Electrical Engineer

M A H E R Z I B D A W I

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Windsor, Ontario Nationality: Canadian

Home: +1-519-***-**** E-MAIL: ********@****.***

Cell: +1-519-***-****

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

 Designed and Launched Electronic modules such as the BCM, DCM, RDCM and GPM.

 Lead Engineer for camera based technology for the automotive. Used Canalyzer tool to diagnose and trouble shoot electrical issues. Updated software parameters per customer specifications.

 Strong background in applications and system requirements. Experienced with transformer design.

 Diagnosed software issues using J1708 and J1939 CAN network and was responsible for short and longterm solutions

 Detail-oriented and diligent electrical engineer with a strong background coordinating and driving projects to on-time, under-budget completion.

 Proven ability to identify and implement improvements to optimize efficiency, increase customer satisfaction and reduce costs.

 Offer excellent teamwork, leadership, communication and problem-solving skills as well as valuable experience in design and release, program management and troubleshooting.

 Highly effective in coordinating product development activities using a global resource pool to successfully meet the customer’s quality and launch targets.

 Experience managing cross-functional multi-location team of engineers in Japan, Germany and Mexico.

 Experienced in achieving improvements in cost targets by managing engineers, suppliers and manufacturing plants to implement design and profit changes

CAREER PROFILE

NAVISTAR – Fortwayne, IN

Jan 2009 – Dec 2009

LEAD SYSTEM ENGINEER

 Lead on the Electrical system design for the Export Bus side,turn, fog lamp and reverse lamp.

 Design and development of electronic control systems. This includes controls software, modules, sensors, Instrument cluster and actuators with focus on vehicle features.

 Evaluated, selected, and applied standard engineering techniques and criteria and utilized judgment in making adoptions and modifications

 Investigated technologies & Performed component benchmarking

 Created harness drawing and developed harnesses for vehicle prototypes

 Modified software strategies.

 Prepared hardware component requirement specifications.

 Prepared control strategy/software requirement specification.

 Prepared and released component 2D Drawings & 3D Models with assistance from suppliers and company CAD resource.

MAGNASTEYR (FORD) – Dearborn, Michigan

July 2006 – Dec 2008

LEAD ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

Joined this global provider of state-of-the-art engineering services and test and instrumentation products to provide Ford with packaging, design and electrical direction. Scope of responsibility includes GPM, Instrument Cluster and RDCM design and development, Dyno lab test development and support, on board diagnostic issues, vehicle architecture and wiring diagram updates. Resolve product line issues related to GPM and BCM. Tasked as F150/F350/F650/F750 and Econoline Powertrain SMPT Electrical Lead Engineer.

 Enabled $13 million savings over four years by recommending improvements to design, materials, tooling and electrical components such as a modification to reduce EMC immunity radiation.

 Worked on side/turn lamp/fog lamp and reverse lamp wiring , was also responsible for the design and release.

 Honored with an outstanding achievement award for leading successful on-time and under-budget implementation and launch of RDCM (Reductant Dosing Control Module), BCM and Instrument Cluster into F150, F350 and Econoline vehicles.

 Ensured timely and successful launch of above modules by developing performance spec, quote package, FMEA and DVP&R.

 Successfully resolved EMC issues and resistive short and hard short issues through testing and diagnostics of GPM, RDCM and BCM.

 Proactively identify and implemented improvements such as different materials for reduced costs, new designs to lower tooling costs and module weight and use of USCAR compliant connectors to decrease warranty costs.

 I worked on creating layout for the test equipment for the Body controller module and Diesel Controller module, I was responsible for analyzing the test results and suggesting short and long term resolutions.

HELLA NORTH AMERICA – Southfield, Michigan

May 2003 – June 2006

LEAD ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

Brought on to provide engineering direction on adaptive cruise control and diesel controller mechanisms for this premier supplier of advanced lighting and electronic technologies. Coordinated meetings between Hella and DCX, provided hardware change requirements, reviewed vehicle architecture, resolved issues and managed three designers and a supplier resident engineer.

 Played key role in successful launch of Magnum and Charger vehicles by providing integral support during all phases to ensure customer satisfaction and achieve budget and schedule goals; efforts led to outstanding performance award.

 Produced $500,000 savings over three years by enhancing design through improved PCB board layout, vehicle interface wiring layout and other initiatives such as use of zeners, diodes and resisters for optimal performance.

 Credited with developing the DVP&R and FMEA, creating performance specs and quote packages and efficiently resolving issues.

 Led release of the Adaptive Cruise Control, overseeing diagnostics and testing to institute modifications for improved performance and customer satisfaction.

PANASONIC – Southfield, Michigan

April 1998 – April 2003

LEAD ELECTRICAL/PROJECT ENGINEER

Directed all design and electrical aspects of the rear view camera and slip control module on behalf of this leading electronics manufacturer as well as LED CHMSL. Oversaw four designers, coordinated processing of hardware change requests, led design review meetings and approved change control issues. Collaborated with supplier to resolve issues and provide engineering guidance. Provided regular updates to chief engineer.

 Headed successful under-budget launch of rear view camera and slip control module products on SUV and UUV vehicles; resolved all display and functionality issues to ensure customer satisfaction.

 Surpassed expectations by eliminating EMC noise and vibration issues of the rear view camera in addition to implementing a heating element to melt snow for enhanced visibility and adding reference lines to inform on object proximity.

 Optimized visibility by adjusting camera angle through ride evaluation, customer feedback and collaboration with GM.

 Responsible for the packaging, DVP&R, FMEA, Testing, and component tech spec for the LED CHMSL

 Involved in growing the Panasonic business for the CHMSL and ACC

EDUCATION

UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX ONLINE

Master of Business Administration Degree; 2008

UNIVERSITY OF ALBERTA

Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering, 1998

TECHNICAL SKILLS

WERS

UG

CATIA

Digital Buck

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

GMLAN Diagnosis & Troubleshooting P Diagram/ 8Ds and Robustness demonstration

CANALIZER

CAT-Tool

Module Software Troubleshooting over GMLAN

Module Test Development & Verification

Electrical Module and Instrument Cluster

Wiring Design & Release

Instrumentation/Electro-mechanical Device

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