Senior Engineer

RENE C. DEHONDT

***** ** **** ****, ******, MI **005 Phone: 586-***-****

Email: ************@*****.***

Accomplished and results driven professional with expertise in Program Management, Vehicle Part Release, Product Design/Development and Supplier Management. A successful Engineer with extensive experience in successfully executing projects and products on time and within budget. Significant Electrical Engineering knowledge in a variety of parts, while focusing on innovation and driving a customer centric mindset in all functions of the business. Metal and Plastic product experience in the manufacturing and assembly of components in the Automotive Industry. Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to successfully coordinate multiple departments in a project-based environment.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Program Management

Supplier Management

Problem Solving Techniques

Project Execution

Cost Reduction

Sales Support

Electrical Engineering

Vehicle Part Release

Product Design

Supervision

Clear Communication

Process Orientated

DFMEA/PFMEA

Customer Centric

Bachelor’s in Engineering

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Actalent Services – GM Warren, Michigan November 2021 – February 2022

Design Release Engineer

Responsible for the release of Battery Module Components

Tracked, diagnosed, and resolved component issues using various problem-solving techniques

Successfully provided guidance and analysis in the resolution of development and production related issues.

Interfaced with Battery Module Development team to co-develop and integrate electrical and non-electrical components within the battery module.

Successfully provided guidance and analysis in the resolution of development and production related issues.

Worked extensively with suppliers to manage prototype and production module components and builds.

FCA NORTH AMERICA Auburn Hills, Michigan April 2014 – December 2020

Powertrain Engineering Supervisor

Coordinated a team of Mechanical Design Engineers in providing design direction for present and future powertrain systems.

Interfaced with Vehicle Development teams to co-develop and integrate electrical components within the vehicle body.

Successfully provided guidance and analysis in the resolution of development and production related issues.

Assisted in the design and development of powertrain electronic systems.

Worked extensively with suppliers to manage both prototype and production vehicle builds.

CHRYSLER GROUP LLC Auburn Hills, Michigan April 2010 - April 2014

Powertrain Senior Engineer

Coordinated a team of Design Engineers at multiple facilities in the design and development of all powertrain systems.

Tracked, diagnosed, and resolved component issues using various problem-solving techniques.

Successfully worked with the Supply Base to achieve targeted cost management of quotations, while driving timelines to ensure on time delivery and a good quality product.

Worked with Mexico and UK-based engineers to design and demonstrate components.

Coordinated Program Management activities for both on-site and offshore engineers in the development of components.

CHRYSLER GROUP LLC Auburn Hills, Michigan 2004 - 2010

Powertrain Module Team Leader

Team Leader responsible for a team of Design Engineers in the development of powertrain components.

Test Vehicle Coordination – Monitor test vehicle tracking chart for vehicle needs, orders, delivery, and disposition of vehicles no longer needed.

Contributed to developing an efficient process with the Outside Sales team, for current and future Outside Sales.

Interfaced with Sales team to define roles, responsibilities, and manpower requirements for programs, as well as provide relevant information for Sales requests and investigations.

Vehicle Coordination – Determined the needs, requests, and orders of vehicles, together with ensuring quick follow up with engineers and technicians for usage and disposition of test vehicles.

CHRYSLER GROUP LLC Auburn Hills, Michigan 2000 – 2004

Minivan Platform Team Leader

Responsible for a team in the development of alternator and starter components.

Successfully achieved Material Cost Management savings targets for components within the business unit.

Directed a team in the development of battery temperature monitoring and battery packaging to improve battery life and performance.

CHRYSLER GROUP LLC Auburn Hills, Michigan 1998 – 2000

Product Development Engineer

Responsible for the design, development, release, and warranty for Engine Compartment sensors.

Supported and facilitated activities for other departments and platforms in the development of various components.

Updated and maintained the strategy matrix for all platforms.

CHRYSLER CORPORATION Highland Park, MI 1984 - 1998

Wiring and Circuit Systems Product Development Engineer

Design and development of Wire Harnesses and associated components.

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree - Electrical Engineering

University of Detroit Mercy

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