microcontroller into two of Confidential Transportation products - the ESW (Ethernet Switch) module and HMI (Human Machine Interface) for the Komatsu's Off-Highway-Vehicle (OHV) & Under Ground Mining Vehicle programs for the Mining Truck Industry, plus the Train Control Audio Alarm Panel (AAP) for the Locomotive Industry. Managed the two different teams that implemented the design and development of two products. Two different China teams executed the electronics hardware design while both the software design and mechanical housing design were carried out by using two external design houses based in USA. By using the new microcontroller the design teams were able to add extra features to the AAP project and extra features/output connectors to the ESW project with minimum cost.
• Managed external design houses and contract manufacturers to deliverer innovative, high quality products and materials. Directed the performance of suppliers/vendors obligations under Contract and having the authority to make commitments and decisions on matters that pertain to the works that are binding on the suppliers/vendors.
• Identified and developed new suppliers in partnership with Sourcing and Quality Assurance. Infused automotive design technology in to the circuit design, PCB circuit layout and Design-for-Manufacturing processes, thereby enabling the team to produce the first Lead-Free (RoHS) product.
• Proven leader in managing both people and projects/programs; tracking project schedules and enforced project timeline accountability and the tollgate process.
• Demonstrated the ability to manage multiple tasks at once, identified project bottlenecks and worked with the teams to identify solutions in order to keep the projects on track which resulted in customer satisfaction. Scheduled regular meetings and meetings as needed with the development teams.

Confidential, Midland, MI

Electronics Engineering Manager

Responsibilities:

• Led engineering team in the development, designed of Battery Electronics system/module used in Hybrid and Electric Vehicle (EV & HV), high performance industrial equipment, utility storage applications and grid scale stationary power.
• Manage suppliers and contract manufacturers to deliverer innovative, high quality products and materials. Identified and develop new suppliers in partnership with Sourcing and Quality Assurance. Identified key supplier technologies to accelerate product development and provide innovation.

Confidential, Tekonsha, MI

Engineering Manager

Responsibilities:

• Led engineering team in the development, designed and proto-type new Electrical Brake Systems & Controller for both OEM and aftermarket automotive trailer industries.
• Directed and coordinated activities to create design and validated new products and changes to existing products. Prepared and managed budget for assigned programs.

Confidential, Farmington Hills, MI

Engineering Team Leader

Responsibilities:

• Streamlined and standardized global engineering inputs to the quotation process by creating and implementing an easy to use ER&D (Engineering Research & Design) budget template thereby reducing the time to captured engineering cost for customer’s RFQ (Request for Quote) by 75%.
• Led engineering team in the development, designed and launched of Chrysler’s passive safety microcontroller based, Electronic Control Unit (ECU) and Sensors - Electronic Air Bag Systems.

Confidential, Farmington Hills, MI

Sr. Engineering Manager & Projects Manager

Responsibilities:

