CORY CARLSON
Knoxville,TN
Summary
Highly-qualified Engineering Project Manager adept at collaborating with customers, team members and outside departments to complete work within deadlines and budget constraints. Expertise includes controlling costs, improving quality and building cohesive teams focused on performance. Additional experience in data analytics, data integration/visualization, and optimization of
manufacturing processes based on data reporting.
Currently pursuing MBA education.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Engineering Project Manager
DENSO
Maryville, TN
01.2022 - Current
- Overseeing three $7M+ new production line launches for new automatic electronic controller modules
- Influencing large capital projects with deep engineering understanding and project management skills
- Managing extensive portfolio of projects to support teams, report progress and influence positive outcomes for key stakeholders.
- Developing new risk analysis practices to streamline communication from engineering level to top management.
Production Engineer
DENSO
Maryville, TN
05.2017 - 01.2022
- Conducted the localization of the electronic stability and advanced hydro booster controllers through $5M+ of custom manufacturing equipment acquisitions internationally
- Coordinated with machine suppliers in France, Holland, England, and Japan to design and deliver new manufacturing technology and performed successful on-site acceptance tests
- Supervised entire production process and prepared proper documentation for dispatch.
- Performed root cause analysis and implemented corrective actions.
- Provided technical guidance, peer review and mentorship to junior engineers engaged in building system designs.
Process Improvement Engineering Co-Op
Shaw
Dalton, GA
08.2015 - 12.2015
- Drove continuous improvement using process/system reports, observations, time studies, and other lean principles & methods
- Supported multiple process improvement activities that resulted in annual cost savings and waste reduction
- Co-lead Plant 81 Ergo Team 2015.
Engineering Intern
Backer-Springfield
Murfreesboro, TN
05.2015 - 08.2015
- Assisted with engineering calculations, design drawings, preliminary cost estimates and field visits to observe construction progress.
- Assisted with project research, field work and preliminary design calculations and analysis.
Engineering Intern
Unipres USA Incorporated
Portland, TN
05.2014 - 08.2014
- Supported various engineering tasks with intention of developing technical, social and ethical skills.
- Collaborated with senior engineers on projects and offered insight.
- Monitored and processed information for regulatory compliance.
Education
MBA -
Carson-Newman University
Jefferson City, TN05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Manufacturing Engineering & Technology
Tennessee Technological University
Cookeville, TN05.2017
Skills
- Project Management
- Risk Management
- Lean Manufacturing
- Operational Efficiency
- Process Capability
- Data Integration
- Machine Design
- Feasibility Studies
Timeline
Senior Engineering Project Manager
DENSO
01.2022 - Current
Production Engineer
DENSO
05.2017 - 01.2022
Process Improvement Engineering Co-Op
Shaw
08.2015 - 12.2015
Engineering Intern
Backer-Springfield
05.2015 - 08.2015
Engineering Intern
Unipres USA Incorporated
05.2014 - 08.2014
MBA -
Carson-Newman University
Bachelor of Science - Manufacturing Engineering & Technology
Tennessee Technological University
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