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Senior Design Engineer

Location:
Detroit, MI
Posted:
March 19, 2025

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Resume:

Timothy M. Sobczynski

***** ******* ******, **********, ** 48021

586-***-****

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OBJECTIVE

My goal is for a challenging Design / Engineering position offering the opportunity for growth using my knowledge and experience in Unigraphics 1969, Team Center 12.0 and Catia 5.0 RV12

CAREER EXPERIENCE

RTX Corporation

Collins Aerospace, Winston Salem North Carolina.

Design Engineer for Super First-Class Seating and Suites. 06/2023 to Present

NX 2206 and Tce 14.1 Operating system.

Projects include but not limited to the following:

Design Engineer for Super First-Class Seating.

Update Jira for fixes on seats for build variations.

Do studies to look for crash conditions between parts and movement of actuators.

Update sheet metal to assure proper clearance between parts for movement purposes.

Create sketches to update any parts that need adjusting for proper Fit Form and Function.

Add Velcro tape to assure proper attachment under seat movements.

Design Engineer for Super First – Class Suites.

Evaluate studio surface to analyze if the surface is capable to be manufacture.

Fix any Die Lock conditions and update Class A surface.

Do studies to see how parts interface and attach with surrounding suite parts.

Create GD&T to indicate proper Fit Form and Function.

Make assembly drawings to show how parts interface with each other.

Run parts thru file Chek Mate to assure proper modeling practices have been used.

Create Classification of Engineering Change and Design Review Documents.

Create CN’s to show update of parts from previous release or first release process.

In training to become a JCL2 classification so I can approve my own parts thru the release process.

Use Microsoft Teams and outlook to communicate with team members.

General Motors (contract thru Acro Services); Warren, MI

Design Engineer for Interior Seating Buck Group 05/2021 to 06/2023

NX 1969 and Tce 12 operating systems.

Projects include but not limited to the following:

Work on the creation of wood and foam parts for interior buck vehicles to show shape and function.

Created wood stringers to show shape of front trunk and hood area to show realistic representation.

Created floor blocks to help set up seat checks for location of Oscar.

Updated Typical Sections to indicate intention of design.

Created IP block to indicate space allocated for interior mountings.

Updated Interior Buck models to be viewed for Virtual Reality review.

Design of side mirrors to be made in the R.P. lab

Parametric design of steering wheel to be easily changed for various vehicles.

Work on brake pedals and accelerator pedals for both lh and rh drive vehicles.

Create drawings for parts to send to shop for creation of foam and wood parts to be benched.

Plasan Carbon Composite; Wixom, MI

Design Engineer 08/2019 to 03/2021

NX 12, Catia 5 RV12 and Tce 11 systems.

Project of interest:

Design Carbon Fiber models for strength and weight reduction of models using the parametric modeling method.

These models include the following:

Design of Running Boards for the Ford Raptor including class A surface with Pultrusion structural shapes.

Battery Box design for Lithium Batteries for the skate board architecture of electric vehicles underpinnings.

Design of Toyota Supra side mirrors and rear Spoiler for Carbon Fiber effect.

Created studies for Mercury Marine Outboards to show the added strength of Carbon Fiber to the motor cradle.

Created Carbon Fiber vessel to hold lithium batteries for United States Navy to ship batteries overseas.

Creation of Pultrusion structural shapes adding to a more robust design

Creation of drawings to show build intent of carbon fiber on math data.

Apply and update GD&T to updated math data for proper fit and function.

Reviewed and updated Material and Mass of parts in assembly.

Sobczynski Services; Auburn Hills, MI

Design Engineer Consultant for AM General 08/2018 to 12/2018

NX 11 and Tce 11 systems.

Project of interest:

Work on the MPT 22,500 Rolling Chassis

Created Body Mount Brackets for proper fit to body.

Created bracketry for the CTIS Module mounting to accommodate new electrical module.

Updated Surge Tank position for new routing of A/C evaporator to compressor.

Repositioned A/C Drier with new bracket and hose routings to evaporator and compressor

Rerouted Exhaust Installation for better mounting and performance.

Updated electrical cable routings to ensure connections to battery and alternator.

Performing stack-up analyses for GD&T.

Apply and update GD&T to updated Chassis parts for proper fit and function.

Reviewed and updated Material and Mass of parts in assembly.

Nifco Inc.; Troy, MI 06/2017 to 08/2018

Catia Design Engineer

Catia V5, NX 11 Tce 11 systems.

