Lee Strobridge
Grantham
Summary
Results-driven engineering manager recognized for delivering multiple complex product launches that improved time-to-market and minimized production waste. Expertise in leading cross-functional teams to optimize processes and drive product reliability, ensuring alignment with strategic organizational goals. Committed to enhancing operational efficiency and quality.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Ruger
Newport
06.2025 - Current
- Successfully delivered multiple complex product launches, improving time-to-market while reducing production scrap, rework and opportunity cost associated with machine downtime.
- Lead new product development programs at Ruger Newport NH location, overseeing projects from concept through production launch.
- Led cross-functional teams to manage project timelines and deliverables.
- Coordinated efforts between engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and leadership teams to align project objectives and streamline communication.
- Developed comprehensive project plans outlining tasks, milestones, and deadlines to ensure clear project direction.
- Drive concept validation testing, design validation testing and production validation to ensure customer satisfaction through product reliability and manufacturability.
- Implemented risk management strategies to mitigate potential project issues.
- Identified and implemented process improvements to enhance product quality and minimize waste.
- Support operational transition of major product lines, including knowledge transfer and production ramp strategies.
Manufacturing and Product Design Engineer
Ruger
Newport
01.2013 - 01.2025
- Designed and developed systems for high-volume manufacturing.
- Enhanced manufacturing processes through tooling, gauging, workflow optimization, and design changes, resulting in increased efficiency.
- Reduced manufacturing defects by [X%] through design and process improvements.
- Designed innovative firearm components using CAD software and prototyping techniques.
- Conducted material selection and testing for durability and performance in firearm designs.
- Developed detailed engineering drawings and documentation for manufacturing processes.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to refine processes, improving customer satisfaction through quality enhancements and cost reductions.
- Led [X] successful product launches with measurable improvements in cost, quality, or cycle time.
- Led design reviews, gathering feedback from stakeholders to enhance product functionality.
- Conducted prototype tests to assess performance and pinpoint areas for design enhancement.
- Mentored junior engineers on best practices in product design and development workflows.
Manufacturing/Process Engineer
Goodrich
Vergennes
01.2008 - 01.2013
- Worked as a Manufacturing/Process Engineer for Goodrich across multiple computer product lines.
- Contributed to commercial programs including A380 MDEs and A320 fuel quantity processors.
- Manage 22 programs for Government Computers team, including Delta IV rocket.
- I was an integral part of our success in closing out our Space Shuttle contract for fuel level point and depletion sensors.
- Since joining the program there have been more than 12 successful missions.
- I have been Completed CI training programs with various project experiences.
- Collaborated on space level programs, applying non-conformance root cause analysis, corrective action planning, and ensuring data integrity.
Design Engineer
Blodgett Oven Company
Burlington
01.2004 - 01.2008
- Designed innovative oven systems to enhance cooking efficiency and user experience.
- Developed detailed engineering drawings and specifications for new product lines.
- Collaborated with manufacturing teams to ensure design feasibility and quality standards.
Education
B.S. - Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technology
Vermont State University (formally Vermont Technical College)
Randolph Center, VTSkills
- Project management
- Project scope definition
- Agile project delivery
- Risk management
- Stakeholder engagement
- Requirements gathering
- Cross-functional coordination
- Operations management
- Process improvement
- Lean Six Sigma
- Workflow optimization
- Quality assurance
- Root-cause analysis
- Supplier transition management
- Team leadership
- Operations strategy
- Product innovation
Timeline
Project Manager
Ruger
06.2025 - Current
Manufacturing and Product Design Engineer
Ruger
01.2013 - 01.2025
Manufacturing/Process Engineer
Goodrich
01.2008 - 01.2013
Design Engineer
Blodgett Oven Company
01.2004 - 01.2008
B.S. - Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technology
Vermont State University (formally Vermont Technical College)