Adem Engin Cotur

• Responsible for design, development, and integration of powertrain components, performance systems, and structural elements for off-highway vehicles and passenger cars.
• Contributed to battery development projects, performing tolerance stack-up analysis, technical drawing reviews, and corrective actions.
• Utilized advanced engineering tools including CATIA V5, Creo 7, Siemens Teamcenter, and visualization mockups to support product development and validation.

Patents:

• Urban brake energy recovery system
• Hydroelectric generation concept utilizing centrifugal water drainage
• Axle-Integrated Hydraulic Traction System for Locomotives (in progress)

• Led the Transmission and Powertrain Applications Engineering Department, responsible for hybrid and electrified transmission development programs.
• Managed electrification and powertrain development and system integration activities for on-highway and off-highway vehicle platforms.
• Oversaw end-to-end project execution, including schedule, budget, quality, and resource management.
• Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure alignment between engineering, manufacturing, and program objectives.
• Supported business development activities, including technical input for proposals, customer engagements, and new program acquisition.

North America & Europe MCA Program Lead Engineer. PHEV vehicle powerpack integration Lead. @ Ford Turkey

Powertrain Application Engineering Team Leader / FEV resident powertrain engineers working at Ford @ Fev Turkey

• Performed Design & Release Engineering activities for European and North American vehicle programs, including V362 and V363 platforms.
• Led powertrain mount development activities to meet gateway milestones, ensuring compliance with program timing and technical targets.
• Conducted CAD design, optimization, and design improvement studies to enhance durability, NVH, and package performance.
• Prepared and maintained attribute sheets and technical documentation in alignment with Ford engineering standards.
• Supported V363 Ford Transit Commercial Vehicle – 2020 Model Year programs for USA and Europe, working closely with cross-functional and global teams.

Tactical Wheeled Armored Vehicles

• Led design, integration, and improvement studies for powerpack systems (engine, transmission, transfer case), mount systems, cradle assemblies, fuel systems, and FEAD systems in accordance with military specifications.
• Developed cold start applications, ensuring engine operation at -40°C ambient temperatures.
• Performed 3D part design studies using CATIA V5 and prepared 2D drawings for serial production.
• Designed and prototyped engine & transmission mount brackets, alternator & A/C compressor brackets and pulleys using casting, sheet metal, and machining-from-solid manufacturing methods.
• Key projects:
  Cobra II 4x4 Military Vehicle link
  Arma 6x6 Military Vehicle link
  Arma 8x8 Military Vehicle link

Completed mandatory military service.

• Managed end-to-end product development for suspension systems, coordinating design studies and test applications from concept to serial production.
• Ensured project requirements were met across all development phases, working closely with cross-functional teams.
• Conducted 3D design studies using Pro/ENGINEER (Creo) and supported validation through prototype and testing activities.
• Original Equipment (OE) Projects: Hyundai Matrix, Kia ED, Kia KM, Renault Master
• Aftermarket (AM) Projects: Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V

Technical Tools: Pro/ENGINEER (Creo), Product Testing, Serial Production Support