Engineer Engineering

C H R I S TO P H E R J . H OR N

**** ***** **. ** • Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

319-***-**** • ********@*****.***

Engineering and Operations Management Professional

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Process Development Requirements Gathering

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Engineering Design Engineered Solutions

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Budget Management Testing/Failure Analysis

Customer and quality focused engineer with a degree in Metallurgical/Materials Science Engineering

and 17 years’ experience leading the entire product lifecycle, from design through delivery. Drive

outstanding customer experiences by building a deep grasp of client requirements and providing the

technical insights, resources, and processes necessary to meet those unique specifications.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Horn Automotive Engineering, Inc. Marion, IA

Manager / Engineer 1992 – Present

Lead a team of nine machinists to build and service engines ranging from ultra-high performance to

normal passenger car engines. Provide production, manufacturing and design engineering. Manage day

to day operations of the $1.5M automotive service and repair business, from production, budgeting, and

financial management to vendor procurement and marketing.

• Stepped in to turn around the business in 2010 following a period of operating loses under previous

leadership. In three years, delivered 20% annual profits and reduced debt load by 50%+

• Developed a testing program for new engines, providing the ability to quantify the impact of system

changes and accurately evaluate/validate performance increases.

• Innovate new production methods, enhance current production deficiencies, and introduce new

production technologies.

• Partnered with suppliers to resolve failures and correct product weaknesses. On several accounts,

identified high failure rates with a parts manufacturer’s product and collaborated with the companies

engineering staff to address the issues.

• Maintained a near incident free safety record through one on one coaching and ongoing safety

training.

• Collaborate with customer in product and material selection and develop project plans to achieve

desired result within budget.

• Diagnose and remedy mechanical failures in all types of engines.

• Develope NDE testing program for top level IndyCar racing organization

Horn AutoRacing, LLC Cedar Rapids, IA

Consultant and Industry Expert 2010 – 2013

Owner/ Team Engineer 1997 – 2010

Serve as a race team consultant and expert legal witness. Supervise all aspects of race car construction

and preparation for NASCAR competitions. Manage vehicle design, race team logistics, budgets, and

sponsor procurement.

• Engineered all aspects of chassis and race car build out – including fluid transfer systems, electrical,

brake, driver ergonomics, driver safety, aerodynamics, suspension dynamics – driving all systems to

perform near service limit while minimizing weight and expense.

• Provided Zack Ralston Racing with budget and performance maximization strategies. as well as

dramatic, low cost performance gains, in support of the team’s ARCA Series efforts at Kansas City

Speedway.

• Enhanced on-track performance of a client’s race car by leading an overhaul of the equipment,

including improving aerodynamics, wiring, braking, and suspension, as well as by providing

suspension analysis and race day support.

Five Seasons Electric Cedar Rapids, IA

Installation Technician (Project-based) 2005-2012

Developed and installed electrical systems for residential and large commercial projects, including

primary service, individual room electrical and lighting, specialty lighting boards, and IT cabling.

• Designed and installed electrical and lighting for a 25K sq. ft. building addition. Delivered the

complex project on time and on budget despite labor shortfalls.

• Partnered with residents and volunteers to replace residential electrical systems following the 2008

Cedar Rapids flood.

E D U C AT I O N

Iowa State University Ames, IA

BS, Metallurgical / Materials Science Engineering 1997

SELECT TECHNICAL SKILLS

Mechanical Skills and Tools:

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• MIG and TIG • •

Machining Scanning Electron

Welding Technology Microscope

• Light Gauge Metal • Lathe / Mill Operation • NDE Testing

• Tensile Testing

Fabrication

• Materials Coating •

• Hardness Testing

Technologies:

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• Microsoft Office • •

Data Acquisition Sensors

• CAD/CAM Systems Systems

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