Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Dynamic Robotic Vehicle Rollover Development Project
ADAS Optical Tester Development Project
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Matthew Fogle

Fenton,MI

Summary

Results-driven Senior Product Test Engineer at ZF with expertise in CAN bus diagnostics and a proven track record in optimizing automated testing processes. Skilled in Python and team collaboration. I successfully managed the deployment of advanced testing systems, enhancing efficiency and reliability in ADAS testing. Innovative Product Test Engineer known for high productivity and efficient task completion.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Product Test Engineer

ZF
Farmington Hills, MI
09.2015 - Current
  • Managed execution of ADAS functional, durability, and optical testing activities to ensure compliance.
  • Enhanced and managed automated testing equipment for ADAS validations.
  • Developed software-controlled rest-bus simulations to facilitate effective testing processes.
  • Conducted data analysis and generated reports based on findings.
  • Evaluated test requirements and coordinated with teams to optimize process flow.
  • Updated testers with specialized hardware and software tailored for unique module specifications.
  • Implemented upgrades that improved equipment reliability and test report clarity.
  • Supported global teams with deployment of testing systems across various locations.

Data Acquisition Engineer

FCA
Chelsea, MI
05.2011 - 09.2015
  • Developed test plans and supervised comprehensive testing, from setup to post-test analysis.
  • Conducted impact tests adhering to safety regulations and established procedures.
  • Designed procedures for new test types to enhance testing capabilities.
  • Delegated daily, weekly, and monthly tasks to technicians to optimize workflow.
  • Generated schematics for diverse equipment to support testing initiatives.

Education

B.S. - Electrical Engineering, Minor in Mathematics

UNC Charlotte
Charlotte, NC
12.2010

Skills

  • Hardware-in-the-loop testing
  • Python, C#, and Visual Basic programming
  • Data analysis
  • Test equipment management
  • Process optimization
  • Automated testing systems
  • Electrical troubleshooting
  • CAN-bus diagnostics
  • Automotive Ethernet diagnostics
  • Intrepid VehicleSPY expertise
  • Vector CANoe proficiency
  • DeweSoft experience
  • NI LabVIEW and TestStand
  • Design verification planning
  • Design verification reporting

Dynamic Robotic Vehicle Rollover Development Project

Team lead for robotic ‘soil trip’ rollover test development. Implemented GPS based robotic control system to create a controlled rollover event. Managed the development of the rollover facility and test specifications. Created all aspects of the test sequence. 

ADAS Optical Tester Development Project

Developed test stands for in-vehicle forward facing cameras. Developed organization techniques to handle the many unique hardware requirements for each product type. Created unit testable scripts to validate camera optical algorithms. Functional & Durability tester reliability improvements. Upgraded automated test stands to utilize off-the-shelf solutions for communication with parts under test. This reduced tester setup time, increased tester reliability and reduced overall workload for teams responsible for supplying documentation.

Timeline

Senior Product Test Engineer

ZF
09.2015 - Current

Data Acquisition Engineer

FCA
05.2011 - 09.2015

B.S. - Electrical Engineering, Minor in Mathematics

UNC Charlotte
Matthew Fogle