Mechanical Engineer Release
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Luke Partin
Education
Kettering University Flint, MI 2009 – 2014
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
GPA: 3.0
Work Experience
First Brands Group Rochester Hills, MI November 2020 – June 2022
Mechanical Engineer – Water Pumps and Lift Supports
Support aftermarket projects for water pumps under the ASC brand and lift supports under the StrongArm brand. Lead the development and release of new products. Respond to customer complaints and field issues.
Developed DVP&R template for aftermarket hatch and trunk lift support applications
Martinrea International Auburn Hills, MI May 2017 – April 2020
Product Engineer – Fluids Group
Developed design of fuel filler pipe assemblies and optimized for performance, cost, manufacturing, and assembly. Oversaw DV and PV test phases and the release of 3D CAD models, 2D drawings, BOMs, and DFMEAs.
Launched the fuel filler pipes for 2018 Jeep Wrangler and 2019 Ram 1500
Released prototype designs and completed validation on 2020 Jeep Wrangler PHEV and 2021 Ram 1500 TRX variants
Released engineering changes for quality improvements and cost reductions on other FCA and Ford programs
Ford Motor Company Dearborn, MI October 2014 – April 2017
Contract Design & Release Engineer – Wheels, Tires, & Jacks
Performed Ongoing Program Development on Ford’s small car platforms for the North America and Asia regions. Coordinated with suppliers and Ford plant team to complete validation, release design improvements, and address potential quality issues.
Launched wheels on 2016 Ford C-Max MCA
Launched new tire on the Ford Escape as a mid-model year action
Generated and completed several cost reduction (TVM) actions
Akebono Brake Corporation Farmington Hills, MI April 2011 – June 2014
Mechanical Engineering Co-op – Foundation Brake Department
Assisted test engineers and lab technicians in performing basic characteristics validation on brake calipers and other day-to-day activities.
Completed senior thesis project validating a new bleeder screw design
CTS Automotive Elkhart, IN April 2010 – December 2010
Mechanical Engineering Co-op – Accelerator Pedal Department
Assisted test engineers and lab technicians in performing validation on various programs. Used various test equipment, such as durability strokers, power supplies, and multimeters.
Skills
Experienced with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Experienced with SAP products NetWeaver and ECTR
Knowledgeable of GD&T concepts
Familiar with manufacturing methods for metals and rubbers including brazing, stamping, tube bending, and forming
Capable of leading multi-function teams through design and validation phases
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