Matteo Simeoni
Royal Oak,MI
Summary
Results-driven Vehicle Performance Manager with expertise in KPI development, cross-functional team leadership, and project timeline management. Management skills complemented by strong technical skills, informed by varied experience across all aspects of vehicle development. Brings a proven history of success exemplified by leadership of vehicle validation for Ram REV and Grand Wagoneer 4xe range-extending electric vehicles.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Vehicle Performance Manager
Stellantis
Auburn Hills, Michigan
06.2024 - Current
- Developed customer-level KPIs to drive design to match customer expectations of large SUVs and truck platforms. Responsible for the validation of these targets.
- Directly managed six validation engineers.
- Overall program manager responsible for vehicle validation for range extending electric truck and large SUV.
- Responsible for a fleet of over 370 engineering development vehicles.
- Collaborated with manufacturing and cross-functional custodians to ensure timely completion of development and validation.
- Reported scorecard containing compliance, build/validation status, and issue resolution timelines to executives.
- Organized feedback clinics with global leaders and diverse stakeholders to direct development direction, and ensure customer satisfaction with the product.
- Analyzed workflow variation across vehicle lines to identify opportunity for process improvement, and cost optimization.
Chassis Validation Engineer
Stellantis
Auburn Hills, Mi
01.2023 - 06.2024
- Developed a testing plan utilizing simulated mechanical rigs, closed course, and open road real-world tests.
- Conducted system-level validation tests on automotive chassis components, and documented validation results.
- Managed the prototype vehicle build of 25 first-generation EV trucks.
- Assisted in troubleshooting electrical and powertrain issues, and implementing corrective actions.
Chrysler Institute of Engineering Graduate
FCA
Auburn Hills, MI
06.2020 - 12.2022
- Completed a prestigious leadership development rotational program with seven assignments across all areas of vehicle development.
- Brand manager for Jeep Wrangler responsible for incentives and dealer marketing.
- Program manager for the Grand Cherokee during the plant launch phase.
- Vehicle quality engineer for the Grand Wagoneer during the plant launch phase.
- Design release responsible lift gates, and active aerodynamic components.
- Advanced packaging engineer for electric vehicle architecture.
- Electric motor hardware engineer for a multipurpose 250 kW electric drive system.
- Vehicle validation engineer for electric components on the BEV commercial van.
Powertrain Controls Engineer (Co-Op)
Harley Davidson Inc
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
01.2018 - 08.2019
- Calibration engineer - developed software algorithm for adaptive cruise control.
- Drive cell dynamometer engineer - assisted with motorcycle engine tuning and emissions certification.
- Maintained and calibrated testing data acquisition systems
Education
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Michigan
Dearborn, MI12-2022
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL05-2020
Skills
- Project timeline management
- Cross-functional team leadership
- Data-driven decision-making
- KPI development and validation
- Strong Office and programming skills
- Vector Canalyzer proficiency
- Multi-energy propulsion expertise
Languages
Italian
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Vehicle Performance Manager
Stellantis
06.2024 - Current
Chassis Validation Engineer
Stellantis
01.2023 - 06.2024
Chrysler Institute of Engineering Graduate
FCA
06.2020 - 12.2022
Powertrain Controls Engineer (Co-Op)
Harley Davidson Inc
01.2018 - 08.2019
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Michigan
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Florida