Process Engineer

EXPERIENCE:

Ford Motor Company – Sterling Axle Plant Sterling Heights, MI

Launch Engineer, Sterling Axle Plant Area B July 2024 – Present

Certification: Lean 6-Sigma DMAIC Methodology Course – Green Belt October 2024

●Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to ensure that continuous improvement projects are completed in a timely manner

●Create/Manage key metrics to ensure communication on newly launched axles for U71X and P703 program for timing, layouts and open issues

●Comprehend issues with production to schedule and diagnose mechanical problems and work with maintenance/Job Setters/Control Engineers to fix production issues

●Track and monitor throughput and FTT data to ensure that the lines are running to targets

●Ensure that the process documentation is up to date and audit ready

AutoKiniton Plymouth, MI

Launch Assembly Engineer June 2023 – Sept. 2023

●Managed multiple vehicle programs for GM and Stellantis for timely execution by coordinating work with Weld Engineers and Robotics specialists to dial in assembly programs with Fanuc Robots

●Develop Process Planning for BIW assemblies for different joining methods like Spot welding, MIG/MAG welding, and Laser welding

General Motors Warren, MI

Manufacturing Engineer Dec. 2021 – Feb. 2023

●Lead in assisting in the development of manufacturing processes, equipment/tooling alternatives, sequence and

flow of operations for the effective utilization of personnel, material, machines and facilities necessary for the production of vehicles

●Supporting vehicle manufacturing process and equipment installation for T1XX(Chevy Tahoe/Suburban, GMC Yukon and Cadillac Escalade) programs

●Coordinated with Tooling Suppliers for tooling buyoffs and project progression meetings

●Composed proper vehicle configurations in Teamcenter to transfer to MATH Data to Tooling Suppliers.

●Coordinated between PEs, DREs and Plant Core team members to minimize manufacturing complexities on the T1XX program prior to Job 1

Ford Motor Company Dearborn, MI

Manufacturing Engineer Oct. 2019 – Nov. 2021

●Provided leadership in Chassis and Powertrain(PMT3/4) throughout new CDX746/747 model development program for the +45 days of production timeline.

●Analyze CAD data in Teamcenter to develop process documents and investigate design to ensure in compliance to Global Manufacturing Requirements(GMR)

●Identify and drive resolutions of manufacturing issues between cross-functional teams (PD, STA, MP&L, NMP, etc.) using VIM documents

●Update and maintain process sheets and direct process order, using VPS/APT, for pre-production components for PMT 3/4

●Assisted in launch for Mustang Mach-E, CX727, in tooling installation and VIM issue resolutions by leading assembly tooling buyoff, tooling installation, start-up, and commissioning at the tooling vendors and assembly site until hand off to PI tea

●Updated and maintain process sheets and delivered/presented process information up via Cycle Line Layouts weekly

●Deliver Manufacturing Delivery Quality Operating System requirements for your Upper body Tooling

●Developed Design and build scopes of work associated with program upper body tooling, along with installation scopes of work documents to meet deadlines by interfacing with cross functional activities (Product Development, Supplier Technical Assistance, MP&L)

●Support Department Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, People, Morale, Environment, and Innovation (SQDCPMEI) initiatives Develop and foster working relationships with new and existing tooling vendors to develop new processes equipment and to continuously improve the equipment we have already deployed

Magna/Waymo Hamtramck, MI

Manufacturing Engineer June 2019 – Oct. 2019

●Responsible for working with Google's Waymo team to develop, evaluate, and improved manufacturing methods, component design equipment/tooling of operations for the mass production of autonomous electric vehicles

●Analyze CAD data in KISTERS of JLR/Waymo components to develop process documents and investigate design issues that can hinder manufacturing process

●Track and communicate the progress of manufacturing issues are properly communicated to Design Engineers and issues are fixed in a timely manner to complete optimal manufacturing processes

●Deliver quality vehicles to the customer, by devising tools and assembly methods to optimize vehicle building process with limited impact to critical components (Lidar, cameras, radars and etc.) and ‘A’ class surfaces

●Analyze and plan workforce utilization, space requirements, and workflow, and design layout of equipment/workspace for maximum efficiency

General Motors Warren, MI

Manufacturing Engineer Nov. 2018 – June 2019

●Responsible for assisting in the development of manufacturing processes, equipment/tooling alternatives, sequence and flow of operations for the effective utilization of personnel, material, machines and facilities necessary for the production of vehicles

●Traveled to support vehicle manufacturing process and equipment installation for E2UL and E2SC(Chevy Malibu and Cadillac XT4) programs at GM Fairfax plant in Kansas City, Kansas

●Composed proper vehicle configurations in Teamcenter to transfer to MATH Data to Tooling Suppliers

●Handled change management of EWOs and PRTS resolutions

●Communicated between DREs and Plant Core team members to minimize manufacturing complexities

Android Industries (FCA Business Unit) Warren, MI

Manufacturing Engineer Nov. 2017 – Nov. 2018

●JIT assembly integrator for tire and wheel, suspension modules, engine dressing, brake/corners modules, headliners and instrument panels supplying to GM, FCA, and Ford

●Responsible for traveling domestically and internationally to support FCA Business to ensure compliance to FCA standards and manage improvement projects.

