Edward Weiland
Swartz Creek,MI
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with a proven track record at General Motors, excelling in high-pressure environments. Recognized for exceptional troubleshooting skills and a commitment to data integrity, consistently surpassing testing quotas. Strong leadership and collaboration abilities foster interdepartmental support, enhancing team performance and operational excellence.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Full Vehicle Crash Lab Technician
General Motors
06.2023 - Current
- Install, secure, and verify specialized instrumentation to prepare vehicles for impact testing
- Respond rapidly to evolving test requirements, performing real-time diagnostics and repairs
- Consistently meet or exceed installation benchmarks through strong time-management and prioritization
- Ensure accuracy and reliability of test data by validating setups and correcting performance issues promptly
- Track quality metrics and maintain ownership of the BPD board to ensure compliance and visibility
- Provide proactive support to other teams during delays or high-demand periods
Suppression Lab Technician
General Motors
01.2025 - 09.2025
- Selected as one of two second-shift volunteers for child car seat safety and compliance testing
- Coordinated effectively with lab and FVCL management to ensure seamless transition between testing roles
- Recognized team performance and individual contributions using the GM Recognition Platform
- Consistently exceeded shift testing performance expectations
- Engaged and coordinated with external volunteers during live testing events
Emissions Technician
General Motors (via Kelly Services & Jacobs Tech)
09.2016 - 06.2023
- Conducted emissions, environmental, altitude, developmental, and certification testing with consistently high accuracy
- Maintained near-perfect driving and test performance metrics; regularly exceeded daily and shift productivity targets
- Selected as a trusted test driver by engineers based on reliability, technical skill, and attention to detail
- Served as primary manual-transmission driver on midnight shift during high-volume testing operations
- Collaborated directly with engineers to identify, document, and resolve test anomalies
- Trained, mentored, and supported new hires and shadowing technicians to enhance team performance
- Recognized for strong communication, effective time management, and ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Infantry Section Leader
United State Marine Corps
10.2005 - 10.2013
- Led a 12-person infantry machine-gun section during operational deployments, ensuring mission execution and team safety
- Trained, mentored, and evaluated Marines to maintain high levels of readiness, discipline, and performance
- Recognized with multiple awards for exemplary leadership, accountability, and operational excellence
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH12-2026
Skills
- High-pressure decision-making
- Discipline, accountability, and teamwork
- Interdepartmental support across multiple facilities
- Cross-functional collaboration with engineers and lab managers
- Deadline-driven work execution
- Consistent achievement/exceedance of testing and installation quotas
- Shift prioritization and workload balancing
- Test setup validation and data integrity assurance
- Real-time troubleshooting and mechanical repair
Accomplishments
- Recipient of the Jacobs Technology Top Achiever Award (2019) in recognition of exceptional performance, teamwork, and dedication to project success
- Meritoriously promoted to Corporal while serving overseas, demonstrating exceptional leadership, initiative, and mission performance
Timeline
Suppression Lab Technician
General Motors
01.2025 - 09.2025
Full Vehicle Crash Lab Technician
General Motors
06.2023 - Current
Emissions Technician
General Motors (via Kelly Services & Jacobs Tech)
09.2016 - 06.2023
Infantry Section Leader
United State Marine Corps
10.2005 - 10.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Southern New Hampshire University