Tamanna Lam
Rochester,MI
Summary
Proven ability as a result driven leader. Process driven, hardworking and passionate with strong planning, team management and problem-solving abilities. Experiences ranging from project management, integration, product launch, planning & strategy, design release and manufacturing.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Vehicle Chief Engineer - Advanced Cockpits
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (Stellantis)
01.2021 - Current
- Create and advocate long term cockpit vision to support 13 global brands. Lead development of roadmaps with common component solutions while enabling disruptive innovation
- Leadership - Key stakeholder in the cockpit component and innovation strategy including user experience, infotainment, innovation/technology, and share strategy
- Process Improvement - Co-led creation for Unity Based VR capability to evaluate experiences negating physical properties
- Achievements- Recipient of the NTT Data Nexus Award for Emerging Technology.
Project Manager- Body/Exterior (Sheet Metal, Grilles, Bumpers, Roof Systems, Lighting, Glass, etc.)
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (Stellantis)
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Vehicle Program Manager leading a team of 5 area leads and 20+ engineers responsible for complete planning and development and execution of the Jeep Gladiator Exterior
- Jeep Gladiator Product Launch – Led the Body/Exterior team through a successful year of launches (3 vehicle powertrain and 7 trim level)
- Process Improvement- Implemented process to determine root cause, identify a timely containment plan and implement a permanent solution prior to production ramp up
- Jeep Gladiator Future Vehicle Improvements – Cross functional lead interfacing with Design, Quality, Purchasing, Finance, and Manufacturing for alignment with organizational goals.
Project Chief- Garnish Trim, Overhead Systems, Carpet & Acoustics
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (Stellantis)
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Vehicle Program Manager leading a team of 6+ engineers to ensure compliance of technical requirements and product delivery within budget and program imperatives
- Jeep Cherokee (Gas & Hybrid) - Managed global teams (NA, China, India) from design conception to manufacturing parts/vehicle launch
- On time delivery- Successfully brought a “late to plan” program back on schedule and delivered program build deliverables with all production level tools (75+ mold tools)
- Process Enhancements- Defined and implemented a Tool Kickoff Process and named subject matter expert for the department (70+ members); Streamlined Roles and Responsibilities for department functions within Interior Department (200+ members)
- Vehicle Launch – Exceeded quality targets with the successful launch of the Jeep Gladiator Interior
- Received Wards “10 Best Interiors” Award.
Advanced Concepts Manager – Product Planning & Future Strategy
General Motors
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Led diverse cross functional teams to evaluate and balance market requirements, customer needs, cost, mass, and performance imperatives while delivering innovative design and engineering solutions
- Future Strategy - Assessed viability of new innovative vehicle concepts and architectural solutions for inclusion into the GM product plan; Led development plan of future SUV architecture strategy for the corporation
- Optimization - Share strategy brands to enable cost efficient long term strategies to support 4 brands and a minimum of 18 vehicles
- Cadillac Brand Future Strategy- Key player for developing Cadillac 10 year lineup & defining architecture imperatives to support market demand and needs
- Fuel Cell Vehicle – Led the GM commercialization study for Fuel Cell technology
- Communication - Balanced inputs and requirements for multiple high level stakeholders and presented recommendations to the VPs of the corporation
- Global Planning- Led Global Planning forum with Global Team of (4 regions covering 10+ countries) to increase communication and shared strategies amongst company resources.
Cost Reduction Manager + Design Engineer
General Motors
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Drive cost reduction ideas to implementation through interface with program teams, suppliers, responsible engineers and managers
- Target Achievement - Led cost reduction workshops and overachieved cost reduction targets for seats, total consisting 60% of Interior’s goals
- Strategy and Throughput Improvement – Implemented seating Leather Strategy based upon competitive benchmarking, customer input, brand positioning reducing cost and complexity
- Process Improvements - Instituted business case review process to include payback time, benchmarking, and technical impacts to drive approval from all internal stakeholders
Compartment Integration Design Engineer
General Motors
01.2004 - 01.2008
- Led a global engineering team to seamlessly integrate vehicle interiors and drive resolution of non-compliance issues through design and packaging studies
- DFSS Black Belt Certification – Developed a measurable method for assessing occupant spaciousness
- Criteria Development - Best practice for navigation screen placement to maximize occupant reach and minimize glare/reflection on windshield
- Process Improvement- Conducted the first virtual build review in the corporation, which became a standard process for all future programs
Design Engineer
General Motors
01.1999 - 01.2004
- Coordinated design, suppliers, integrated suppliers, validation, and manufacturing to assure a timely release and quality implementation of Seats, Instrument Panels & Overhead Systems
- Subject Matter Expert- Required functionality, appearance, cost, and durability/reliability of interior components based upon the competitive set
- Optimized existing designs, reducing production costs and enhancing overall performance.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines and maintaining a high level of attention to detail.
Launch Lead
General Motors
01.2001 - 01.2002
- Represented product engineering as the co-lead for the manufacturing launch Issue Resolution Team (IRT), accountable for Trim, Liftgate, and Door lines during the Chevrolet Trailblazer XL launch process
- Responsibilities included n by means of process or product change
- Leadership - Drove issues to resolution by managing engineering staff, plant personnel, and supply base reporting to the plant manager
- Proficiency- 7 Diamond Process for Issue Root Cause and Resolution
Manufacturing Engineer
General Motors
01.1997 - 01.1999
- Responsible for manufacturing process and tooling for General Assembly (interior and exterior components) for current and future products
- Global Interface- NA representative for the JV team (Isuzu and GM) to define build plans for a future product, long term coach in Japan for interface with the Isuzu Team
- Developed technical documentation, including standard operating procedures, work instructions, consolidated global ergonomic standards for a balanced workload to support both countries
Education
Master's Degree - Business Administration, International Business
Oakland University
Rochester, Michigan06.2005
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
GMI Engineering and Management Institute (Kettering University)
Flint, Michigan06.1997
Skills
- Troubleshooting
- Project Management
- Strategic analysis
- Team collaboration
Awards
- NTT Data Nexus Award- Emerging Technology
- DFSS Black Belt Certified
- GM WOMEN Career Development Co-Chair
- Women of Color – Rising Star Award
- Technology Consultant for Disney Test Track
Timeline
Vehicle Chief Engineer - Advanced Cockpits
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (Stellantis)
01.2021 - Current
Project Manager- Body/Exterior (Sheet Metal, Grilles, Bumpers, Roof Systems, Lighting, Glass, etc.)
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (Stellantis)
01.2019 - 01.2021
Project Chief- Garnish Trim, Overhead Systems, Carpet & Acoustics
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (Stellantis)
01.2016 - 01.2019
Advanced Concepts Manager – Product Planning & Future Strategy
General Motors
01.2013 - 01.2016
Cost Reduction Manager + Design Engineer
General Motors
01.2008 - 01.2010
Compartment Integration Design Engineer
General Motors
01.2004 - 01.2008
Launch Lead
General Motors
01.2001 - 01.2002
Design Engineer
General Motors
01.1999 - 01.2004
Manufacturing Engineer
General Motors
01.1997 - 01.1999
Master's Degree - Business Administration, International Business
Oakland University
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
GMI Engineering and Management Institute (Kettering University)
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