●Perform root cause analysis using data and inspections of assembly failures to drive ensure best corrective action is taken and track progression in PDCAs

●Improve and develop systems for manufacturing plants to manage data and customer data reporting using OEE, cycle time studies, MTTR/MTTF data collection, and downtime analysis.

●Perform and manage studies of innovative projects for manufacturing/PLC system improvement

●Calibrate machines equipment and software to correct manufacturing issues with vision systems, PLC logic and pneumatics/mechanical components.

FCA Auburn Hills, MI

Manufacturing Engineer June 2016 – Oct. 2017

●Responsible for learning processes in powertrain (hybrid/EVs, gasoline engines and diesel engines), brake systems, decking, safety and electrical systems, electrical diagnosis, interior/exterior trim, HVAC systems, cooling systems and fueling systems of vehicles to understand and determine critical faults and their effects

●Traveled domestically and internationally to support new vehicle launches (RU, MP, KL, JL and DT programs) to improve initial quality of FCA vehicles in all General Assembly (Trim, Chassis, Engine Dress, Decking and Final), Paint and BIW areas

●Inspected machinery, manufacturing processes and operation procedures to ensure various processes were clear of critical issues that would affect plant process and final product

●Informed Engineers of product/process design flaws found on new model release vehicles

●Inspected the assembly, installation and functionality of vehicle part/components. (e.g. engine control modules, plastic interior/exterior components, metal brackets, die cast components of brake and engine systems)

●Ensured implementation of MQGR requirements, Process Standards, PFMEAs, Control Plans, Torque normas, and various important documents were in place and carried out to correct specifications

●Managed Engineering changes using Teamcenter and E-BOM

●Improved data input method for data logging; creating a 40% reduction in time spent

●Managed data from quality issues found and compiled into weekly KPI reports in Excel

Ahresty Wilmington Corp. Wilmington, OH

Process Engineer Aug. 2015 – June 2016

●Optimized CNC machining processes and PLC controlled leak test operations to increase productivity by using cycle time studies and machining/tooling improvement

●Designed necessary components for machinery to improve manufacturing process flow and part quality

●Optimized the machining/leak test lines using customer complaint reports to implement countermeasures to improve part quality.

●Utilize data metrics (PPM, CMM data and etc.) from the Quality Department to control any containment issues and reduce scrap rates.

●Modified G-Coding and CNC machine tooling to follow tolerances from part drawing regarding dimensional specifications from OEM and data from CMM

●Performed line layouts, project management using Microsoft Project, and scheduling for operations improvement for new leak test line installation.

●Resolved hardware and software issues with CNC machining and PLC logic.

Central State University Wilberforce, OH

Lithium-Ion Battery Researcher July 2014 – July 2015

●Engineered and built a 24-volt Lithium-Ion battery pack and project board for a model Chinook helicopter

●Hand built Lithium-Ion pouch cells, tested, and repaired leaking cells

●Programmed the 83-point, Orion Battery Management System for cell charging and balancing using current based monitoring system and safety controls

●Designed and built a circuit board for the power control of the battery, load and charger

United States Air Force Institute of Technology WPAFB, OH

Research Engineer June 2019 – Oct. 2019

●Developed algorithms using processing coding/motion recording programs for fusing information from multiple sensors for gait analysis with sensors e.g. MS Kinect, IR and Video cameras, and motion capture systems

●Performed data analysis and Gait analysis of terrorist walking motion to access hostile intent and under-cloak munitions

ACTIVITIES and ACHIEVEMENTS:

●National Society of Black Engineer – Vice President 2014-2015

●Teacher Assistant/Information Technology Specialist – Project SYNCERE 2011

●Teacher Assistant – University of Chicago for Summer Accelerated Math Camp 2008-2010

●Computer Information Systems Intern – Calumet School of Technology 2008

EDUCATION:

Central State University, College of Engineering Wilberforce, OH

Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing Engineering May 2015

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