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Spencer Flemings

Southfield,MI

Summary

As the Lead Product Engineer at Adient US LLC, my expertise in 3D modeling and technical execution propels the development of advanced automotive seating solutions. My role involved steering multiple programs from concept through production , with a focus on foam engineering, comfort optimization, and H-point analysis using finite element analysis (FEA).

The success of our projects, serving prestigious clients such as Stellantis (FCA) and Nissan, is a testament our dedication to continuous improvement in cost, innovation, and quality. Our team thrived on robust communication, and I take pride in facilitating seamless integration between internal teams and my offshore design partners, ensuring excellence in every facet of our design lifecycle.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Product Engineering Manager

Adient LLC
Plymouth, MI
02.2012 - 10.2024
  • Manage multiple automotive seating programs through all phases of product feasibility, development, and production. Experience in foam engineering/design, comfort engineering, and H-point analysis using FEA.
  • OEM customers included Stellantis, Nissan, Ford, Honda, and KIA Motors.
  • Manage foam tooling and parts suppliers throughout the product life cycle.
  • Develop and manage offshore design engineering teams in India for multiple OEMs.
  • Strong communication skills (written and verbal). Delivered weekly presentations to management teams.
  • Responsible for continuous quality, cost, and innovative improvements throughout the design lifecycle.
  • Effectively manage the cost of internal and offshore design engineering budgets for multiple programs.
  • Strong ethical leader with motivational style of management

Lead Design Engineer

Johnson Controls
Plymouth, MI
02.1990 - 05.2012
  • Created product designs for complete seating systems. Worked closely with project engineers and customer engineering support personnel.
  • Participated in prototype testing to evaluate design functionality and identify necessary revisions.
  • Conferred with customers, vendors, and manufacturing to ensure design integrity.
  • Served as a data liaison between internal suppliers, foam, plastics, and structures.
  • Coordinated with suppliers to select high-quality materials that met design and budget requirements.
  • Identified root cause of design problems through data analysis and testing methods.

Senior Detailer

Bartech Technology & Design
Madison Heights, MI
11.1985 - 08.1988

Education

Associate of Applied Science -

Wayne State University
Detroit, MI
01-1991

High School Diploma -

Mumford
Detroit, MI
01-1985

Timeline

Lead Product Engineering Manager

Adient LLC
02.2012 - 10.2024

Lead Design Engineer

Johnson Controls
02.1990 - 05.2012

Senior Detailer

Bartech Technology & Design
11.1985 - 08.1988

Associate of Applied Science -

Wayne State University

High School Diploma -

Mumford

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