Robert J. Brumer

**** ******* **. ********* ***** Michigan 48307

Cell: 810-***-****

Email: adev1d@r.postjobfree.com

Summary

Self-directed and detailed Design/Test Engineer with vast experience. Knowledgeable of hybrid systems. Effective at troubleshooting issues and recommend corrective actions. Excellent written and personal communication skills with a diverse population. Twenty plus years in testing and validation.

Education And Training

Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan

Master of Science in Hybrid Electric Vehicle Engineering

Advanced Battery Systems for Hybrid Electric Vehicles — Class Project

Developed a US vehicle drive cycle simulation using MATLAB and Simulink. Reviewed the effect on batteries for regenerative braking and tracked amperage. Developed and tested a flywheel designed to reduce battery discharge during acceleration/discharge for increased battery life.

Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, Ohio

Bachelor of Science in Electronic Technology

Training Includes: MATLAB & Simulink, SPC, CFD Testing, Visual Basic Programming, QS 9000/TS 16949, Microsoft Office Suite, Pascal Quick Basic/HT Basic, OBDI & OBDII, Fuel Systems

Profile

• Perform detailed automotive tests such as Mass Air Flow and fuel injector for clients to include GM and Ford.

•Develop lab testing procedures to meet ISO standards and creating procedural manuals to assist staff.

• Prepare a variety of warranty and prototype testing reports to include the 8 Disciplines.

• Work with internal teams and engineers to develop root cause analysis on issues and recommend appropriate actions.

• Prepare management reports and track test result using Word, Excel and Power Point.

- Use of OBDII Scan Tools to Determine Codes Set for different Components on Vehicle such as

Oxygen Sensor Codes, MAF Codes, Throttle Position Sensor Codes, Miss Fire Codes, CAM Sensor Codes, Crank Shaft Position Sensor Codes

Experience

Test Engineer American Axle (Contract)

Rochester Hills Michigan, December 2016-

January 2020

Responsible for DV and PV validation and testing for Actuators for Ford and Chrysler

Required to do DV and PV testing to DVP&R, and getting quotes from outside testing

Issuing Purchase orders for outside testing

Testing of Actuators for Ford and Chrysler,

Internal Specifications, SAE Specifications, Durability testing,and Thermal Shock testing

Functional testing of Actuators and writing Customer Reports

Use of CaNape and Labview Software to control Actuator Operation and for Data Acquisition and Data Analysis

Use Of CaNape files for Actuator Distance Traveled, Motor Current Analysis, Voltage and Temperature

DVP & R Test Engineer Getrag Transmissions Corporations

Sterling Heights, Michigan 2013- 2016

Responsible for updating DVP and R for changes in current Transmission testing

Writing DVP and R’s for changes in current Transmission

Coordinating Current Vehicle Testing

Dyno Rig testing of the Transmission

Meeting with program management to discuss current Transmission testing and test timing

Reviewing testing reports and DVP and R’s with Program Management and Ford Transmission Programs

Validation of changes to the transmission, both component and process changes

Temporary Test Engineer/Validation Engineer Gibbs Sports Amphibians

Auburn Hills, Michigan January 2013-November 2013

Responsible for testing and validation of Quadski to engineering specifications

Involved in DVP and R for Vehicle testing, Responsible for developing testing for the vehicle

Responsible for Cold Water Exposure testing of the vehicle to internal Specifications

Responsible for engineering reports, working with technicians to do vehicle testing

Responsible for developing Durability tests for the life of the vehicle based on engineering requirements for both Land and Marine vehicles

Responsible for setting up data Acquisition and Analyzing data for testing of Quadski

Use of CaN data Analysis for RPM, Distance Traveled

complete validation of the vehicle to Marine and SAE specifications

Test Engineer (Contract) TI Automotive

Auburn Hills, Michigan 2011- 2012

Involved in the testing of brake and HVAC systems to GM, Ford, and Chrysler Specs

Responsible for Analyzing test data, writing engineering reports, and writing test requests for technicians to do the needed testing

Responsible for setting up specific tests for engineering specs

Troubleshooting of test equipment in order to get tests running

Test Engineer (Contract) Low temp Loop System General Motors Corporation

Warren, Michigan 2010-2011

Involved in the testing of the low temperature loop system for the Hybrid Electrical Vehicle and pump testing for the system

Responsible for analyzing test data and reporting back to the group on test results

Generating Engineering reports on data from the low temp loop testing used

to support simulation models on the system.