Projects include but not limited to the following:

oReceive data from Ford Motor Company to review for feasibility of tooling of Powertrain parts.

oCreate proposals on attachment schemes for better fit form and function.

oChoose proper material from Prospector website for proper mold flow and function.

oDesign Catia drawings to indicate dimensions, GD@T and proper notes to create proper fit and function.

oPreform stack-up analyses for GD@T.

oCreate Design Change Request to change any improper data.

oUpload in Oracle any document’s pertaining to data change,

oPowerPoint presentations indicating changes to customer part.

oSend data to 3D printer for prototype parts.

oCommunicate with customers through Outlook email of any concerns.

oBring in General Motors interior trim data and review through Unigraphics 11.0

Stant Inc.; Troy, MI 09/2014 to 06/2017

UG Design Engineer

NX 10, Tce 9 systems

Projects include the following parts for refueling vapor recovery systems:

oCarbon Canister Modules, which play a role in controlling the loss of evaporative emissions from fuel systems to the environment.

oFuel Filler Pipe Assemblies, which are directed at containing and minimizing fuel hydrocarbon emission vapors from entering the environment.

oCapless Refueling System, which is designed for the OEMS to have more freedom to shrink the fuel pocket and door area for their design. It also provides cost advantages and an effective way of replacing the fuel cap.

oCreate drawings to ISO ASME Y14.41 standards.

oApply GD@T and proper notes to create proper fit and function.

Molex Automotive Group (contract thru Adecco); Auburn Hills, MI 04/2013 to 09/2014

Unigraphics Design Engineer

Creation of new connector designs that meet updated specifications and criteria for new programs.

Updated designs from Co Create graphic system to become parametric Unigraphics parts to be utilized for library parts.

Mentored Co-Create operators in their move over to Unigraphics system.

Assisted in creation of ECTR (Electronic Control Center) SAP PLM system.

Routing of cables to encompass the updated connectors.

Borgers CO.KG (integrated supplier to General Motors); Warren, MI 08/2011 to 04/2013

Senior Unigraphics Designer

Created Textile Wheel Liners from new math surface to surrounding parts for Fascia Group.

Updated surfaces to keep proper Fit Form and Function to surrounding parts, including proper attachment point locations and room for tire jounce, sealant, and electrical application, keeping to the integrity of the styling design.

Responsible for Design Reviews and releasing math data, including updating the IA-Layouts and the VAS through Team Center Engineering.

Updated bracketry for exterior lighting on front fascia.

Changed exterior lighting surface to meet criteria to incorporate into fascia updated surface.

Checking Cad files to make sure adhere to specifications.

Apply GDT@T and proper notes to create part.

Schaeffler Group (contract thru Adecco); Troy, MI 01/2011 to 08/2011

Senior Unigraphics Designer

Created engineering studies to show relationships from new math data to surrounding parts, indicating with sections what clearance zones should be between parts.

Retrieved math data from Pro-E Wildfire to input into Unigraphics to create geometry and drawings for customer.

Parts worked on were primarily for Engine / Powertrain Group, but not limited to:

oPlate Asm Clutch: Fly Wheel, Thrust Bearings.

oClutch Hydraulic Components: Clutch Master Cylinder, Clutch Slave Cylinder.

oFront End Accessory Drive: Hydraulic Tensioner Asm & Mechanical Tensioner, Drive Belt.

oVariable Cam Timing: Solenoid & Actuator Asm.

Accessed latest engineering data from SAP to include in latest model design and for updating Geometric Tolerance.

Checking Cad files to make sure adhere to specifications

Sent completed file structure to customer thru Trubiquity.

General Motors (contract thru Bartech); Warren, MI 02/2010 to 01/2011

Unigraphics Designer

Lead Designer for K2XX SUV Body Side Moldings.

oUpdated Surface to match Studio Theme Surface.

oCreated attachment strategies to attach moldings to vehicle doors.

oImplemented any changes to moldings from engineering through design reviews.

Designer for K2XX Pick Up Box Top Caps for General Motors Trucks.

oCreated criteria for surface and attachment strategies.

oUpdated Surface to meet new studio release and made changes to follow sheet metal process.

Designer for GMX352 Fuel Filler Door Assembly

oCreated and packaged a functional Fuel Filler Door and Assembly to be used for GM North America, Europe, Korea and China.

oCreated criteria to show C.A.R.B. zone (California Air Resources board) and Hand Clearance zones for Fuel

Filler Openings.

Designer for GMX352 Air Inlet Panels

oCreated typical sections for packaging purposes for fit form and function.

oCreated parametric model for tooling purposes.

oUpdated model / vents to meet air flow standards.

Created file structures for parts to live in, and updated VAS so files were accessible to rest of the design community.

Released Math Data to start tooling.

Completed and released Engineering Work Orders.

Navistar International Truck (contract thru MST, Inc.); Fort Wayne, IN 04/2008 to 02/2010

Unigraphics Designer

Lead Design / Engineer for the doors in the ITAR Military Group.

