DAVID SHERMAN 23143 Sheridan Dearborn, Michigan 48128 davsherm@gmail.com CAREER SUMMARY A Mechanical Engineer with experience working in dynamometer / lab environment, including onsite product durability testing at Chrysler LLC. Strong working knowledge of Transmission Control Systems, CAN, and Rig troubleshooting, coupled with critical thinking and problem solving skills. Highly trained in Dynamometer testing practices, data acquisition systems and analysis. An enhancer of unenthusiastic customer relationships. Strong project management and communication skills. Core Competencies include: * European Design / Engineering * Process Improvement * Dual Clutch Transmissions * Electromagnetic Compatibility * Light Duty Truck Transmissions * Diesel Applications * On Site Customer Relations * Government Compliance PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE GETRAG TRANSMISSIONS CORPORATION, Sterling Heights, MI 2007-2008 Tier 1 Automotive Transmission Manufacturer Test Engineer / Onsite Customer Durability Test Leader Provided onsite Customer support at Chrysler Corporation responding to customer inquiries, analysis of malfunctioning transmissions, data analysis, confirmation of findings with home office in Cologne, Germany. Also supported special testing such as EMC, Chelsea Proving Ground. * Directed $3 Million of Transmission Product, 30 Transmissions, through severe customer durability testing from installation through end of test, six of which were critical for vehicle program survival. * Accelerated $150 Milllion contract signing with Chrysler by providing superior customer service as part of five person team and proving the US office was capable of handling product development needs. * Improved team efficiency 50% by implementing Portable Internet and mail for vehicle analysis and instant feedback of experimental solutions to team in Cologne, Germany. * Implemented and managed €180,000 Data Logging Equipment that identified deficiencies within the test environment ensuring timely corrective action. * Deployed for two months to headquarters in Cologne, Germany for specialized training in power shift dual clutch transmission diagnosis resulting in 50% increase in efficiency. * Trained two new team members ensuring faster customer response and improved efficiency. FORD MOTOR COMPANY, Dearborn, MI 2003-2006 Automotive Manufacturer Leader of PCM / Vehicle Cold Start Performance ( Paid Intern ) 2006 Led 4 month benchmarking study of PCM computer and conducted cold vehicle start testing to verify design intent. Truck Emissions Benchmarking Project Leader ( Paid Intern ) 2005 Oversaw four month-long, four competitive vehicle investigation. * Developed and implemented comprehensive 4K emissions test plan of Light Duty Trucks: P221, Nissan Titan, Dodge Hemi Ram. Testing included FTP ( 75CVS ) and US06 at both 5000 and 6500 GVW. Transmission Software Conversion Utility Project Leader 2004 ( Paid Intern ) Led four month project on Heavy Duty Trucks ( over 8500 GVW ). * Avoided two years of additional transmission calibration and two calibration trips totaling $1.2 Million dollars by authoring and troubleshooting Transmission Software Conversion Utility. Developed action plan, negotiated with team for support, completed on time. Durability Project Leader ( Paid Intern ) 2003 Led short term project for Hybrid Gas Electric Escape SUV. * Prevented ½ model year vehicle program delay by supervising build up of critical Durability vehicles. * Increased Technician efficiency 50% by foreseeing and troubleshooting vague part installation procedures, and discovering missing parts on behalf of technicians. EDUCATION BS, Mechanical Engineering, Major, University of Michigan, Dearborn, MI 2006 TECHNOLOGY * Vector CANope * CancaseXL log * Erimic Cardalog PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS Theta Tau Professional Engineering Fraternity