LEON SCOTT, MSME
Farmington, MI 48335
Phone: 248-***-**** Email: **********@*****.***
~ Senior Design Release ENGINEER ~
Solutions-driven and highly analytical engineer with expertise in product design engineering, product program design releases, Engineering Change Management (ECM) changes that impact BIW, PPAP, PFEP, GD&T, VSA/DVA analysis, and team management. Expertise in driving Common Datum Locating Strategy (CDLS), reviewing, analyzing and ensuring diverse engine, body and product designs support global build strategies. Strong background in Body-In-White (BIW) tool design and build, expert in Teamcenter and VisMockup, familiar with General Motors North America (GMNA) standards, and strong knowledge of Global Vehicle Development Process (GVDP) and related deliverables.
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS
PH.D. ~ INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING CANDIDATE (expected 2026) MASTER OF SCIENCE ~ MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING (2020) POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA ~ SYSTEMS ENGINEERING (2019) Wayne State University Detroit, MI
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE ~ MATHEMATICS
Marygrove College Detroit, MI
DESIGN FOR SIX SIGMA (DMAIC) BLACKBELT ~ Wayne State University CERTIFIED SIX SIGMA GREEN BELT ~ Ford Motor Co.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
General Motors Corp. Warren, MI 7/2021 –
Present
DRE (Design Release Engineer) Assembly Sealing & Fastening T1-xx Diesel Row,
(Fastening DRE)
Lead all Assembly, & Fastening activities for T1-xx Diesel, while ensuring program timing mildestones, and objectives were met; as well as created and evaluated technology and mechanical fastener designs used for engine applications.
• Identify and define the initial dimensional requirements for purchased components and assemblies; lead
• markups, GD&T, tooling and gage design, review of fastener designs and Torque + Angle, and Clamp Load requirements
• Checked for bearing area, and bearing stress
• Maintained parts lists, and component readiness to ensure program mildestones, and objectives were met.
• Ensured PPAP readiness
• Investigated and solved PRTS, and *PRTS issues
• Created ECR’s for new Fastener Development, torque, and clamp load modification, and process corrections
• Maintained issues matrix for al of the components that I was responsible for developing
• Negotiated component and system changes with other DRE’s Leon Scott Page 2 of 3
Lear Seating Southfield, MI 4/2016 – 7/2021
DIMENSIONAL ENGINEER II/SENIOR DIMENSIONAL ENGINEER T1 3RD Row, T1 2nd Row, ZERV, U502, A100 (DVA Analysis on Seats (GD&T)
(DVA Analysis & GD&T on Seats and Mechanisms)
Lead the review and analysis of process and build variations for future designs, while predicting expected variation and potential build issues based on seats, mechanisms, and BIW attachment points. Review GD&T and capability data, and recommend process, design, and tolerance changes to create a more robust system.
• Identify and define the initial dimensional requirements for purchased components and assemblies; lead
• markups, GD&T, tooling and gage design, review of manufacturing and CMM Data, and other dimensional
• management and engineering activities.
• Proactively lead the strategic dimensional integration within and across subsystems, through variation management of product designs and manufacturing processes to achieve seat dimensional requirements.
• Drive the coordination of global strategic dimensional product requirements and serve as a subject-matter-expert and mentor in the utilization and application of GD&T
• Strategically partner in developing and deploying global dimensional engineering methods, processes, standards, and training; coordinate PPAP process and submit on the product estimated date during engineering changes, launches or as required.
COMAU (subsidiary of FIAT Chrysler) Southfield, MI 6/2014 - 4/2016 DIMENSIONAL PERFORMANCE ENGINEER, General Motors Corporation D2LC, D1SC, D2UG, D2UC Programs
Managed and ensured the A-Metric, as well as dimensional integrity, Lean and quality processes, and the overall DTS/craftsmanship success of all upper structures and processes pertaining to bodysides, framing, fascia, rear attachments, and all interfaces between upper structures and swing metal; BIW.
• Ensured the continuous improvement of metrics, while eliminating any waste in the process.
• Conducted SHIM moves based on data, and monitored/responded to statistical data pertaining to pertinent metrics; completed RED X training. (General Motors)
• Oversaw the monitoring of variations and all potential sources including non-functional Datum and locating schemes, as well as float and process variance.
• Performed extensive GD&T and design reviews, repeatability studies, Gauge R&R, and drill panel studies. Troy Design & Manufacturing (subsidiary Ford Motor Company) 7/2011 - 6/2014 DIMENSIONAL VARIATION ENGINEER 1
TDM S550 Mustang Program (3D Statistical Dimensional Analysis & Management (DVA) TDM C520 Program (3D Statistical Dimensional Analysis & Management (DVA) TDM U502 Program (3D Statistical Dimensional Analysis & Management (DVA) Led quality and design analysis, and offered design recommendations on powertrain systems, seating, suspension, body, chassis, exhaust, fuel systems, steering systems, engine systems, and ignition systems prior to production, such as the prestigious award-winning Eco-Boost Engine.
• Coordinated Vis VSA training, analyzed existing designs, created Datum schemes, recommended GD&T changes, and performed VSA/DVA analysis on total vehicle.
• Recommended and specified design changes to engine layouts and details.
• Attended design reviews with customers and suppliers, and offered technical solutions to manufacturing process issues after careful Dimensional Variation Analysis (DVA) by means of VIS -VSA. Certified Six Sigma Green Belt (Ford Motor Co.)
Detroit Community Schools Detroit, MI 1/2010 - 8/2011 MATH TEACHER/TUTOR
Prepared weekly course outlines and objectives according math curriculum guidelines for Calculus, Pre-calculus, Algebra II, Integrated Math, and Geometry, while mentoring and tutoring all secondary grade levels. Developed and reviewed curriculum and assignments to assess and employ various teaching strategies.
• Developed individualized plans in accordance to student needs.
• Assessed, recorded, and reported student academic and behavioral progress to parents and administration. Leon Scott Page 3 of 3
Ford Motor Company (Bartech Employee) Dearborn, MI 6/2001 - 4/2008 DIMENSIONAL MANAGEMENT ANALYST, Powertrain Operations Engine Engineering Managed and performed quality and design analysis, identified and delivered engine design recommendations prior to production, performed design dimensional/tolerance stack analysis, and participated in brainstorming activities for design concept of engines. Coordinated and facilitated VIS VSA and GD&T training.
• Attended design reviews with customers, suppliers, and stakeholders, while offering technical solutions to manufacturing process issues after careful dimensional analysis by means of Vis VSA.
• Analyzed existing diesel/gasoline combustion engine systems and power train components, identified/recommended GD&T changes, and performed engine engineering tasks; presented and recommended design changes to engine layouts/details.
• Nominated for Ford Motor Company Technology Award (Dimensional Variation Analysis) (DVA). Visteon Chassis Systems Dearborn, MI 2/1999 - 6/2001 DIMENSIONAL MANAGEMENT ANALYST
Led the modeling of Visteon Component Systems Chassis components by means of Variation System Analysis programs such as VSA IDEAS integrated product. Analyzed U222 pinion angle and Torque Arm Variation using Vis VSA PC based software. Served as the VSA training/report writing coordinator.
• Performed statistical analysis in VSA I-DEAS integrated product for Mustang-based dog tracking issues such as
• toe and camber.
• Performed plunge depth analysis for U152 half shaft in VSA in I-DEAS integrated product and the analysis on Jaguar using VSA IDEAS integrated product.
• Performed total run out studies for several programs and angular variation studies for multiple programs including U222 using VSA I-DEAS using VSA I-DEAS.
• Completed the design of details for chassis components and implemented GD&T in all assigned projects.