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Kareem Emmanuel Garcia Valdez

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Summary

Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Chassis Hardware Integration

Ford Motor Company
Hermosillo, Mexico
10.2025 - Current
  • Facilitated underbody engineering transition to enhance collaboration between Ford of Australia and Ford North America, promoting effective communication and workflow.
  • Facilitated creation of foundational engineering concepts for critical components such as suspension, brakes and steering systems.
  • Served as primary liaison between engineering and project management to enhance communication and ensure clarity of project requirements for engineering execution.

Bronco / Ranger Powertrain Integration Engineer

Ford Motor Company
Wayne, Michigan
12.2023 - 10.2025
  • Led diagnostics initiatives to identify powertrain and electrical issues, utilizing CAN/OBD data collection for enhanced vehicle performance.
  • Managed troubleshooting of powertrain an electrical issues in prototype builds, focusing on safety and quality to achieve program testing objectives.
  • Managed relationships with national and international suppliers to guarantee punctual shipping of powertrain parts for prototype build schedules.
  • Successfully launched the 25 and 25.5MY Model Year Bronco and Ranger implementing a new engine to comply with Super Ultra Low Emissions Vehicle (SULEV) standards.

Ranger Powertrain and Chassis Integration Engineer

Ford Motor Company
Wayne, Michigan
07.2022 - 12.2023
  • Successfully launched 24MY Ranger in Michigan Assembly Plant, leading powertrain issues resolution.
  • Lead Vehicle Diagnostics for Powertrain an Electrical issues through collecting data through CAN / OBD.
  • Championed the development of a zero-defect launch plan by identifying process enhancements across the organization. Coordinated discussions among key stakeholders such as manufacturing, project management, and engineering to drive alignment.
  • Led dialogues concerning part pedigree alerts and constructed targeted plans to support prototype builds schedule.

Ranger / Everest Powertrain Engineer

Ford Motor Company
Rayong, Thailand
01.2020 - 07.2022
  • Directed emissions certification process for Ranger Raptor in Thailand, utilizing diagnostic tools to execute EUDC under various conditions.
  • Directed weight management initiatives for powertrain on global Ranger and Everest products.
  • Successfully launched Ranger and Everest vehicles in Rayong, Thailand for two different plants, leading Powertrain issues resolution.
  • Coordinated the software reflash for all Powertrain modules (DLCM, PCM, GSM, GPM)

Commercial Trucks Powertrain Engineer

Ford Motor Company
Cuautitlan, Mexico
08.2016 - 01.2020
  • Led cross-functional teams to enhance Ford Commercial Trucks design and manufacturing processes.
  • Led product validation testing and root cause analysis for powertrain components and systems.
  • Led issue resolution on prototype builds, prioritizing safety and quality to perform tests on time.
  • Developed an excel macro to accurately track Digital Pre-Assembly issues to present glidepaths to upper management.

Fusion and MKZ Powertrain Engineer

Ford Motor Company
Hermosillo, Mexico
12.2015 - 08.2016
  • Successfully launched 17.5 Model Year Fusion / MKZ leading the conversation for parts pedigree.
  • Coordinated shortage and part pedigree discussions for powertrain parts to guarantee on-time delivery from suppliers, enhancing operational efficiency during build events.
  • Supported launch build events, providing resolution to assembly line issues related to powertrain components.

Body Interior Plant Vehicle Team Trainee

Ford Motor Company
Hermosillo, Mexico
03.2015 - 12.2015
  • Consolidated work plans for the Top 20 warranties for Fusion and MKZ. Working with diverse stakeholders such as STA, Vehicle Operations, Product Development, and Incoming Quality.
  • Performed calls to dealerships to get a better understanding of the verbatims for different warranty claims and define problem statements.
  • Performed trials in assembly line to introduce design changes in current production vehicles.

Education

M.D. - Project Management

Universidad Tecnologica De Mexico
Mexico City, Mexico
01.2022

BS - Mechatronics Engineer

Instituto Tecnologico De Estudios Superiores De Monterrey
Hermosillo, Mexico
12.2015

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Microsoft Office
  • CAD packages
  • Effective Communication
  • Critical thinking
  • Project Management
  • Manufacturing Processes
  • Product Development
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving

Websites

LANGUAGES

Spanish Native
English Advanced

Timeline

Chassis Hardware Integration

Ford Motor Company
10.2025 - Current

Bronco / Ranger Powertrain Integration Engineer

Ford Motor Company
12.2023 - 10.2025

Ranger Powertrain and Chassis Integration Engineer

Ford Motor Company
07.2022 - 12.2023

Ranger / Everest Powertrain Engineer

Ford Motor Company
01.2020 - 07.2022

Commercial Trucks Powertrain Engineer

Ford Motor Company
08.2016 - 01.2020

Fusion and MKZ Powertrain Engineer

Ford Motor Company
12.2015 - 08.2016

Body Interior Plant Vehicle Team Trainee

Ford Motor Company
03.2015 - 12.2015

M.D. - Project Management

Universidad Tecnologica De Mexico

BS - Mechatronics Engineer

Instituto Tecnologico De Estudios Superiores De Monterrey

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