TAVE HASS, PE

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SENIOR PROJECT ENGINEER: Delivering robust product and process

optimization, minimizing part and system variation. I am able to develop

innovative solutions to complex challenges. Possessing the ability to work

with time and resource constraints, reducing weight, cost and scrap through

teamwork.

EXPERTISE:

. Cost effective project management (MS Project and others).

. Variation analysis, variation prediction, and statistical tolerance

analysis.

. Computer Aided Engineering - SolidWorks, Pro-E, Cosmos, Mechanica,

etc.

. Design and Process Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA).

. Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).

. Design of Experiments (DOE) for design and process.

. Design for Assembly (DFA) and Design for Manufacturing (DFM).

. Acquainted with wide variety of manufacturing processes.

DISTINCTIVE ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

. Developed tool to splice thermoplastic positive drive belting, costing

70% less, joining 48% wider material with 21% less energy.

. Converted HEMTT (military vehicle) from walking beam suspension to air

ride, developing a new dual steer axle suspension ($11.8M/year new

business).

. Eliminated v-belt scrap, saving more than $200,000 per year.

. Designed a parking brake mechanism, revolutionizing industry.

. Awarded seven patents.

. Designed and built aluminum bicycle, weighing 15.5 pounds.

. Presented seminars and classes on statistical tolerance analysis and

GD&T.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering - Iowa State University,

Ames, IA

CAREER PATH:

Mol Belting Systems Grand Rapids MI 2008-2010

Senior Project Engineer

. Developed new tools and optimized existing ones, improving splices.

. Specified controllers for motor driven production machinery.

. Specified controllers and electrical components for CE requirements.

Ford (6 Sigma Center) - contract (MEDA) Southfield MI 2007-2008

Project Engineer - Chassis

. Eliminated of fault conditions during brake system fill (#1 chassis

issue).

. Determined solution for more than 1/3 Lift gate system warranty

claims.

SAF-Holland Muskegon MI 2004-2007

Senior Project Engineer

. Managed new large vehicle vocational suspension project teams.

. Developed new technologies and manufacturing methods.

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Carlisle Power Transmission Springfield MO 2001-2004

Lead Process Engineer

. Eliminated 2/3 of the belt variation.

. Changed manufacturing methods improving process capability.

Tuthill Transport Technologies Springfield MO 1996-2001

Senior Product Engineer

. Designed independent front suspension for RV industry (10K GAWR).

. Designed suspensions for RVs, buses, pick-up trucks and fire engines.

. Analyzed handling characteristics of large vehicles.

. Optimized components for function, strength, weight and cost.

Everest and Jennings Earth City MO 1995-1996

Senior Development Engineer

. Designed and released new heavy duty wheel chair (350 lb capacity).

. Tested wheel chairs for performance and safety (ANSI-RESNA).

. Designed lightweight components, minimizing variation.

. Designed fixtures and gages for frame assembly and inspection.

ASI Industries Fulton MO 1994-1995

Vice President of Engineering

. Established engineering procedures and standards.

. Documented existing industrial truss saw designs and costs.

. Developed mechanisms and cost reduction plans.

Orscheln Company Moberly MO 1986-1994

Design Engineer

. Designed parking brake controls averaging 30% less weight and cost.

. Created system for minimizing spring forces and application effort.

. Managed new control testing and development.

AFFILIATIONS:

. Registered Professional Engineer, State of Missouri (EN 024288).

. American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME).

. Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE).

. Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) - past Chapter 321 Chair.

INTERESTS:

. Consulted with solar car (University of Missouri) and moon buggy

(Missouri State University) competition teams.

. Designing high-efficiency automobiles.

. Large room acoustics design and improvement (architectural).

. Designing and trouble-shooting sound systems (audio) for small

auditoriums.

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