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US Patent
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Paul Hellebuyck

Summary

Dynamic Development Engineer with a proven track record at Ford Motor Company, excelling in technical problem solving and project management. Successfully led cross-functional teams to enhance product performance and reduce costs by implementing innovative strategies. Adept at analyzing customer requirements and fostering strong supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery and quality compliance.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Development Engineer

Ford Motor Company
06.1990 - 12.2020
  • Defined product functional analysis to translate customer specifications to develop product performance criteria.
  • Constructed technology development plans to create value for organization.
  • Modified mechanical drawings, schematics and bills of materials through engineering change notification system.
  • Supervised performance of design engineering for laboratory, experimental facilities, equipment and instrument systems.
  • Collaborated with design engineers to support product specifications and functional robustness.
  • Oversaw technical and project management customer interface to include commercial contacts with key partners.
  • Implemented new strategies to reduce costs and improve efficiency of engineering team.
  • Led engineering teams to successfully complete projects on time and within budget.
  • Analyzed and interpreted data to identify trends and recommend improvements.
  • Collaborated with other departments to facilitate successful project completion.
  • Documented and developed engineering procedures and processes.
  • Designed and implemented quality control processes to facilitate customer satisfaction.
  • Developed and implemented procedures to verify compliance with engineering standards.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to facilitate quality and timely delivery of materials.
  • Created detailed reports on engineering activities and findings.
  • Analyzed and interpreted customer requirements to develop engineering solutions.
  • Conducted research to identify and evaluate new technologies and concepts.
  • Trained and mentored junior engineers, providing guidance and direction.
  • Performed complex calculations to analyze and optimize engineering processes.

Program Manager

Ford Motor Company
06.1990 - 12.2020
  • Interacted with customers and clients to identify business needs and requirements.
  • Met with project stakeholders on regular basis to assess progress and make adjustments.
  • Developed and maintained logistics workflows, procedures and reports.
  • Participated in vendor selection and management process for program initiatives.
  • Managed multiple strategic projects with numerous sub-projects or workstreams.
  • Devised creative solutions to critical customer and user needs.
  • Identified program obstacles and communicated possible impacts to team.
  • Collaborated with business leadership to set priorities based on business needs, resource capacity and risk exposure.
  • Leveraged project management processes and tools to define and execute projects.
  • Engaged and worked alongside cross-functional stakeholders to manage strategic initiatives.
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
  • Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.

Design Engineer

Chrysler
01.1989 - 06.2020
  • Addressed design challenges and evaluated alternative design models to meet project requirements.
  • Assisted in developing cost-effective solutions to engineering problems.
  • Conducted technical evaluations of engineering designs and test results.
  • Led suppliers (Goodyear, Michelin, Bridgestone)to successfully complete projects on time and within budget.
  • Collaborated with other departments to facilitate successful project completion.
  • Developed and implemented procedures to verify compliance with engineering standards.
  • Analyzed and interpreted customer requirements to develop engineering solutions.

Project Manager

Florida Production Engineering
03.1988 - 12.1988
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
  • Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
  • Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
  • Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
  • Verified quality of deliverables and conformance to specifications before submitting to clients.
  • Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.

Engineer

American Motors Corporation
01.1986 - 03.1987
  • Reviewed technical drawings developed by CAD technicians and drafters.
  • Participated in formal internal design reviews of proposed products and components.
  • Wrote, reviewed and edited technical document in accordance with template requirements.
  • Developed positive working relationships with stakeholders to effectively coordinate work activities.
  • Monitored and evaluated engineering performance to recommend improvements.

Engineer

General Motors Co
09.1985 - 11.1985

Performed testing and analysis to resolve high pressure engineering issues on 700R4 Transmission.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Michigan Technological University
Houghton, MI
08-1995

Skills

  • Software quality evaluation
  • Mobile application development
  • Implementation of technical strategies
  • Interdepartmental collaboration expertise
  • Supplier management
  • Technical problem solving
  • Engineering documentation
  • Customer requirements analysis
  • Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
  • Value engineering
  • Statistical process control
  • Manufacturing processes
  • Design of experiments
  • Project management
  • Mechanical Knowledge
  • Teamwork
  • Product development
  • Effective communication
  • Troubleshooting
  • Design strategy
  • Organizational skills
  • Mockups and prototypes
  • Written communication
  • Rapid prototyping
  • Continuous improvement
  • Relationship building
  • Task prioritization
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Reliability
  • Specification writing
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Specifications
  • Product testing

Accomplishments

  • Managed and resolved numerous Export programs resulting in significant market share.
  • Supervised several teams of 10-20 staff members.
  • Created robust procedures to verify compliance to customer and regulatory standards.
  • Integrated cross functional teams to deliver extremely successful launch of 2017 Expedition / Navigator.


Interests

  • I like working with my hands and fixing things
  • Sharing travel tips, recommendations, and insights with fellow enthusiasts
  • DIY and Home Improvement
  • Cooking
  • Gardening
  • I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
  • Outdoor Recreation
  • Woodworking
  • Gym Workouts
  • Auto Repair/Restoration
  • Strategy Games
  • Team Sports
  • Fundraising Events
  • Adventure Travel
  • Playing Sports
  • Home Brewing
  • I like trying new recipes and food trends

US Patent

Developed a cargo retention solution to resolve an irritating pain point for SUV customers.

- Benchmarked competition to investigate alternatives; none were present.

- Defined scope through customer clinics

- Identified trade-offs and set limits to minimize adverse affects to other important attributes (cargo opening size, ease of loading/unloading, styling, cost, ,

- Created rapid prototypes to evaluate and determine best performance and assess tradeoffs.

- Summarized findings to senior management using decision matrix to clearly lead their decision to implement recommended design.

- First implemented on 2017 Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator. The Navigator is the Flagship of the company.

- The integration of the product requires no increased capital cost or piece cost vs. previous trim piece.

- No adverse affect on customers.

- Ford customers have a clear advantage vs. customers of other auto manufacturers

Timeline

Development Engineer

Ford Motor Company
06.1990 - 12.2020

Program Manager

Ford Motor Company
06.1990 - 12.2020

Design Engineer

Chrysler
01.1989 - 06.2020

Project Manager

Florida Production Engineering
03.1988 - 12.1988

Engineer

American Motors Corporation
01.1986 - 03.1987

Engineer

General Motors Co
09.1985 - 11.1985

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Michigan Technological University
Paul Hellebuyck