Project Manager - Mechanical Engineer/Analyst

Edward R. Champion

Program & Project Manager – Mechanical Engineer

**********@***.*** • 404-***-****

https://www.linkedin.com/in/edward-champion-1ab842156/

• Acworth, GA 30101

Dynamic and detail-oriented professional engineer with extensive experience in innovative solutions deployment and product lifecycle management within telecommunications and engineering sectors.

I am known for streamlining processes, enhancing product performance, and accelerating time-to-market through strategic collaboration and effective project management. Expert in leading cross-functional teams, fostering product innovation, and delivering cost-effective solutions across diverse environments, from military to commercial applications. Proactive in utilizing advanced validation tools and engineering principles to resolve complex problems while maintaining a focus on cost control and regulatory compliance. Strong analytical and reasoning skills when applied to regulatory requirements and practical implementation in a test environment or evaluation and interaction on vendor submittals pursuant to submittal requirements. Committed to integrating sustainable technology and driving continuous improvement in product design and deployment.

Areas of Expertise

●Project/Product Lifecycle Management

●Technical Communication & Reporting

●Problem Solving & Solution Development

●FEA and CFD expertise (ACAD CFD/Flotherm/Ansys, SolidWorks)

●Continuous Process Improvement

●Product Design & Development

●Strategic Planning & Execution

●Team leadership & Collaboration

●Innovation & Concept Development

●Sustainable Technology Integration

●Regulatory Compliance

●Advanced Validation Tools

●Testing Strategy Development

●Specification Generation

●Performance Enhancement

Professional Experience

Tower Engineering Professionals – Raleigh NC 2025

Product Manager – Site Acquisition and Thermal System Evaluations

Worked in the site acquisition department developing generator solutions for Verizon in the Southeast. Reviewed all regulatory documents for local jurisdiction adherence and completeness. Reviewed technical documentation for generators. Performed thermal analysis for poles, towers, various enclosures as well as air-conditioned enclosures.

Crown Castle – Alpharetta, GA

Product Manager, Small Cell Engineering (Mechanical – Power Deployment/ Real Estate Evaluation)

2017 – 2024

Spearheaded key enhancement of product features and functionalities in existing product lines. Directed design, development, and launch of new and modified products, streamlining processes to accelerate time-to-market. Directed cross-functional teams, including Network Real Estate, Implementation, Operations, and RF Engineering teams to foster innovation in product ideas and ensure permit-friendly and cost-efficient hardware designs. Managed development of next-generation products for small-cell deployment for all major carriers such as Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile.

●Devised and implemented innovative strategies to reduce deployment times for small cell products, focusing on product lifecycle management and market trend analysis. Reviewed pertinent documentation for sites including relevant FCC, local jurisdiction, and any sites in and around airports for FAA issues. Reviewed leasing, zoning and permitting policies.

●Worked with RF team members in defining inbuilding antenna mounts and locations based on before and after measured RF profiles. Participated in measurements and data evaluation and reviewed adherence to local and national requirements.

●Managed and delivered small cell solutions on time and under budget (budget tracking), facilitating rapid deployment in the field. Includes vendor performance validation/project team coordination with third party vendors

●Conceived and demonstrated the "node in a box" concept, enhancing product versatility and deployment efficiency.

●Co-invented a patented small-cell electric vehicle charging station, integrating telecommunications with sustainable technology.

●Evaluation of vendor regulatory filings, e.g. FAA/FCC/UL/CE/NEPA/SHPO/MEP and FEA and CFD reports.

Adtech Global – Alpharetta, GA

Senior Program Engineer

2015 – 2017

Supervised and managed all phases of project development from inception to completion, guaranteeing alignment with objectives and adherence to military and domestic specifications. Coordinated and directed design and specification reviews to maintain project plans and timelines. Administered cost control initiatives by evaluating expenditures and optimizing test schedules. Guided engineering teams in compliance with strict standards, adapting product verifications to laboratory capacities.

●Streamlined process evaluations for advancing project definition and enhancing thermal and structural modeling, leading to significant cost reductions and efficiency gains.

●Developed key processes for design and test protocols, improving project accuracy and reliability.

●Utilized a profound understanding of engineering principles to resolve complex issues and drive project success.

CISCO – Lawrenceville, GA

Program Manager; Regulatory and Compliance

2014 – 2015

Managed comprehensive UL and FCC compliance testing for a series of set-top box products, streamlining processes to ensure adherence to industry standards. Analyzed and interpreted complex compliance regulations to guide product design and modifications. Evaluated regulatory and design requirements from customers for more efficient testing sequences. Recommended design modifications based on testing outcomes and conducted thorough performance testing to ensure compliance.

●Developed and implemented a sequenced testing strategy, reducing setup changes and minimizing downtime.

●Reduced time to certify products through FCC and UL, optimizing testing cycle and expediting product release.

●Enhanced product reliability/performance by providing critical approvals and performance enhancement recommendations.

Arris Group, Inc. – Suwanee, GA

Senior Engineer

2009 – 2014

Instituted a robust compliance communication program, enhancing compliance protocols for various standards, including NEBS, UL, FCC, CE, IEC, EN, and CSA. Assumed additional responsibilities as a regulatory compliance manager, ensuring adherence to industry regulations and company policies. Streamlined validation processes by managing in-house and external test programs.

●Conducted CFD and FEA analyses to innovate product development, focusing on new structures and advanced cooling solutions.

●Leveraged my expertise in thermoelectric, augmented natural, and radiative cooling techniques to improve thermal prediction accuracy and decrease reliance on costly laboratory testing.

●Developed and instituted internal analysis capabilities, significantly reducing time to market for new products.

Additional Experience

Senior Manager, Mechanical and Product Development – Spirent Communications, Norcross, GA

●Headed various cross-disciplinary development projects, including mechanical, electrical, and optical engineering components.

●Established product specification agreements, design guidelines, test plans, and comprehensive reports.

●Led mechanical, electrical, and optical design teams and optimized key processes to accelerate time to market and deliver significant cost savings.

Program Facilitator – PACEON, Duluth, GA

●Guided and mentored team members in design initiatives, successfully achieving Fiber to the Home (FTTH) mechanical and electronic design objectives.

Hardware Integrity Manager – Nortel Networks, Alpharetta, GA

●Accelerated the design and analysis processes for new cabinet introductions, ensuring timely deployment.

●Conducted testing on Nortel products and validated UL Client Test Data Program, NEBS, and compliance in testing labs.

●Executed in-field cabinet modifications to enhance overall performance.

Education

Bachelor of Science (BS) in Aerospace Engineering University of Alabama – Tuscaloosa, AL

Master of Science (MS) in Mechanical Engineering Georgia Institute of Technology – Atlanta, GA

Licenses & Certifications

Professional Engineer, Alabama PE 11694

Professional Engineer, Georgia PE 17784

Technical Proficiencies

FEA – Ansys Solidworks Autodesk Elmer/CFD – Autodesk SimScale Elmer Flotherm/CAD – Solidworks Alibre

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