• Provided technical expertise and management in the development, designed, procurement and successful launching of a microcontroller based, Navistar Enhanced Remote multiplex Bus reconfigurable I/O Power Module used in the Truck industries.
• Managed an external contract manufacturing company in producing and successfully launch the Enhanced Remote Power Module (eRPM). The eRPM is a Multiplex vehicle based (SAE J1939 CAN 2.0B) Electronic controller with both standard and reconfigurable I/O (Inputs/Outputs) pins. This power management module provides and controls High Power outputs that are remotely located on several spot on the truck (vehicle) chassis. Some of the output drivers are capable of supplying up to 20 Amp power and PWM outputs used to drive LEDs.
• Managed and developed new and existing Electrical/Electronic component suppliers for a microcontroller based HVAC (Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning) subsystems. These components include HVAC Control head, HVAC module blend door actuators, sensors, blower motors, fan speed controls and vehicle wire harness.
• Presented technical papers to support EMC testing already done for 2005 GM HVAC Control head, thereby resulting in cost savings of $50,000.00 for a re-do EMC test.
• Managed and supervised all new suppliers including Testing laboratory houses, Test equipment manufacturing company, LED lamps & Wire harness manufacturing companies in China and Electronic contract manufacturing companies in both USA and China. By developing and managing these supplies, Tellurex will realize a saving of over $2.5 million per year during the life of the program.
• Provided the single point-of-contact to the customer (DaimlerChrysler), for all technical & commercial issues involving; the on-time execution of a new technology (Thermoelectric Cupholder Module) into the automotive industry.
• Directed the design and implementation of the electronic controller; used in the TCM system resulting in saving several man months in the development of the electronic controller. The TCM (Thermoelectric Cupholder Module) is a module designed to actively heats & cools any item(s) in vehicle’s cup holder using an electronic controller with Thermoelectric Device (TED).
• Managed, developed and directed cross-functional team in implementing the customer’s specifications into working electro-mechanical systems that exceed customer expectations.
• Provided technical directions to both the customer and the project team in several areas including proto-type designed, built and in-vehicle integrations; resulting in a three months pull-ahead for demonstrating the first EPB proto-type system and a $250K in saving.
• Managed and supervised both the DV and PV (including EMC) testing of the CDM module in-order to meet aggressive timing of PPAP submission to DaimlerChrysler.
• Provided technical inputs to several Body Electronic modules RFQ (Requests For Quote), including quotes for Smart Junction Block (SJB) Electronic module, Electronic Door Modules and Electronic Body Control Module (BCM).

Confidential, Plymouth, MI

Product Development Manager

Responsibilities:

• Pioneer member of Confidential ’s Body Electronics group; located at the Plymouth Electronic Integration Center. Saved over $30K in negotiating, the purchased of capital equipment for the electronic labs and set-up the electronic labs.
• Successfully led the response to several Requests for Quote (RFQ) of electronic modules, including GMT-900 BCM (Body Control Module) and PCB based Junction Block modules from General Motors, Smart Cluster BCM from DaimlerChrysler and HVAC control module from Delphi Harrison Thermal System.
• Provided technical leadership and management expertise; in design and development of Confidential ’s Smart Junction Block (SJB) module. The SJB is a module that combines two modules, the BCM (Body Control Module) and automotive Junction Block into one, saving total system cost by 20% and space in the automotive cockpit.
• Architect in the development and designed of Confidential ’s Corporate Memory (Electronic) Seat module (MSM). When used with Confidential Seat, the total Seat System cost to OEM’s is reduced by 10%.

Confidential, Dearborn, MI

Product Team Leader

Responsibilities:

• Provided both technical and commercial interface between the customers (OEMs) and the department as the single point of contact for all programs, thereby saving time and money for project implementation.
• Successfully led product teams in all design and launch phases for 12 body electronic control modules between 1998 and 2001.
• Provided analysis for 15 design change orders resulting in an annual increase profit of $3Million.
• Managed the launch of four Body Electronic Control modules for three vehicles programs by pulling different design and production teams together and achieving customer program launches that were made available 90 days ahead of original schedule.
• Led team of engineers in the development, designed, and testing of the next generation Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS); Ford theft-deterrent immobilizer system, which uses both RF (Radio Frequency) and Electromagnetic circuits.
• Developed and designed a low-cost version of the Body Electronic Controller (GEM) for the Excursion vehicle (UW137 Program), saving $19,000 per year.

Confidential, Goleta, CA

Senior Project Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Designed, developed, built, and tested the first multiplex lighting controller used in Cadillac’s Allante sports car (GM35 project). The multiplexing system (Vehicle Communication Networks) reduced the total wiring length 40%, and the car weight 2-5%, thereby increasing the reliability and performance of the lighting system.
• Designed and demonstrated a vehicle scan tool (Data Collector) emulator that supports the Class B communication protocol for both the 10.4 kbps and 41.6 kbps versions of SAE J1850.

Confidential, El Segundo, CA

Electronic Systems Design Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Designed, developed and tested the Automatic Flight Control System (AFCS) logic controller and the Terrain Following Radar (TFR) adapter electronics for the B-1B aircraft.