Created the door structure for the following MaxxPro vehicles: MRAP 1.0, MRAP 1.5 and MRAP Dash.

Wrote Pyxis concerns to take care of build issues in the plant.

Coordinated work flows to get drawings thru the design and check process.

Checking Cad files to make sure adhere to specifications.

Utilized Unigraphics 6.0, TeamCenter, Spectrum, and CDMS.

Wrote Engineering Change Notifications (ECN) to inform the government of any changes to the design of the doors.

Worked in Cost Reduction Group, creating ways to cut costs for various chassis and brake components.

Worked in Mexican Export Group, creating and updating brackets and castings.

Updated Cab in White for the medium duty truck for Brazil.

Created exhaust system for South Africa 930 truck.

Updated front and rear Drive Lines for ITAR Military Group.

Created selections through Pharos for various chassis and exhaust parts.

Created 3D Models and layouts for both ITAR and Chassis using UG-NX5 and TeamCenter.

Rolls Royce Energy Group (contract thru Belcan, Inc.); Mount Vernon, OH 05/2007 to 04/ 2008

Unigraphics Designer

Created 3D Piping Design of Fixtures and Component Interfacing.

Constructed and rearranged diagrams for future builds.

Created studies showing relationships of Jet Engine to frame of fixture.

Update electrical cable routings to insure connections.

Produced 2D Drawings of Assemblies and Layout via UG and Team Center.

Update and apply GD&T for proper fit and function.

Built GIF images to convey assembly process to manufacturing.

Created PowerPoint presentation for design reviews.

Scaletta Moloney Armory, Inc. (contract thru MST, Inc.); Bedford Park IL 04/2006 to 05/ 2007

Unigraphics Designer

Created armor for government and private vehicles.

Updated data from released vehicles to include armor protection for doors and roof.

Utilize Free Form modeling features to create armor for sheet metal parts.

Produce studies of sheet metal parts and their relationship to armor brackets.

Build GIF images to convey assembly process to manufacturing

General Motors Truck Group (contract thru Aerotek); Warren, MI 03/1998 to 04/ 2006

Designer, Truck Body Group

Created parametric 3D models utilizing Unigraphics computer system on UGNX3.

Windows Supported by IMAN Motif and TeamCenter support systems.

Updated data for the Vehicle Assembly Structure (VAS).

Created and updated Body in White show surfaces using surfacing functions.

Used Free Form modeling to create truck body exterior trim including wheel flares, rocker moldings and body panels.

Created feasibility studies for lighting for IDR surface data.

Created routing of electrical wiring through harnesses to meet standards.

Worked from EWO to update data to show engineering changes.

Produced studies of exterior trim parts and their relationship to body panels.

Built GIF images to convey assembly process to manufacturing.

Navistar International Truck Group (contract thru Tri-Force Engineering); Fort Wayne, IN 02/1997 to 03/1998

Designer, Truck Body Group

Utilized UG V11 computer system to create parametric 3D models and drawings.

Created truck body surfaces using Free Form modeling features.

Assisted engineers in the design of cosmetic and structural body and interior trim parts.

Created and modified assemblies within Unigraphics.

General Motors Truck Group (contract thru Troy Design); Pontiac, MI 03/1995 to 02/1997

Computer Support

Utilized C.G.S. and Unigraphics computer systems to create and update GD&T details.

Organized and distributed Build Tolerance Manual for Midsize Truck.

Aided in the Dimensional Management Seminar for Design Operations.

Coordinated transfer of data between Tolerancing Engineers and Design.

Picked Variation Simulation Modeling points.

Participated in various Quality Improvement Teams.

APX International; Madison Heights, MI 05/1994 to 03/1995

Computer Aided Design Operator

Utilized C.G.S. and Autotrol systems in the creation of illustrations for the GD&T group.

Created and updated GD&T details and datum patches.

MegaTech Engineering, Inc.; Warren, MI 02/1993 to 05/ 1994

Computer Aided Design Operator

Utilized C.G.S. and Autotrol systems in the creation of illustrations for the GD&T group.

Created and updated GD&T details and datum patches.

Updated and created body design layouts.

Transferred files between computer systems.

Liberty Engineering Company; Troy, MI 04/1990 to 01/1993

Computer Aided Design Operator

N.C. Inspected parts utilizing Zeiss procedures.

Created C.M.M. points for N.C. Inspect and N.C. Block patches.

Designed checking fixtures for castings and created calculations for part variation. Created tooling layouts.

EDUCATION

Macomb Community College ; Warren, MI

Credit hours earned toward courses in Unigraphics, Descriptive Geometry, Quality Control and Blue Print Reading.

AWARDS

Quality Team Award from Design Operations; General Motors Truck Group



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