Scott Haapala
Commerce Township,MI
Summary
Adept Lead Product Engineer with a proven track record at Suprajit Automotive, specializing in steering product development lifecycles to fruition and optimizing design for production efficiency. Expert in CAD software and prototyping, with a knack for surpassing industry standards and fostering team collaboration. Achieved significant cost savings through innovative engineering solutions.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Product Engineer
Suprajit Automotive
Novi, USA
01.2017 - Current
- Led full product development lifecycles from concept phase through final production
- Met with potential customers to ascertain design and production requirements and prepared subsequent estimates for retention of design and production services
- Coordinated internal resources for prototyping activities including 3D printing, machining, assembly
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations when designing products
- Analyzed data from testing activities to ensure compliance with industry standards
- Worked closely with vendors to source components for new products at optimal costs
- Performed root cause analysis of production problems related to product design issues
- Provided technical support for engineering projects throughout the entire product life cycle
- Managed multiple concurrent projects while meeting deadlines and budget constraints
Project Engineer
Calsonic Kansei
Farmington Hills, USA
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Coordinated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks
- Provided technical advice and guidance on design concepts and construction methods
- Identified cost saving measures that could be implemented without compromising safety or quality standards during the project life cycle
- Formulated plans using detailed drawings
- Researched feasibility, design or performance of components or systems
Senior CAD Designer
Calsonic Kansei
Farmington Hills, USA
07.2007 - 12.2015
- Provided guidance and direction to less experienced designers on proper use of CAD tools
- Prepared detailed engineering drawings using CAD software and manual drafting techniques
- Received and reviewed details from design professionals to build in-depth representations of components and machine parts
- Developed prototypes of new products using CAD software packages
- Evaluated performance data from test runs to ensure that all design standards were met
- Participated in meetings with clients regarding their specific needs for custom designed products
- Modified and revised designs to correct operating deficiencies or reduce production problems
Education
Bachelor of Science - Manufacturing Engineering
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI12.2003
Skills
- Product development expertise
- Product lifecycle management
- CAD software (NX & CATIA V5) proficiency
- Prototyping
- Test planning
- New product support
- Engineering change orders
- Injection molding experience
References
References available upon request.
Activities
- Avid ice hockey player
- Soccer dad
- Downhill skiing
- Travel lover
Affiliations
- Avid ice hockey player
- Soccer dad
- Love to travel
- Concertgoer
- Downhill skiing
Timeline
Lead Product Engineer
Suprajit Automotive
01.2017 - Current
Project Engineer
Calsonic Kansei
01.2016 - 01.2017
Senior CAD Designer
Calsonic Kansei
07.2007 - 12.2015
Bachelor of Science - Manufacturing Engineering
Western Michigan University
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