Engineer Project Manager

Chuk Igwe

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Newton, KS *****

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Home/Mobile # 309-***-**** Daytime # 309-***-****

SUMMARY

I have extensive engineering experience with major automotive companies in

engine electronics, and mechanical and autonomous control systems. I

consider myself a self starter with excellent interpersonal and

communication skills. My expertise includes proficiency in the following

areas.

. System test planning and . Dynamic modeling, validation and

implementation simulation

. Control System Design and . QS9000 Implementation

Implementation

. Automotive Features . Mentoring and Leadership

Identification and Implementation . Six Sigma Facilitator (Green Belt

. Project/Program Management Trained)

including project definition and . Cross Functional team coordination

research

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

AGCO CORP, Hesston, KS

Company Wide Expert/Project Leader (2009-Present)

IEC 61508/ISO 25119/ISO 26262 Functional Safety and Facilitation

Risk and Hazard Analysis Expert especially for Agricultural Autonomous

Systems

Developed and lead training sessions AGCO World Wide on Implementation

of ISO 25119

Received training at TUV in Cologne Germany on IEC 61508

Senior Technical Project Engineer (Research Scientist) (2007-Present)

1. Oversaw the construction of AutoGuide Test track for Precision Guided

Equipments in Hesston

2. Implemented GPS Transformation software in Matlab/Simulink

3. Involved in comparative study of various Precision Guidance Tools

4. Design and Implementation of Model Based Controllers for GPS

Controlled Agricultural Vehicle systems

5. Implemented MATLAB/Simulink Based Software for Precision Guided

vehicle simulation

INTERNATIONAL TRUCK AND ENGINE COMPANY, Melrose Park, IL (1999-2007)

Senior Project Engineer (2005-2007)

Future Technologies, Advanced Controls and Systems

Subject matter expert in SIMULINK/MATLAB including real time

implementation, Rapid prototyping, HIL simulation

1. Designed and Implemented Neural Net Virtual Sensor and Kalman Filter

based Manifold Charge Observer which replaced a MAF sensor worth at

least 50 dollar per engine for the 2010 Engine Control systems

development including sensors emissions performance and Control.

2. Managed all aspects of NOx sensor introduction, including design,

customer inter-phasing testing and deployment.

Senior Research Engineer (2000-2004)

Advanced Engineering

1. Conducted Heavy Duty Engine Modeling and Control using MATLAB,

Simulink, and Real Time Target

2. Configured the ECM architecture from PLC design

3. Lead and Mentored junior engineers

Senior Systems Development Engineer (1999-2000)

1. Conducted Simulation and Analysis of Truck Systems including engine,

drive train and vehicle dynamics.

2. Worked on development of neural network models to enhance hardware in

loop simulation tests in CAN/J1939 controller environment.

3. Led the Vehicle Dynamic Modeling initiative in Electronic Systems

Integration Group.

4. Introduced alternative method of vehicle dynamic simulation into the

electronic control group, enhancing hardware in the loop simulation.

5. Completed various simulation scenarios for medium truck 466 using

neural networks.

CUMMINS ENGINE COMPANY, Columbus, IN (1996-1999)

Technical Specialist, Systems Development Engineer (Fuel Systems Specific

Controls)

Responsible for features identification, algorithm design, vehicle and

dynamometer test, planning and data analysis.

1. Design development and implementation of EPS based virtual sensor

algorithm.

2. CBD algorithm development for heavy duty diesel engines

3. Fast Four Transform Analysis of EPS data.

4. Vibration analysis and noise information deduction including vehicle

accessories like fan, Jake brakes, traction control and ABS.

5. X-functional team condition including technicians, electrical and

mechanical engineers as well as software engineers.

Highlight: Replacement of a 40-dollar pair of high pressure sensor with

virtual sensor algorithm.

IMPCO TECHNOLOGIES, INC., Seattle, WA (1992-1996)

Drive By Wire Project Manager

Responsibility of completing design and specification of mechanical

hardware, algorithm development and software implementation of Electronic

All Speed Governor for Heavy Duty Fuel Systems.

1. Led cross-functional team of drivers, technicians, mechanics and

engineers to complete the project.

2. Liaison with vendors and OEM for complete specification and job

completion on schedule.

3. Developed Gantt Charts and Project Plans for job using Microsoft

projects in other to track cost and complete job implementation.

4. Developed mechanical models for Gaseous Fueled Engines for controller

development.

5. Complete software migration from C to assembly language in HC11

environment for governor.

6. Design of embedded controllers for gas value for alternative fuel

vehicles.

7. Analysis and evaluation of pulsating flow in gas line and regulators

in alternative fuel automotive systems including designs for better

dynamic flow characteristics.

UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA, PORT HARCOURT (1979-1986)

Lecturer in Electronic and Control Engineering

1. Developed and taught courses in Automotive Electrical and Electronic

Engineering.

2. Developed and taught courses in Digital Control Systems.

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5. Developed and taught courses in Communications Systems.

EDUCATION & PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

Degrees:

Ph.D. EE; Control Systems, Research on Idle Speed Control Sponsored by Ford

Motor Co.

Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan

M.Sc. EE; Control System

DIC Diploma of the membership of Imperial College

University of London, Imperial College of Science and Technology

B.Sc. EEE; Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Awards:

Commonwealth Scholar, Imperial College of Science and Technology,

University of London

Thomas Rumble Fellow, Wayne State University, MI

University Foundation Scholar, University of Nigeria

Professional Memberships:

IEEE (Senior Member); SAE; SIAM

Professional and Leadership Development:

Problem Solving and Decision Making (PSDM)

Product Liability;

Engineer as Manager,

Certificate in Project Management;

Design of Experiments

Effective Negotiating,

New Product Development and Introduction

Seven Habits of Effective People;

Languages: English, French, Igbo (Nigerian)

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