Jonathan R. Green
***** ******* ***** **********, ** 48111 (734) 635-5049My ba
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OBJECTIVE:
Powertrain product development position involving calibration, data acquisition and issue resolution.
Job Related Summary:
8+ years of experience as a Powertrain Project/Calibration Engineer
12+ years using Microsoft Software (Project, Excel, Word and PowerPoint) to maintain and report project status and progress
4+ years analyzing fluid flow in vehicle prototype power steering and hydraulic power brake systems
Used software to virtually debug gasoline engine control software and generate dyno base calibrations (HIL/SIL)
Achieved quality targets through the use of Matlab based scripts that calculated transmission shift event clutch energy
Enhanced shift patterns through the use of Matlab based scripts that assessed automatic shift pattern robustness
Enhanced department efficiency by developing a web based ‘living document’ repository for powertrain calibration data
(specifications, issues/counter measures, calibration procedures)
1+ years testing and evaluating control strategies for HEV electrified components such as batteries, AC/DC converters/ Motors
Benchmarked gasoline/HEV/Hybrid vehicles for understanding of powertrain control strategies
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY:
Kyyba Inc., Farmington Hills, MI
07/2021 - 07/2023 - Project Engineer Transmission Systems
Led management of technicians to instrument vehicles for testing.
Performed data acquisition/analysis of data taken for key driveability requirements.
Validated/Evaluated production level shift shedule calibrations according to drivability requirements.
Managed calibration changes/updates using database system.
Created a Matlab based script for automating necessary steps involed in the data analysis process.
Led road load validation testing of production level vehicles including leading program management of supplier activities.
HATCI, Superior Township, MI
05/2014 - 08/2020 - Project Engineer Transmission Systems
Resolved shift quality issues through making appropriate power on downshift clutch control calibration changes.
Performed data acquisition/analysis to communicate shift quality status to local management and international teams.
Validated/Evaluated production level clutch control calibrations for new model program launches.
Validated clutch control learn process and analyzed adaptation value trends for MIN/MAX tolerance transmissions.
Analyzed latest technological clutch control strategies and feature through benchmarking.
Led management of technicians and suppliers of instrumentation to instrument vehicles for testing.
Conducted numerous driving maneuvers on vehicles to generate standard performance metrics.
Evaluated durability fleet high mileage vehicles and communicated assessments to management results.
Led and Performed transmission tear down tasks and communicated assessments to management via official reports.
Analyzed upcoming market trends regarding new transmission and controls technologies (BEV/HEV/Conventional Vehicles).
Tracked quality trends and customer feedback using latest publication sources.
ZF North America, Northville, MI 05/2013 – 05/2014 Trans Calibration Resident Engineer
Provided on site 9spd ATSYS support by performing calibration updates via flashing.
Performed transmission clutch adaptation procedures for both new model production and customer vehicles.
Conducted various diagnostic related efforts to resolve issues raised by OEM.
Tata Technologies, Novi, MI 08/2009 – 05/2013 Transmission Calibration Engineer
Calibrated both current production and post production improvements for clutch control and shift schedules
Optimized drivability and fuel economy for large engine RWD/4WD applications through shift schedule development
Performed transmission shift scheduling base development on a powertrain dynamometer using ETAS/INCA tools
Performed transmission clutch control base development on a powertrain dynamometer using ETAS/INCA tools
General Motors, Milford, MI 04/2007 – 04/2009 Transmission Calibration Engineer
Benchmarked shift schedules for 2010 MY luxury sedan – FE (converter/ 2nd gear starts)
Generated shift energy analysis, altitude and hot testing for 2010 MY sign-off requirements
Resolved JD Power transmission calibration issues for 2008/ 2009 MY 6spd applications.
Drove new drivability acceleration metrics which lead to improved customer satisfaction.
Ford Motor Company, Livonia, MI 04/2002 – 03/2007 Transmission Calibration Engineer
Provided resolution for production issues by correlating tracked warranty with calibration efforts.
Released transmission calibrations for 2004 to 2009 MY V8 applications with use of Matlab based software.
Led case studies to improve fuel economy and material/ component durability.
Ford Motor Company, Dearborn, MI 10/1999 – 04/2002 Engine Calibration Engineer
Conducted hot and altitude development for 2001 to 2004 V6 SUV applications.
Used software to virtually debug engine control software and generate dyno base calibrations (HIL/SIL).
Performed engine accessory torque load verification/validation tests to evaluate robustness of torque control calibration.
Calibrated base tables for catalyst temperature model using analysis of catalyst temperature data.
Generated a web based resource for managing calibration information according to revision level and powertrain.
Ford Motor Company, Dearborn, MI 10/1993 – 10/1999 Tooling Development Engineer
Procured and Installed power steering evac/fill and fuel delivery tooling for assembly operations.
Led design activities with vendors for generating vehicle system interface fixtures.
Optimized vehicle brake and steering quality through system bench testing and global benchmarking efforts.
Generated and Maintained a web based resource for management of global tooling equipment and processes.
EDUCATION:
MSME (Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering) BSME (Bchelors of Science in Mechanical Engineering)
University of Michigan Ann Arbor, MI University of Michigan Ann Arbor, MI
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
INCA/ETAS/ATI/Vision calibration software tools/ DFMEAs (Design FMEAs)/DOEs/
ATI/Vision calibration software tools/ MS (Excel/ Powerpoint/ Word)
Matlab/Simulink software/ HIL/SIL (Hardware/Software in Loop)
Oral/Written Presentation/ Teamwork Oriented/ Report Writing
Recent patent co-recipient - innovative storage solution for pickup truck applications