STEFANO A. MORACCINI
Macomb,MI
Summary
A self-motivated, highly organized, and adaptable design engineer with over 25 years in fast Vehicle Design Programs (VDP). Expertise ranges from packaging and designs, layouts, and typical sections to engineering and designing complete chassis, interior, and structure systems as well as electrical, interior, exterior and thermal systems. Performance-oriented team player driven by goals, time frames and quantifiable benchmarks. Strong ability to deliver accuracy and volume in a performance-critical environment. Creative participant in team building activities.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Engineer
General Dynamics
08.2023 - Current
- Structure and lead engineer for XM30, Rear Ingress/Egress including rear ramp and troop door, Abrams Demo 2 Top Deck and Sponson Cover
- Provided technical expertise throughout all phases of the project, ensuring accurate execution of designs and specifications.
- Maintained records for each project and engineering discipline.
- Monitored installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications.
Project Lead Engineer
General Motors Corporation
10.1999 - 06.2023
- Design engineer for chassis, interior trim, occupant packaging, GA (General Arrangement) exterior, exterior trim, structure, electrical routing and packaging, thermal systems, including tires and wheels, front and rear suspension, powertrain, HVAC, fuel cell, battery tray, cluster, front compartment, concept steering wheels and infotainment
- Responsible for releases on all components
- Responsible for compartment integration and packaging, component design, statement of work, parts list, interfacing with studio, suppliers, North American Operations (NAO) fabrication shop and outside customers
- Project Manager, Lead Engineer and Designer for ShowCar tires and wheels, T1XX Pickup Truck including HD REPS ATW, Chevy Volt concept vehicle, and C6-R
- Projects completed on time and within budget while working with suppliers in both North America and Germany
- Present and lead project meetings with customers and team members
- Subsystem design engineer for the following: ZH2 Pickup Truck: HVAC and fuel cell, electrical routing / packaging, Cadillac PEV-2: interior trim, exterior trim, infotainment, wheels, Cadillac Elmiraj: structure, exterior trim, interior trim, infotainment, Cadillac Ciel: structure, interior trim, and cluster, electrical routing / packaging, Cadillac EN-V: interior, exterior trim and cluster, Chevy Volt I, II & III: chassis, electrical routing/packaging, exterior, exterior trim, interior trim, and cluster, FX3: front suspension, GMC: rear suspension, exterior trim, Pontiac Solstice: front suspension and powertrain, electrical routing / packaging, SAV DEMO: powertrain/HVAC, electrical routing / packaging, Cadillac Provoq: structure, interior trim, support chassis/powertrain engineers, designed multiple interior components, Camaro Convertible: chassis, Leno Roadster: chassis, parts procurement, engineering issues, SKY I & II: chassis and powertrain, Colorado pickup, Dream Cruise: front suspension, Camaro: chassis, interior trim, Kappa & H3T Concept Vehicle: chassis, Cheyenne: powertrain and front compartment, electrical routing / packaging
- Advanced Vehicle Technology Designer for suspension components, body, and interior on Terra 4 and PNGV
- Project Lead/Build Coordinator for ZH2 Pickup Truck development chassis and PEV-2 Chassis POC
- Projects completed on time and within budget
- Responsible for parts procurement and resolving engineering and build issues that arise in the shop within design and other engineering teams
- Create Statements of Work (SOW’s) for multiple projects
- Create procedures to document processes for custom wheel, tire, interior and structure to assist other engineers
- Work with multiple customers, within GM and outside suppliers, for special assignments for Engineering Development and ShowCar Vehicles
- Work with multiple groups to engineer, build and support prototype projects such as clean and dirty side spare tire assist
- Coordinate with suppliers and internal purchasing to negotiate contracts and create budget for concept wheels, tires, and parts for multiple projects to minimize spending
- Emergency Work Captain (EWC) for office floor to ensure safety for all on-site staff
- Train new hires and co-workers on processes of concept vehicle engineering (CVE)
- Mentor summer interns, Bonneville Salt flats
- Streamlined project management processes by implementing Agile methodologies and improving team communication.
- Optimized resource utilization by accurately forecasting project needs and allocating resources accordingly throughout the project lifecycle.
Chassis & Electrical Senior Designer, Contract to GM – Advanced Vehicle Technology
MSX International
06.1998 - 10.1999
- Layouts Technical Advisor
- Designed and modeled: Thermal brackets, components, suspension, HVAC systems, and upper and lower control arms, Electrical brake wire routing and thermal hose routing, Air intake system for 3-cylinder Isuzu diesel engine, Next Generation Vehicle (PNGV), Chassis Mule, Subsystem Integration Mule (SSIM), Technical Demonstration Vehicle (TDV)
- Involved in multiple team building activities
Detailer/Layout/Processor
Utica Enterprises, Inc.
04.1997 - 06.1998
- Utilized Unigraphics Version 13 to update production tooling for engineering review and final approval
- Detailed tool fixtures with placement and complex editing, curve and wireframe, text, format placement, and section cutting
Detailer, Contract to GM – Truck and Bus
New Dimensions
02.1997 - 04.1997
- Utilized Unigraphics software to update prototype part designs and layouts for engineering review and final approval
- Detailed single part and assembly files with extensive use of all Unigraphics drafting applications: view, placements and complex editing, curve and wireframe, text, format placement, and section cutting
Education
Master of Science - Operations Management
Lawrence Technological University
12.2006
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Administration, Industrial Technology
Central Michigan University
08.2002
Design Engineer Certification - BSME Equivalent
Michigan Technological University
08.2002
Associate degree - Auto Body Design
Macomb County Community College
12.2000
Skills
- Project Coordination
- Coaching Expertise
- Advanced Problem Resolution
- Excel Proficiency
- Proficient in Microsoft Word
- PowerPoint Proficiency
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of 8 staff members on several projects.
Awards
- Chairman’s Honors Recipient Chevy Volt
- Head Rest and Seat Back Assist Handle Patent
- Chairman’s Honors Recipient Chevy Camaro
- Electrically Actuated IP Assist Handle Patent
- Diversity – You Make A Difference Award Recipient
- Manually Integrated IP Assist Handle Patent
Certification
- Six Sigma Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- Unigraphics NX Certification
- AutoCAD Certification
Languages
Italian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Project Engineer
General Dynamics
08.2023 - Current
Project Lead Engineer
General Motors Corporation
10.1999 - 06.2023
Chassis & Electrical Senior Designer, Contract to GM – Advanced Vehicle Technology
MSX International
06.1998 - 10.1999
Detailer/Layout/Processor
Utica Enterprises, Inc.
04.1997 - 06.1998
Detailer, Contract to GM – Truck and Bus
New Dimensions
02.1997 - 04.1997
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Administration, Industrial Technology
Central Michigan University
Design Engineer Certification - BSME Equivalent
Michigan Technological University
Associate degree - Auto Body Design
Macomb County Community College
- Six Sigma Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- Unigraphics NX Certification
- AutoCAD Certification
Master of Science - Operations Management
Lawrence Technological University
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