Andrea Lewis
Normal,IL
Summary
Seasoned Change Management professional with nearly 15 years of expertise in engineering change management, process improvement, and gap analysis. Proficient in SAP, Microsoft Office, and Agile and Lean methodologies, with strong capabilities in cost management and program leadership. Aiming to contribute to a dynamic organization by leveraging a diverse skill set to drive impactful change initiatives and enhance operational efficiency. Committed to fostering collaboration and innovation in a challenging Change Management role.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Engineering Change Manager
Rivian
03.2025 - Current
- Lead for Paint sunsets and launches in General Assembly; ensuring minimal risk for Obsolescence and successful implementation.
- Responsible for documentation and development of processes for department; including training, if necessary.
- Lead for supplier resourcing and tool offloads.
- Responsible for Legacy Exteriors and Closures and New Model Exteriors Engineering Changes.
Senior NPI Change Manager
Rivian
09.2023 - 03.2025
- Lead for EDV minor variant Steelhead.
- Core Lighthouse team.
- Coordinates change implementation between multiple departments with minimal impact.
- Manages various projects simultaneously while successfully meeting deadlines through effective multitasking abilities.
- Identified areas for process automation and improvement.
NPI Change Manager
Rivian
02.2023 - 09.2023
- Stepped in to support short-term management needs during period of transition, displaying adaptability and strong leadership skills.
- Gathered, analyzed and complied department metrics to be reported directly to Executive Leadership Team on bi-weekly basis.
- Facilitated meetings with project stakeholders, effectively managing deliverables, schedules and conflict resolutions.
- Played a pivotal role in process review and gap analysis, contributing to team efficiency and productivity.
- Managed, coordinated & implemented engineering changes.
- Contributed significantly to development and continuous improvement of key projects.
- SME for MES/OBOM on EDV team.
- Mentored & trained new employees to ensure smooth integration into core team.
Engineering Change Analyst
Rivian
02.2022 - 02.2023
- Core team that stood up and implemented Lighthouse as a tool to manage Change
- Coordinated and managed Engineering changes for products and their components.
- Coordinate disposal or return of previously applied parts.
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure complex changes are effectively applied on production line.
- Proactively identified and proposed changes to improve process and metrics.
Sr. Analyst, Design Change Coordination
Nissan North America, Inc.
10.2021 - 01.2022
- QX60 Major & Minor Model Team Program Lead - Core functions include program management and coordination of all functions both internally and externally. Responsible for overall program management & functions encompassed within the post-SOP window as well as minor model year lead. Also responsible for reporting at functional, executive & global meetings for milestone, build & readiness status.
- Electronics & Electrical SME for Pathfinder/QX60 team. Provided support when necessary related to design changes and mnemonics.
- U.S. Regional Alliance Connect site coordinator for Web CTS (June 2016 – Jan. 2021).
- Active V-fast facilitator and V-pilot trained.
- Enhanced process efficiency by identifying bottlenecks and implementing targeted improvements.
- Fostered strong relationships with multinational partners, leading to increased trust and cooperation among stakeholders.
Analyst 2, Design Change Coordination
Nissan North America
05.2019 - 09.2021
- Pathfinder and QX60 Minor Model Program Lead (2019-20)
- QX60 Major Model Team Program Lead - Core functions include program management and coordination of all functions both internally and externally. Included preparation of milestone meeting material, placing orders for parts to be placed on trial units, audits of all files and related documents and overall responsibility of program success from DCC perspective.
- G2B Bill of Materials maintenance and audits - Core functions include management & adoption coordination of design changes with PE, PQE, Inventory Control, Purchasing, Suppliers, Design, Manufacturing and other necessary groups (both internal and external).
- Electronics & Electrical tool lead for team - responsible for audits, ensuring accurate adoption of change and management of adoption in new system for parts and internal files.
- V-fast Facilitator.
- Enhanced process efficiency by identifying bottlenecks and implementing targeted improvements.
- Fostered strong relationships with multinational partners, leading to increased trust and cooperation among stakeholders.
Analyst, Design Change Coordination
Nissan North America
02.2015 - 05.2019
- Pathfinder/QX60 Major Model Team.
- Bill of Materials maintenance and audits - Core functions include management & adoption coordination of design changes with PE, PQE, Inventory Control, Purchasing, Suppliers, Design, Manufacturing and other necessary groups (both internal and external).
- Lead for 17.5MY & 18.5MY Rogue minor model year programs.
- New analyst key trainer.
- V-fast Facilitator
- Contributed to development of company-wide project management strategies, resulting in more streamlined processes and increased productivity.
- Improved project efficiency by implementing continuous improvement methodologies and best practices.
- Championed adoption of innovative tools or technologies aimed at streamlining processes or enhancing collaboration among team members.
- Streamlined workflow processes by identifying bottlenecks, resulting in improved productivity across multiple processes.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of various project components.
Analyst, Design Change Coordination
Kelly Services
09.2014 - 02.2015
- Bill of Materials maintenance and audits.
- Managed & coordinated adoption of design changes with PE, PQE, Inventory Control, Purchasing, Design, Manufacturing and suppliers.
- Conducted Floor Coordination meetings bi-weekly and presented on bi-monthly basis in QRQC meetings on Friday.
- Managed co-tables for changes with overseas suppliers.
Cost Planning Coordinator
Shiroki North America
11.2012 - 09.2014
- Evaluated cost and profit for Mid-term plan.
- Calculated and maintained cost for inter-company parts.
- Managed project timelines for successful completion, ensuring milestones were met and deadlines were adhered to.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards and regulations by diligently maintaining accurate documentation of cost estimates.
- Presented detailed reports on potential savings opportunities to stakeholders, contributing positively towards informed decision-making processes concerning resource allocation priorities.
- Reduced project costs by identifying and implementing cost-saving measures in estimation process
- Maintained Master Bill of Materials
- Maintained accurate documentation of completed assemblies, ensuring traceability and compliance with industry standards.
Education
BBA - Finance
Strayer University
Washington, DC06.2014
Some College (No Degree) - Pharmacy (Pre-Pharmacy) / Psychology
Tennessee Technological University
Cookeville, TN12.2001
Skills
- Excels in fast paced & stressful situations
- Strategic Planning
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Program Management
- Change Management Expertise
- Continuous Improvement Strategies
- Adaptive Decision Making
- Lean Six Sigma
- Agile Methodology
Timeline
Staff Engineering Change Manager
Rivian
03.2025 - Current
Senior NPI Change Manager
Rivian
09.2023 - 03.2025
NPI Change Manager
Rivian
02.2023 - 09.2023
Engineering Change Analyst
Rivian
02.2022 - 02.2023
Sr. Analyst, Design Change Coordination
Nissan North America, Inc.
10.2021 - 01.2022
Analyst 2, Design Change Coordination
Nissan North America
05.2019 - 09.2021
Analyst, Design Change Coordination
Nissan North America
02.2015 - 05.2019
Analyst, Design Change Coordination
Kelly Services
09.2014 - 02.2015
Cost Planning Coordinator
Shiroki North America
11.2012 - 09.2014
Some College (No Degree) - Pharmacy (Pre-Pharmacy) / Psychology
Tennessee Technological University
BBA - Finance
Strayer University