CHARLES MONARI
Detroit,MI
Summary
Versatile Product design Engineer with 5-year background designing different products and corresponding manufacturing activities. Polished in building digital models of concepts, testing and creating prototypes and selecting appropriate materials for manufacturing. Proficient in CAD and CAM software. Focused and results-oriented professional possessing strong communication and motivational skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Engineering Supervisor
Pangeamade
Rochester hills, MI
11.2022 - Current
- Supervised Employee and projects to drive best in class operations in finishing & enrichment
- Supported Design & sales for rapid enrichment samples,
- Guided global maintenance team in professional maintenance improvements and supported the innovation team
- Forecasted labor budgeting needs and presented proposals to financial department.
- Led, directed and supervised team of 12 engineers to develop, test, modify and deploy solutions to technical problems.
- Set and managed budgets for capital, expense and cost improvement activities and defined and developed project specifications.
- Incorporated Lean and Six Sigma concepts and initiatives to gain competitive advantage.
- Balanced project priority and business demand and aligned resources to accomplish assignments, projects and continuous improvements.
- Verified product and equipment design, specifications and processes to reduce costs while maintaining product quality and employee safety.
- Coordinated activities with other units of organizations to develop cross-functional strategic plans to enhance company performance.
- Developed cost estimates and project specifications for proposals.
- Participated in formal internal design reviews of proposed products and components.
- Interacted with subject matter experts to develop training material and tools for personnel.
Product Design Engineer
Hilite International
Lake Orion, MI
07.2019 - 11.2022
- Ensured that base-level mechanical, electrical, magnetic, and hydraulic physicswereunderstood,modeled,andvalidatedforproductdesign
- Supported Design of Experiments (DOE) that were necessary to support root-cause analysis
- SupporteddevelopmentofthoroughandaccurateDFMEAthatisprepared and updated per APQP process
- Supporteddesign teamin preparation of design reviewdocuments
- Worked with the testing group to insure the proper execution of the DVP&R
- Supportedteamto meet all(APQP)engineering deliverables
- Worked effectively with Program Management and program team to execute program on time
- Drafted clear technical documentation, detailing product design specifications
- Testedcompletedprojectsforfunctionalityandimplementedchangesto production methods to rectify issues in final products
- Created designs at minimal costs using high-volume manufacturing processes and careful material selection
- Identified new ideas, products, and/or features that improved customer satisfaction,reducedcostsandkeptproductlinesforefrontofindustry
- Ledcontinuousimprovementsinengineering,resultinginclearerproduct design standards, better manufacturability, and reduced engineering cycle
- Willing to relocate: Anywhere,
- Authorized to work inthe US forany
Validation Engineer
Tianahai electric
Pontiac, MI
02.2020 - 10.2020
- Worked with customer validation engineers (Ford,GM) and TENA design responsibleengineers(DREs)todevelopandgetsign-offonbothcomponent and finished goods test plans
- Developedandexecutedplantoaddin-housetestingcapability,including facilities,staffing, processes, methods, andtools/equipment
- LeadtestingandvalidationforGMT1XXprogram(LD,HD,&SUV)onvariety of products: Wire Harnesses, Terminals, Connectors, Splices, and Heater Cords
- Reviewandoptimizecrimpingandultrasonictoolingdesignandprocesses parameters to ensure quality of applications
- Develop,monitor,and confirmcompletionof ADVP&Rplans and test schedulesduringvalidationmilestones(VTC,VDC)onDV&PVphases
- Analyze test data under industry standards such as USCAR 21, USCAR 45,
- GMW17136, GMW3191, and GMW3172
- Developed and controlled test plans, processes, and procedures from TKO until completion of required testing
- Work with remote and offshore (China) validation test teams
- Documented entire validation process, noting changes or alterations completed
- Participated in system design and commissioning phase, interfacing directly withclientstoascertainclear,concisemilestonesforintegrationinto development timelines
- Generated validation plans for various projects, setting specific temporal and budgetary goals for development and delivery
- Collaborated with developers and project managers to assess program capabilities, features, and testing demands
- Completeddifferenttestsundertightdeadlinestomeetclientdemandsand project timelines
- Drovecorrectiveandpreventiveactionsatleadershipleveltoaccomplish project closure and recurrence control, providing necessary resources and clearing roadblocks
- Produced and maintained consistent technical documentation using Pex
- Software
- Developed validation master plans, process flow diagrams, and standard operating procedures.
- Documented entire validation process, noting changes or alterations completed.
- Trained and assisted staff in validation techniques, methods and testing processes.
