DONALD MARX
New Baltimore,MI
Summary
Lead Design Engineer with extensive experience working for OEM and Tier 1 suppliers in the automotive industry. Strong organizational, planning and problem solving skills with a focus on meeting deadlines while doing quality work. Proven ability to take on multiple assignments and continue to meet deadlines and deliver product designs that meet customer requirements. Thrives working in team environment. Proficient in Catia V4 & V5 and NX UG V7.5.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Designer - HVAC/Chassis Group
General Motors
01.2014 - 10.2025
- Responsible for the design of upper radiator mounting brackets (steel and plastic) and several under hood bracket that secured various components.
- I use Mold Flow and Advanced Sim to check the integrity of my designs.
- I have also managed under hood plumbing, overhead ducts, battery ducts, brake ducts and fan brackets.
- I have also taken on extra responsibilities which include lead mentor for summer interns.
- Worked on multiple programs at once while having the ability to meet design timing requirements.
- OEM
Senior Designer - Powertrain Cooling
MAHLE BEHR AMERICA
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Responsible for providing design support and delegating work to design team in Mahle Behr India.
- Ensure the design work is correct and meets Mahle Behr specifications.
- Proactively approaches problems and drives problem resolutions.
- Ability to work on multiple programs efficiently.
- Support customer, vehicle packaging teams, tooling engineers and suppliers.
- Define, maintain and release engineering product data in internal and customer PLM system.
- Ability to work on multiple programs efficiently while meeting customer deadlines.
- Working knowledge of GD&T.
- Proficient on Catia V5 and NX UG V7.5.
- Tier One automotive supplier of HVAC systems
Senior Designer
EDAG, INC.
01.2009 - 01.2013
- Worked on the Fisker Automotive Program (Hybrid Electric Vehicle).
- Was responsible for design and development of all Ducts and Shrouds and packaging of under hood components.
- Was responsible for releasing parts in Smarteam and distributing data to suppliers.
- Traveled to Irvine, CA as needed to support design issues.
- Worked on Navistar Treadstone Bus Program.
- Was responsible for the design of HVAC ducts and interior trim.
- Worked on the United Street Car Program.
- Was responsible for the design and packaging of interior components and seating.
- Worked on the Coda Electric Car Program.
- Was responsible for the body structure design of the vehicle.
- Was contracted out to Honda Research and Development in Raymond, Ohio.
- Worked in the Chassis Group.
- Was responsible for the design of front and rear engine mounts (stampings and castings).
- Worked on the Via Hybrid Electric Truck Program.
- Was responsible for the body structure design of the vehicle.
- Supported prototype build issues.
- Proficient on Catia V5 and NX UG V7.5.
- Tier One Automotive Supplier
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate feedback and improve design outcomes.
Senior Designer - HVAC
BEHR AMERICA
01.2002 - 01.2008
- Responsible for the design and development of multiple HVAC programs using Catia V5.
- Led a very successful launch of the front HVAC program by maintaining continuous communication with customer and resolving any issues prior to launch.
- Met with customer and identified needs early in program, followed through with design reviews that resulted in minimal engineering design changes and saved design costs.
Improved data creation and organization by developing a Catia V5 forum for designers that met on a biweekly basis. - Attended weekly design reviews with the customer to determine any concerns which resulted in modifications to current design.
- Made changes to designs to support internal prototype fabrication and production runs that eliminated design issues.
- Organized internal data through use of EDM (Electronic Data Management) that ensured integrity of parts globally.
- Tier One automotive supplier of HVAC systems. Tier One automotive supplier of HVAC systems
Senior Designer
MAGNA/DECOMA
01.2001 - 01.2002
- Led the design of the 2004 PT Cruiser lower front grille.
- Used Catia V4 Surfacing software.
- Ensured customer satisfaction by creating innovative design for chrome strips on the front grille while continuing to meet deadlines in a tight time frame.
- Worldwide supplier of a full range of exterior automotive parts.
Senior Designer
LEAR CORPORATION
01.2000 - 01.2001
- Led the design of the 2004 Durango seat frames and mechanisms.
- Achieved cost reduction by analyzing and lowering the weights of the seat frames, foam pads and mechanisms.
- World's largest supplier of automotive interior systems and components.
Senior Designer
ROBERT BOSCH CORPORATION
01.1998 - 01.2000
- Program manager for the design of the Oldsmobile Aurora headlamps and the Nissan Frontier fog lamps.
- Managed program with customer for prototype and production build which insured customer timelines and requirements were met improving customer satisfaction.
- Supplier of automotive exterior lighting systems.
Team Leader
GRAND DESIGN, INC.
01.1997 - 01.1998
- Managed a group of 6 employees by mentoring personal growth which increased quality of work while maintaining harmony in the group.
- Successfully implemented processes and procedures to increase productivity.
- Automation, process and control in spot welding of automotive exterior panels.
Senior Designer- HVAC Underhood
GENERAL MOTORS
01.1991 - 01.1997
- (contracted by Megatech Engineering)
Education
Associates Applied Science - Auto Body Design
Macomb Community College
Warren, MISkills
- Proficient in UG NX
- Experienced with Catia V5 software
- GD&T
Affiliations
- New Baltimore Lions Club
- New Baltimore Civic Club
- New Baltimore Bayarama Club
Timeline
Senior Designer - HVAC/Chassis Group
General Motors
01.2014 - 10.2025
Senior Designer - Powertrain Cooling
MAHLE BEHR AMERICA
01.2013 - 01.2014
Senior Designer
EDAG, INC.
01.2009 - 01.2013
Senior Designer - HVAC
BEHR AMERICA
01.2002 - 01.2008
Senior Designer
MAGNA/DECOMA
01.2001 - 01.2002
Senior Designer
LEAR CORPORATION
01.2000 - 01.2001
Senior Designer
ROBERT BOSCH CORPORATION
01.1998 - 01.2000
Team Leader
GRAND DESIGN, INC.
01.1997 - 01.1998
Senior Designer- HVAC Underhood
GENERAL MOTORS
01.1991 - 01.1997
Associates Applied Science - Auto Body Design
Macomb Community College
Phone - Cellular
586-907-8712