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Daniel Johnson

Fremont,MI

Summary

Proactive Engineer with solid background in mechanical engineering and hands-on experience in designing and implementing innovative solutions. Successfully led cross-functional teams to develop and optimize mechanical systems. Demonstrated proficiency in project management and problem-solving. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Mechanical Engineer

GHSP
01.2008 - 01.2024
  • Engineering lead supporting program management and global cross functional teams in managing product development activities according to the program timing and cost
  • Compile and analyze all design requirements, packaging, and cost targets for quote
  • Create and present design proposals to the customer for quote
  • Identify and propose design efficiencies to reduce cost, timing, and resources
  • Create and manage engineering development milestones to meet end launch date
  • Engineering lead that coordinated and completed development activities including 3D design, 2D drawings, software simulations (FEA), Tolerance Stack Analysis, test plans
  • Coordinate 3D rapid prototyping build and evaluations
  • Support launch activities including prototype part ordering, inventory, and builds
  • Lead supplier design reviews and project coordination
  • Assist manufacturing & process engineers during prototype and new product launches
  • Supports customer needs and expectations while responding in a timely and effective manner
  • Root cause analysis and implementation of corrective action for design concerns
  • Mentor developing engineers
  • Efficiently worked remote for 5 years

Product Design Test Engineer

BOSCH Powertrain Division
01.2005 - 01.2008
  • Lead design reviews for 3D and 2D powertrain modules
  • Create and maintain customer test timing
  • Coordinate test equipment and schedules to meet project timing and cost
  • Identify and propose test efficiencies to reduce cost, timing, and resources
  • Identify and escalate any test issues
  • Compile and summarize test report
  • Support reviews for design and test improvements

Education

Bachelor of Science - Engineering Mechanics

Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI
04-2005

Skills

  • Product Design Engineering
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Project Management
  • Supplier Management
  • PPAP
  • FMEA
  • ASME Standards
  • ISO Standards
  • Mechanical Design
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Project Quote/Cost Targets
  • Product Improvements
  • Multi-Project Coordination
  • Assessment
  • Implementation
  • GD&T
  • STACK Analysis
  • Material Selection
  • Mechatronic Design Coordination
  • Injection Molding
  • DFMA Evaluation
  • Engineering Mentorship

Accomplishments

  • Lead Engineer for successful launch of following products:

- Internal P-Switch

- 2013 Honda Accord Shifter Assembly

- 2016 Honda Civic Shifter Assembly

- Advanced Development Mechatronic Quote Projects

- (4) Chrysler Shift -By-Wire Assemblies

  • Supporting Engineer for launch of following:

- 2011 Honda Civic Shifter Assembly

- 2018 Honda Accord Shifter Assembly

  • Engineering directors and managers have expressed their appreciation for working efficiently, effectively and resourcefully with minimal supervision

References

Can provide upon request

Software Competencies

  • CATIA
  • Auto-Cad
  • CAD Key
  • Mechanical Advantage
  • FEA
  • Moldflow
  • Microsoft Office Tools
  • TeamCenter
  • Mini-Tab
  • Enovia
  • JIRA
  • SAP

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working

Interests

I enjoy hands-on DIY projects with my home and vehicles I've always liked fixing and making improvements to items I spend lots of time outdoors with my kids and try to get to the gym a few days each week

Timeline

Senior Mechanical Engineer

GHSP
01.2008 - 01.2024

Product Design Test Engineer

BOSCH Powertrain Division
01.2005 - 01.2008

Bachelor of Science - Engineering Mechanics

Western Michigan University

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