Design Engineer
Rosler Metal Finishing
Battle Creek, MI
05.2018 - 05.2019
- Roleinvolveddesignofsurfacefinishmachinesbycreatingmanufacturing drawingsand3DmodelsusingCADsoftware,writingtestassembly procedures, validating design concepts, and specifying Quality/ inspection plans, welding, and material requirement
- Also providing technical support to assembly/test teams and customer's technical queries
- Managed (leading team of 3 engineers) program development of gamma wheels for shot blasting, designing single 100%
- Identifiedandimplementedcostreductionprojectcontributingtoannual cost reduction goal of $1 M
- Evaluated designs, materials, and manufacturing options to simplify and standardize parts and increase
- Performedprocesscapabilityandusedrootcauseanalysistooltoimprove designsanddefine process improvementplans toreducecostofquality
- Estimatedquantitiesandcostofmaterials,equipment,andlaborto determine projectfeasibility
- Obtained vendor input during projects requiring third-partysuppliers, helpingto support cohesive operations and development
- Participatedinfeasibilityandpracticalityroundtablestodeterminepotential
- ROI of new project proposals
- Created CAD drawings using AutoCAD to convey manufacturing and production configurations.
Design/Test Engineer
EATON Cooperation
Jackson, MI
01.2015 - 12.2017
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary engineering teams to design structural modifications and fixtures for testing
- Used3DCADmodelingtoolstodesignpartsandimprovesystemsmeeting
- FAA standards
- Created drawings, instructions, specifications and documentation on equipment, devices and parts
- Analyzed project proposals and engineering data regarding aeronautical products and aviation structures to determine feasibility, production time and costs
- Ensurealldesignswhentestingwillmeetallgovernmentregulations, performance standards and customer preferences
- ProvidedTechnicalsupportThroughTestingofselectedmaterial
- PerformedQualification,MaterialEvaluationandLotAcceptanceTestof various samples
- Reviewed, evaluatedandidentifiedrequirements for testability
- Created comprehensive test plans, test scripts and use cases to support testing objectives
- Trainedtesttechniciansandoperatorsontesthardwareandsoftware
- Analyzed test results and prepared system-level evaluation reports to verify and validate system performance
- Engagedinternalandexternalcustomersduringplanningandtestphases and interfaced with assigned project managers to comply with entry criteria
- Establishedfunctionalandtechnicalspecifications andstandards
- Composedandeditedworkinstructionsforqualityandtestprocedures.
Project Engineer
Strikowestofen America
Zeeland, MI
02.2016 - 06.2016
- Monitoredinstallationofmaterialsandequipmentforcompliancewith drawings andspecifications
- Completed daily construction tasks while providing safe working conditions, staying on budget and meeting project deadlines
- Determined and scheduled priorities as required to progress engineering work
- Reviewedprogresscontrolsforprojectqualityassurance,healthandsafety
- Oversawproductionprocessesandproduction/deliveryschedules
- Participated in quoting process for new projects
- Reviewed project documentation and ensured information is correct, availableand disseminatedforprojects and production
- Preparedbuildschedulesandcreated/updatedBillsofMaterialsfor production
- PreparedRFQsandtracksupplierdeliveriestoensureallproduction materials are available on time
- Monitored internal production schedules and ensure delivery targets are met
- Monitoredprojectcosts againstproductionstandardsandprojectbudgets
- Ensurehumanandmaterialresourcesareavailabletomeetschedulesand production requirements
Design/Test Engineer
Bendix Spicer Foundation Brake LLC
Kalamazoo, MI
01.2014 - 07.2014
- DesignedandCoordinatedbuildofTestEquipmentthatwasintegralto performing requiredtest
- Heavyvehiclebrakingtesting,includingdataacquisitionandanalysisaswell as subjective evaluations
- Managedallprojectsassignedincludingschedulingresources, selectionof transducers, developing channel sheets, reviews and ensuring calibrations of alltransducersarecurrent,sets-updataacquisitionprograms,etc
- WorkedwithengineeringDepartmenttoestablishteststandardsand performance criteria for existing products and products under development
- Performedtestinglikevibrationandsolvedfieldissuesandcoordinatedwith design teams forresolution
Education
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Western Michigan University
08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Aeronautical Engineering
Western Michigan University
08.2013
Master of Science - Engineering Management
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI 2021.01 - Current
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Failure Analysis
- Project Management
- Team Motivation
- Project Deadlines
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeTimeline
Engineering Supervisor
Pangeamade
11.2022 - Current
Master of Science - Engineering Management
Western Michigan University
2021.01 - Current
Validation Engineer
Tianahai electric
02.2020 - 10.2020
Product Design Engineer
Hilite International
07.2019 - 11.2022
Design Engineer
Rosler Metal Finishing
05.2018 - 05.2019
Project Engineer
Strikowestofen America
02.2016 - 06.2016
Design/Test Engineer
EATON Cooperation
01.2015 - 12.2017
Design/Test Engineer
Bendix Spicer Foundation Brake LLC
01.2014 - 07.2014
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Western Michigan University
Bachelor of Science - Aeronautical Engineering
Western Michigan University
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