Lantz Von Tungeln
Oklahoma City,OK
Summary
New Product Development Engineering Manager for over 9 years managing development engineers in several disciplines, engineered to order, and designer/drafting teams for Variable Speed Drives. Over 25 years of Mechanical Design, New Product Development, Sustaining and Working in a cross functional environment. Power Generation of 1 Megawatt systems Over 25 years' experience specializing in 3D Solid Modeling using SolidWorks including FEA, Model Base Definition and DFMA. UL and TUV Regulatory and Standards experience in low voltage applications, and a Patent Pending on 5000 Volts, Nema 3R Vented Junction Box for Oil and Gas Industry. Proven ability to identify and capture design initiative. Well organized and able to follow through managing several projects at a time. Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings. Talented Manager with expert team leadership, planning and organizational skills built during successful career. Smoothly equip employees to independently handle daily functions and meet customer needs. Diligent trainer and mentor with exceptional management abilities and results-driven approach.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Development Engineering Manager
Baker Hughes Inc
- 9+ years managing development engineering, engineered to order, and designer/drafting team of engineers with several different disciplines for Variable Speed Drives.
New Product Engineering/Electromechanical Manager
Baker Hughes/GE Oil and Gas/Wood Group ESP
10.2017 - Current
- Responsible for 6 engineers for new product development located in various locations for VSD's
- This included PCBA's, PMM (375/440) motor control and testing on two different platforms, High Speed ESP's and jumping 3 generations of FPGA for the new Advantage Plus platform.
- Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
- Reduced operational costs through comprehensive process improvement initiatives and resource management.
Drives and Controls Engineering Manager
Baker Hughes/GE Oil and Gas/Wood Group ESP
06.2012 - 10.2017
- Responsible for 12 engineers including mechanical, electrical, electronics, software design engineers, designers and drafters
- Increased the team size from 4 engineers to expand capabilities and speed of introduction of new products releases and combined the Engineered to Order and Sustaining Drives team in to one
- Working in a cross functional organization to complete new projects on time and on budget
- Applied for US Patent (14/049,170) for Vent box design to ESP pumping systems
- Drives Team completed NPI project (PM03)173-998kVA Vector Plus Drives
- The Drives team obtained UL 508C and EN 61800-5-1 regulatory certification on Vector Plus project
- The Vector Plus drive is also now compliant to RoHS and can be CE, EAC, marked as well.
Mechanical Design Engineer
Baker Hughes/GE Oil and Gas/Wood Group ESP
07.2007 - 01.2012
- Responsible for complete mechanical design of new product line, Vector 7 Variable Speed Drives (VSD), from size range of 104kVA-1515kVA, Nema 4, for oilfield application
- Creating precise production prints for manufacture of enclosures, sheetmetal parts, labels and assemblies/sub-assemblies
- Reduced production costs by optimizing material usage and manufacturing processes.
- Using SolidWorks 3D modeling software to design with production cost and manufacturability while keeping safety in mind
- Working with Controls Plant and Manufacturing staff to create assembly instructions and to maintain production standards
- Hosting Design Reviews with all company departments and engaging field personnel through internet conferencing to establish new product design intent
- Using SolidWorks Simulation to analyze (FEA) of pre-production assemblies as needed
- First Article inspection of all new parts and new vendors to ensure proper fit and finish
- Creating Bill of Materials and new part numbers using Syteline.
New Product Development Director
Compass Rose Inc.
03.2001 - 06.2007
- Developing new products and updating current products in the Oilfield industry from concept to production prints using SolidWorks
- Planning and writing technical product manuals using several different Window based programs including but not limited to SolidWorks, Word, Excel, Corel Draw, Corel Paint and Adobe
- Exceeding the customer's expectations, with precise analysis and forethought to the manufacturing cost and usability.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
Residential Alarm Sales
ADT
09.1999 - 05.2001
- Meeting with potential clients concerning their alarm needs
- Getting to know them in a short time frame and gaining their trust
- Surveying property and going over any specific needs and closing sales in one appointment
- One of the top salesmen in Oklahoma City territory in a short time
- Self-generated Sales
- Knowledge of fire codes, safety codes and general building structures.
President
On the Ball Logos
04.1991 - 09.1999
- I Started Golf Ball Printing Company in 1991
- My major responsibilities were Sales and Marketing, artwork, invoicing, shipping, accounting, payroll and other as needed
- Pad printing to 4 colors
- Expanded business into Screen Printing and Embroidery
- Started with $0 Sales to $600,000 after just five years
- 90% of Sales were done over the phone in one call
- Shipped to 4 different countries, and in every state.
- Enhanced company performance by implementing strategic plans and overseeing daily operations.
Acura Sales Representative/Manufacturing Manager
Golf USA
06.1989 - 04.1991
- Started out as Shipping/Receiving clerk but quickly was moved into golf club manufacturing
- Built a complete golf club assembly plant from scratch in 3 months
- Hired and trained 14 employees, achieving 30,000 golf clubs built in a single month
- Saved company thousands of dollars in shipping and overnight charges by reworking shipping boxes and oversized freight
- Pre-booked $500,000 (wholesale) of Acura Golf clubs sales for first half of year before leaving
- Taught training classes on golf balls, golf clubs and golf retail sales.
Retail Store Manager
International Golf Enterprises
03.1986 - 06.1989
- Controlled inventory value and decisions on product carried in store
- Oversaw 2 store employees and set hours and took care of payroll out of store accounting
- Pre-booked product from leading golf manufactures and did partial inventory control for six company stores
- Worked on advertising for print ads
- Note: Inventory Control/Shrinkage in the last quarter worked at store had less than $1000 inventory variance.
Education
Engineering Technology
DeVry University
Oklahoma City, OK2017
SolidWorks Motion -
SolidWorks Advanced Assemblies
01.2011
SolidWorks Simulation -
SolidWorks Weldments
01.2011
Associate, Electronic Engineering -
Oklahoma State University
Oklahoma City, OK01.1986
H.S. Diploma -
Putnam City West High School
Oklahoma City, OK01.1981
Skills
- SolidWorks 3DSolid Modeling Program
- SolidWorks Electrical
- Proficient with Windows programs
- TeamCenter, Syteline and SAP
- Fabrication costs and related impact
Personal Information
Title: Development Engineering Manager
Timeline
New Product Engineering/Electromechanical Manager
Baker Hughes/GE Oil and Gas/Wood Group ESP
10.2017 - Current
Drives and Controls Engineering Manager
Baker Hughes/GE Oil and Gas/Wood Group ESP
06.2012 - 10.2017
Mechanical Design Engineer
Baker Hughes/GE Oil and Gas/Wood Group ESP
07.2007 - 01.2012
New Product Development Director
Compass Rose Inc.
03.2001 - 06.2007
Residential Alarm Sales
ADT
09.1999 - 05.2001
President
On the Ball Logos
04.1991 - 09.1999
Acura Sales Representative/Manufacturing Manager
Golf USA
06.1989 - 04.1991
Retail Store Manager
International Golf Enterprises
03.1986 - 06.1989
Development Engineering Manager
Baker Hughes Inc
Engineering Technology
DeVry University
SolidWorks Motion -
SolidWorks Advanced Assemblies
SolidWorks Simulation -
SolidWorks Weldments
Associate, Electronic Engineering -
Oklahoma State University
H.S. Diploma -
Putnam City West High School