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Jean Pierre Nkama

Summary

Results-driven Engineering Management professional with over four years of experience in product design and process optimization, with a proven ability to lead cross-functional teams to reduce costs, enhance product quality, and deliver projects on time and within budget. Proficient in communicating with stakeholders and adapting quickly to shifting priorities to maintain project momentum and align outcomes with business objectives.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Engineering Manager

Solis Power
02.2024 - Current
  • Serve as a liaison between engineering, manufacturing, and customer project leads
  • Manage and support the planning, designing, and overseeing of Solis Power renewable energy projects, as well as manage budgets and supervise one or more engineering teams
  • Plan, direct, and coordinate the activities of the maintenance, tooling, and engineering departments, facilitate efficient manufacturing operations across the organization
  • Cultivate and develop relationships with Solis Power Vice Presidents and Manufacturing leaders to maintain organization fluidity and coordination of manufacturing capacity and capabilities
  • Provide technical guidance on essential regional fabricators that may support projects
  • Co-develop management digital tools to support operational efficiencies, proposal development, and project tracking

Product Design Engineer

Douglas Dynamics
08.2018 - 05.2019
  • Demonstrated expertise in utilizing various tools such as 3P, 5S, DFMEA, PFMEA, and Kaizen events to optimize operations, reduce waste, and introduce new products
  • Produced detailed product and fixture drawings, meticulously verified product tolerances and clearances, and ensured compliance with company standards
  • Ensured all new designs and processes surpass company/customer expectations for safety, quality, performance, reliability, manufacturability, and cost-effectiveness
  • Led teams of technicians throughout the building process of engineering designs, managed project budgets for successful completion
  • Prepared and maintained detailed engineering reports, test reports, and development plans
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams, provided engineering expertise to drive product quality improvement, error-proofing of processes, and productivity enhancements while reducing costs

Industrial Engineer (international internship)

Société Forestière du Mayombe (SOFORMA)
06.2016 - 08.2016
  • Conducted comprehensive mechanical validation testing on products and equipment, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards

Education

Master of Science - Engineering Management

Florida International University
Miami, FL
07.2023

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Florida International University
Miami, FL
05.2018

Skills

  • Project management
  • Strategic planning & operational alignment
  • Performance improvement & continuous improvement (Lean methodologies)
  • Process optimization & waste reduction (Lean manufacturing certification)
  • Statistical analysis & quality control (Minitab)
  • ERP operations & materials management (SAP)
  • CAD design & product development (SolidWorks)
  • Advanced Microsoft Office: Excel modeling & PowerPoint presentations
  • Creative problem solving & innovation
  • Strong written and verbal communication

Timeline

Engineering Manager

Solis Power
02.2024 - Current

Product Design Engineer

Douglas Dynamics
08.2018 - 05.2019

Industrial Engineer (international internship)

Société Forestière du Mayombe (SOFORMA)
06.2016 - 08.2016

Master of Science - Engineering Management

Florida International University

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Florida International University

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