Dominique Gonzalez
Summary
Experienced engineering professional with a decade-long background in project management, product development, and design engineering in consumer goods. Proven in leading successful initiatives and cross-functional teams, achieving project goals efficiently. Skilled in cost-saving strategies, resource optimization, and ensuring timely project completion. Proficient in technical consultation, problem-solving, and collaboration, dedicated to delivering top-notch solutions.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Product Development Engineer
Groupe SEB
Parsippany, NJ
11.2019 - 12.2022
- Managed various projects within the USA/Canada Cookware Regional Center, achieving project objectives (cost, quality, time) with a 95% success rate.
- Implemented operational cost-saving strategies, resulting in a 15% reduction in production costs, equating to approximately $500,000 annually.
- Collaborated with global teams to manage and direct product development, ensuring timely execution of project milestones and deliverables.
- Reviewed and approved drawings, ensuring accuracy and compliance with specifications for each product.
Project Manager
Sabert
Sayreville, NJ
03.2016 - 06.2019
- Led new product development initiatives across multiple sales channels, resulting in the successful launch of 12 new products annually.
- Managed project budgets totaling $2 million annually, ensuring on-time and within-budget project completion.
- Coordinated internal and external activities, optimizing resource utilization and ensuring customer commitments were met.
- Conducted postmortem evaluations of all projects, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
Design Engineer
World Wide Packaging
Florham Park, NJ
02.2013 - 03.2016
- Developed complex cosmetic packaging solutions, reducing design cycle time by 20% through the implementation of streamlined processes.
- Maintained regular communication with program managers and team members, resulting in a 30% reduction in project delays.
- Provided technical support to Sales, contributing to a 15% increase in customer satisfaction scores.
- Resolved manufacturing and quality issues, resulting in a 25% reduction in product defects.
Senior Mechanical Product Engineer /Project Manager
Fisher-Price
New York, NY
09.2004 - 01.2013
- Spearheaded technical consultation during conceptual stages, resulting in the successful launch of 8 new products annually.
- Implemented a cost estimation database, improving cost accuracy by 20% and ensuring alignment with target costs.
- Led weekly team meetings, fostering collaboration and driving problem-solving initiatives that reduced design iterations by 15%.
- Managed engineering interns, delegating tasks and enhancing team productivity by 30%.
Education
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Stevens Institute of Technology
Hoboken, NJ05.2010
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Stevens Institute of Technology
Hoboken, NJ05.2004
Skills
- Team Work
- Effective Time Management
- Ability to Multitask
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
- Fast Leaner
- Strong Communication Skills
- Project Management
- Collaboration
- Technical Experience
- Problem Solving
- Adaptability and Learning Agility
Patent
Bica-Winterling; Eva, Gonzalez; Dominique D., Collard; George J., Zhu; Zhenqi, Grogan; Joseph M., Gonter; Rebecca S. 2011. Method and device for the controlled delivery and placement of securing elements in a body. U.S. Patent 8,021,374, filed March 8, 2005 and issued September 20, 2011
Timeline
Product Development Engineer
Groupe SEB
11.2019 - 12.2022
Project Manager
Sabert
03.2016 - 06.2019
Design Engineer
World Wide Packaging
02.2013 - 03.2016
Senior Mechanical Product Engineer /Project Manager
Fisher-Price
09.2004 - 01.2013
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Stevens Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Stevens Institute of Technology