Tammie (Meade)Cava
Summary
Detail-oriented, organized and meticulous employee. Works at fast pace to meet tight deadlines. Enthusiastic team player ready to contribute to company success.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Level Design Engineer
Rivian
04.2020 - 04.2024
- Staff (Senior) level design Engineer, designing various IP and console components on R1T, MPV, R2, and various shelved programs
- Responsibilities included 3D and 2D CAD creation, feasibility and packaging in 3DX (Catia V6) software
- Mentoring newly hired employees and release engineers working in their Design Engineering rotation.
Senior Product Designer
Summit Polymers, Inc.
04.2016 - 02.2020
- Lead design for Console for U611 and V713 programs
- Design responsibilities will include, interfacing with Studio Engineering, Manufacturing, and CAE
- Performing checks for DPA and SDS requirements, tracking and resolving AIMS issues, leading 2D and 3D release process, and tracking and implementing Change Control
- CAD duties performed in Catia V5 and managed in TCe
- Knowledge of WERS(Worldwide Engineering Release System).
IP Finish Panel D & R Engineer (Ford North America)
Aerotek
08.2013 - 04.2016
- Responsible for design and functional lead of IP Finish Panels, maintaining / creating: AVBOM, CMF-s, conducting TO4 / 5-s, all financials, 2EC / 3EC / CPA-s, eFDVS, MSOW, EQOS / Integrator, etc, support tooling and VP build
- Supporting CADF / MADF and Studio feasibility meetings for IP Finish Panels
- Handle day-to-day activities such as: packaging requests for new program content, engineering estimates, etc.
Senior Product Designer (Ford of Australia)
Bayside Personnel
02.2012 - 07.2013
- Lead design for Console for new global SUV program
- Design responsibilities will include, interfacing with Studio Engineering, Manufacturing, CAE, and suppliers
- Performing checks for DPA and SDS requirements, tracking and resolving AIMS issues, leading 2D and 3D release process, and tracking and implementing Change Control
- CAD duties performed in Catia V5 and managed in TCe
- Knowledge of WERS(Worldwide Engineering Release System).
Vehicle Integration Engineer (Ford of Australia)
Bayside Personnel
07.2010 - 02.2012
- Monitor and track AIMS for the Ford T6 Program
- Monitor and approve WERS concerns for Vehicle Integration for the Ford T6 Program
- Organize and participate in R202 and PVP drive evaluations for the Ford T6 Program
- Track and help resolve issues identified in R202 and PVP drive evaluations
- Launch support for Ford T6 Program in Australia and Thailand.
Designer (Ford of Australia)
Bayside Personnel
07.2007 - 06.2010
- Component packaging, feasibility, design, and data management for Cooling Hose, Engine Mount, Exhaust and Fuel Systems on Global Ford Ranger Program
- Performed engine motion studies to verify all DPA and SDS requirements were met
- Lead design for Instrument Panel and Console for Ford Territory and Falcon programs
- Along with design responsibilities, interfaced with Studio Engineering, Manufacturing, CAE, and suppliers
- Performed checks for DPA and SDS requirement, tracked and resolved AIMS issues, led 2D and 3D release process, and tracked and implemented Change Control
- CAD duties performed in Catia V5 and IDEAS and managed in TCe
- Knowledge of WERS(Worldwide Engineering Release System).
Designer (Meridian Automotive)
Hoff & Associates
05.2005 - 10.2006
- Design responsible for feasibility, design, packaging, and release drawings for exterior lighting components for Mazda 6 program
- On site interface with Mazda for studio and engineering
- All duties performed on site in Hiroshima, Japan
- Design and packaging done in IDEAS.
Designer (Lear Corporation)
PGK Engineering
02.2005 - 05.2005
- Performed lead design responsibilities for component design and packaging on headliners and interior trim for Nissan Tiida program
- All duties performed on site in Atsugi City, Japan
- Design and packaging done in IDEAS.
Designer
Summit Polymers Inc
03.1999 - 02.2005
- Performed lead design responsibilities for component feasibility, packaging, and design for Instrument Panel on Ford F150 program
- Component feasibility, packaging, and design for Instrument Panels and Consoles for Nissan Pathfinder and Xterra program
- All duties performed on site in Yokohama, Japan
- Component feasibility, packaging, and design for Instrument Panels on Ford F150, Ford F250, Explorer, and Ford 500 programs
- Design and packaging done in PDGS, IDEAS, and ICEM Surf.
Designer (UTA)
Livernois Engineering
05.1998 - 03.1999
- Wire harness packaging for engine compartment and battery cables for PN150, UN150, and P207
- Packaging includes both harness routing and component design
- Design done in both PDGS and IDEAS.
Designer
Jordan Engineering
05.1997 - 05.1998
- Engine packaging for various North and South American Cummins Engine programs
- Packaging and component design for Mirror Brackets, Door Handles and Door Moldings for various Ford vehicle programs.
Designer
Livernois Engineering
03.1995 - 04.1997
- Engine packaging for various North and South American Cummins Engine programs
- Chassis package and component design for Engine Mounts, Fluid Handling Systems, and Exhaust Systems for various Ford vehicle programs
- Process Engineering Change Notices for release of 2D and 3D cad data.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Ferris State University
Big Rapids, MI11.1990
Associates in Applied Science, Technical Illustration -
Ferris State University
06.1988
Catia V6
04.2020
R202 Training And Development
09.2010
NX
09.2018
Catia V5
05.2007
Skills
Catia V6(3DX)
Enovia
Catia V5
Teamcenter
NX
Timeline
Staff Level Design Engineer
Rivian
04.2020 - 04.2024
Senior Product Designer
Summit Polymers, Inc.
04.2016 - 02.2020
IP Finish Panel D & R Engineer (Ford North America)
Aerotek
08.2013 - 04.2016
Senior Product Designer (Ford of Australia)
Bayside Personnel
02.2012 - 07.2013
Vehicle Integration Engineer (Ford of Australia)
Bayside Personnel
07.2010 - 02.2012
Designer (Ford of Australia)
Bayside Personnel
07.2007 - 06.2010
Designer (Meridian Automotive)
Hoff & Associates
05.2005 - 10.2006
Designer (Lear Corporation)
PGK Engineering
02.2005 - 05.2005
Designer
Summit Polymers Inc
03.1999 - 02.2005
Designer (UTA)
Livernois Engineering
05.1998 - 03.1999
Designer
Jordan Engineering
05.1997 - 05.1998
Designer
Livernois Engineering
03.1995 - 04.1997
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Ferris State University
Associates in Applied Science, Technical Illustration -
Ferris State University
Catia V6
R202 Training And Development
NX
Catia V5
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