Jeffrey Adelmann
Livonia,MI
Summary
Dynamic Senior Design Engineer with extensive experience specializing in innovative product development and 3D modeling using Catia V5. Proven track record in mentoring teams and delivering high-quality designs under tight deadlines. Expertise in GD&T and collaborative problem-solving drives successful project outcomes.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Product Design Engineer
Somic America
Novi, Michigan
06.2024 - 10.2025
- Designed innovative solutions addressing complex engineering challenges, enhancing project outcomes.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define project requirements.
- Mentored junior engineers on best practices and design methodologies.
- Conducted feasibility studies for new product development initiatives, informing design decisions.
- Created 3D models, assemblies, and drawings to support design projects, facilitating effective communication and collaboration.
Senior Product Designer
Advanced Vehicle Technologies
Farmington Hills, Michigan
03.2017 - 10.2023
- Produced rapid prototypes using Catia V5 Provided benchmarking data to support several chassis architectures to drive design for competitive vehicles.
- Designed and packaged EDU units and powertrain components, including CV shafts, steering systems, and chassis systems.
- Managed multiple projects effectively in a demanding environment with tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated self-motivation by taking initiative in tasks and projects.
- Adapted quickly to fast-paced work environments, ensuring productivity.
- Converted project specifications into detailed drawings and materials for product development.
- Projects such as: Karma Automotive, SF Motors, INDI-EV, Nikola Motor Company and ReCar Automotive
Senior Product Designer
Changan US Reasearch & Developemnet
Plymouth, Michigan
07.2013 - 03.2016
- Produced rapid prototypes using Catia V5 to accelerate product development.
- Collaborated with engineers to design and launch innovative products.
- Developed fixturing to benchmark competitive suspension bushings and components to be measured and collect data.
- Developed tooling and fixturing for shock dyno measurement to enhance benchmarking accuracy.
Senior Product Designer
Admiral Tool & Manufacturing
Livonia, Michigan
04.2005 - 07.2013
- Led design projects for innovative automotive features and user interfaces.
- Conducted user research to gather insights and improve product usability.
- Designed and developed steering columns, components, assembly fixtures, and functional tools and gauges for programs, including DR tilt and shift mechanisms, CD steering column and intermediate shafts, RS/CS tilt mechanisms, and GMX 320 steering column, enhancing product functionality.
- Produced rapid prototypes with Catia V4 V5 and NX, accelerating design validation process.
Product Designer
Visteon Corporation
Dearborn, Michigan
06.2003 - 08.2005
- Converted project specifications into detailed drawings and materials for product development.
- Designed and developed specifications for S197 rear coil springs, stabilizer bars, U222 front and rear stabilizer bar, and Zantos Active suspension control module.
- Produced detailed production drawings using IDEAS-C3P for manufacturing use.
Product Designer
ZF Group NAO
Plymouth, Michigan
01.1997 - 04.2002
- Senior Product Designer: Accomplished pre-program design and development for following programs. ( DEW 98 complete suspension, U152 steering system, VN127, U222 and EN/FN 145 steering assemblies, NG 137 chassis components and D219 pre-program for Ford Motor Co.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define product requirements and specifications.
- Developed rapid prototypes using Ideas-C3P and Catia V4 and V5 to facilitate design validation.
Education
Indusrial Drafting Technology - Industrial And Product Design
Henry Ford College
Dearborn, MI05.1991
Skills
Product Design
- 3D modeling
- Catia V4 and V5
- GD&T expertise
- Kinematics expertise
- Design Process
- Product development
- Benchmarking data
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Senior Product Design Engineer
Somic America
06.2024 - 10.2025
Senior Product Designer
Advanced Vehicle Technologies
03.2017 - 10.2023
Senior Product Designer
Changan US Reasearch & Developemnet
07.2013 - 03.2016
Senior Product Designer
Admiral Tool & Manufacturing
04.2005 - 07.2013
Product Designer
Visteon Corporation
06.2003 - 08.2005
Product Designer
ZF Group NAO
01.1997 - 04.2002
Indusrial Drafting Technology - Industrial And Product Design
Henry Ford College