Test Engineer (Contract), After Treatment System Eaton Corporation

Southfield, Michigan 2008-2009

Involved in diesel fuel injector testing for the Eaton fuel dosing system

Performed injector, spray pattern and heat/non-heat durability tests including benchmark testing

Set up and ran fuel pump durability benchmarking tests using A & B comparison tests

Conducted gage R&R studies on new mechanical injector test stand

Handled truck and Dyno engine durability tests of injectors to monitor calibration over time

Analyzed data and prepared written reports, and graphs using MATLAB

Prepared customer engineering reports on fuel dosing system.

Prepared a major benchmarking report for the senior engineer, regarding the type of

pump to use for after treatment system

Prepared a major comparison sheet with

different criteria and based recommendations on results and costs.

Qualified the entire after treatment system to include injector, block and pump

Qualified seven systems with each taking up to four days and prepared related comprehensive reports.

Design/Test Engineer Hitachi Automotive Products

Farmington Hills, Michigan 2005-2006

Performed Mass Air Flow Testing (MAF) and sensor calibration for GM and Ford

Proved new master MAF sensors used in 5X5 calibration testing as well as prototype air induction systems and filter elements

Interpolated the frequency or voltage data to generate a transfer function

Performed warranty testing of MAFs and air induction systems and maintain related database to include visits to the GM Warranty Center

Prepared special warranty reports for GM and Ford regarding the eight disciplines for senior management

Wrote report on MAF on board diagnostic codes and potential problems and report on bore diameters on MAF output shifts over extended time period

Prepared a variety of test reports

Developed ISO procedures for the test lab and MAF test stands

They included detailed steps with photos. Invited by management to join the ISO team because these processes improved efficiencies significantly.

Created logbooks for MAF wire harnesses and bore diameters that improved efficiencies for lab technicians and testing procedures

Engineer, Fuel and Airflow Test Lab Ford Motor Company

Dearborn, Michigan 2003-2005

Handled durability and specialty tests on fuel injectors and fuel pumps according to engineering specs and lab procedures

Set up and ran carbon canister test stands

Ensured test stands and testing environments were in control to meet required standards Calibrated load cells for testing

Programmed carbon canister test stands for loading and purging fuel

Performed injector leak testing on the Cosmo leak tester

Work on software adjustments for improved efficiencies in testing aftermarket MAF calibration for race cars

Trained employees on testing procedures and monitored their work. Prepares a variety of test result reports.

Added a switch to the Druck system, after carefully reviewing schematics, to improve efficiencies

It was so successful all four systems were converted

Engineer Best Products

Oak Park, Michigan 2002-2003

Programmed MAF test stands for meter testing. Ensured they met SEESI standards

Curve fit test data for MAF meters

Drew and modified CAD drawings for MAFs

Worked on circuit board layout

Successful in quickly making adjustments to bring tests stands up to SEESI standards.

Improved frequency meter testing, by developing best practice procedures, to allow for faster tests and improved man hours per test

Engineer Visteon

Dearborn, Michigan 2000-2001

Tested spray pattern and flow of low-pressure direct injection (LPDI)

Supervised nozzle testing of injector at Wayne State University to ensure testing was completed on time

Set-up injector laboratory, designed laser cabinets for spray testing to improve efficiencies

Wrote lab procedures to facilitate compliance for QS 9000 audits

Engineer Ford Motor Company

Dearborn, Michigan 1993-2000

Ran Ford’s Oxygen Sensor Lab.

Responsible for testing oxygen sensors to Ford Engineering Specs

Tested Heater Resistance of Sensor

Tested Response time of sensor.

Responsible for warranty issues.

Wrote excel macro’s for testing

Engineer United Technologies Automotive

Detroit, Michigan 1992-1993

Responsible for developing headliner in special R & D project

Set up mold for testing

Recorded materials used in process

Recorded processes used to develop headliner

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