Experience

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  Cnh

  Jan 1999 - Jan 2010

  • Supervised a team of CFD analysts to support product development for AG & CE.• Led company’s effort to define High-Performance Computing (HPC) strategy, conducted due diligence, and benchmarked computers to build business case for investment.• Drove the continuous improvement in CFD technologies with particular emphasis in engine cooling, heating & air-conditioning (HVAC), fan noise, and hydraulic valves. • Led the build-up of the CFD team. Interviewed and hired personnel internationally (Italy and Belgium), mentored and trained the new hires.• Managed the most advanced types of CFD analysis in CNH and widely recognized within company as the leading expert in CFD, called to develop, assess and trouble shoot highest priority initiatives. • Performed the most advanced CFD analysis for agricultural and construction equipment.• Built large-scale CFD models of vehicles and performed complex thermal analysis. • Started the CFD area in the company.• Performed 3D calculations for engine cooling, HVAC and operator comfort.

  • R&D Manager (AG & CE)

    Jan 2006 - Jan 2010

  • CFD Team Leader

    Jan 2005 - Jan 2006

  • Principal Engineer

    Jan 2001 - Jan 2005

  • Senior Technical Specialist

    Jan 1999 - Jan 2001
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  Cnh

  Jan 2011 - Jan 2013

  Global engineering manager, (all product lines)

  • Responsible world-wide for all aero-thermal/fluid analysis • Supervised staff of 15 CFD analysts in the U.S., France, Belgium and Italy. • Lead the development of next generation aero-thermal/fluid simulation methods.

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  Cnh industrial

  Jan 2014 - now

  Global engineering manager (all product lines)

  (Position ended due to companywide layoffs in April 2024; currently seeking new opportunities)• Responsible world-wide for all aero-thermal/fluid and noise/vibration analysis, supporting 50 products in off and on-highway vehicles • Managed and led a team of 20+ cross-functional experts across the U.S., Europe, and India• Led the virtual validation for all emissions programs worldwide• Directed project planning, budgeting, and execution for global product lines.• Delivered strategic program updates and risk profiles to executive leadership.• Spearheaded business transformation efforts by applying Lean Six Sigma principles to streamline 150+ processes. • Researched and implemented new technologies in the areas of digital twin and AI. • Directed the implementation of Machine Learning design optimization to reduce development costs.• Coordinated the complete virtual validation and verification plans of three large tractor programs. Show less