James P Piatkowski
Rochester Hills
Summary
Highly skilled and degreed Electrical Engineer with a strong background in program management, system operation/validation, and customer relations within the SE Michigan Automotive Industry. Proven track record of successfully managing programs in this industry. Exceptional problem-solving abilities in fast-paced and high-pressure environments. Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills. Adaptable technical professional who is quick to learn and embraces new challenges.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Resident Engineer
Robert Bosch LLC, GM Warren Tech Center
10.2011 - Current
- Currently responsible for supporting the release of a China Premium Import Perfectly Keyless (PK) system for the Cadillac Celestiq and Cadillac Escalade
- Previous assignments included a Virtual Cockpit Unit (VCU), C4B Digital Cluster and Human Machine Interface (HMI) module
- Experienced at generating and flashing calibrations
- Proficient at capturing and analyzing GMLAN serial data and flashing module software
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams within Robert Bosch LLC and GM
- Working knowledge of GM Programming and Diagnostic tools
- Experienced in component packing and vehicle system integration
- Successful launches of multiple products at GM
- Support Math data and drawing submissions
- Support logistics and part deliveries
Design Release Engineer
GM Warren Tech Center
01.2001 - 10.2011
- Responsible for Design/Releases of Rear Seatback video screen
- Responsible for Design/Release of SDARS systems for multiple GM platforms
- Proficient at capturing and analyzing GMLAN and Class 2 serial data
- Experienced in component packing and vehicle system integration
- Able to reflash and update module software
- Lead the customer XM PDT meetings
- Review and release XM manuals and literature
- Review technical content of GM vehicle Owner’s Manuals
- Maintain the XM Component and Diagnostic Specifications
- Conducting Product Peer Reviews
- Support Launch activities at GM Assembly Plants
- Validation of SDARS design changes
- Familiar with bracket design and best practices
- Versed in all GM databases and applications including E2, VIS, APM, PRTS, ESIMS, GDM
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Lawrence Technological University
Southfield, MI1992
Skills
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Project management
- Engineering change management
- Critical thinking
Accomplishments
- Class 2 and GMLAN skill set matrix, Audio Resident training, 5-Why Analysis/Fishbone, 5-Phase Corrective Action, Integrated Circuit Familiarity, System Common Process, PIMREP, Effective Problem Solving, EMC Compatibility, GMLAN
Certification
- S-CAT, Systems Testing Fundamentals, Audio Listening Fundamentals
- SE-1 Certification
Timeline
Senior Resident Engineer
Robert Bosch LLC, GM Warren Tech Center
10.2011 - Current
Design Release Engineer
GM Warren Tech Center
01.2001 - 10.2011
- S-CAT, Systems Testing Fundamentals, Audio Listening Fundamentals
- SE-1 Certification
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Lawrence Technological University
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