Normand Whitehead
GRANBY,QC
Summary
Results-driven R&D Engineering Technologist with expertise in mechanical and electronic design. Specializes in lean manufacturing and parts documentation, leading cross-functional teams to improve productivity and reduce costs in new product development. Focused on optimizing engineering processes to enhance efficiency and drive successful product introductions.
Overview
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2
Languages
1
1
Certification
40
40
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior R&D Engineering Technologist
Trilliant
Granby, Quebec
06.2006 - Current
- In charge of creating and implementing, parts, spec's, documents, ECO's, BOM's & Sub-BOM's in ARENA PLM & SAP systems.In charge of NPI (New Product Introduction) for new prototypes assembly PCBA and Bare PCBs.
- Developed and implemented project documentation, specifications, ECOs, BOMs, and Sub-BOMs in ARENA PLM and SAP systems; managed New Product Introduction processes for assembly of prototypes, including PCBA and bare PCBs.
- In charge of creating and implementing, parts, spec's, documents, ECO's, BOM's & Sub-BOM's in ARENA PLM & SAP systems.
In charge of NPI (New Product Introduction) for new prototypes assembly PCBA and Bare PCBs.
Director of Engineering
Sido
Granby, Québec
04.2005 - 06.2006
- Led engineering teams in developing innovative product designs and solutions that addressed customer needs.
- Streamlined engineering processes, enhancing workflow efficiency and effectiveness across projects.
- Led team of technicians in developing manufacturing methods for optimal machining of high-end metal aircraft parts, focusing on landing gears and actuator systems in AS-9000 environment.
- Automated First Article Reports (FAI) and quote process with CATIA 3D Solids, streamlining approval process and enhancing responsiveness.
- Collaborated with cross-functional departments to ensure alignment on project goals and timelines, facilitating timely project delivery.
Tecnical Account Manager
Viasystems
Granby, Quebec
01.2002 - 01.2005
- Managed client accounts to drive product satisfaction and ensure timely service delivery.
- Conducted training sessions for clients on product features and best practices to enhance user experience.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to resolve technical issues, enhancing product solutions.
- Led team of technicians to enhance manufacturability and yield of PCB part codes. Collaborated with automotive OEM engineers and designers in early design phases, providing CAD design rule checks and DFM exercises to present customers with scenarios that increased productivity while ensuring quality in validation and pre-production phases using lean manufacturing techniques.
Director of Engineering & Cad Cam
Viasystems
Granby, Quebec
01.2000 - 01.2002
- Led 5 PCB CAD technicians and 5 PCB Engineers, delivering clear and precise documents (CAD drawings, tooling instructions, job traveler, ECRs) to CAD department for modifications via VALOR Genesis station, facilitating release of approximately 200 tool numbers monthly. Conducted internal ISO 9000 audits for Canadian plants.
- Led engineering teams in design and development of advanced manufacturing solutions, improving overall project outcomes.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance product design and performance, resulting in improved product quality and user satisfaction.
- Managed budgets and resources to optimize project execution and delivery timelines.
New Product Introduction Manager
Viasystems
Granby, Quebec
06.1986 - 01.2000
- Led a team of 4 technicians to introduce products under tight schedules, securing new business opportunities and increasing revenues. Oversaw setup, documentation, and progress tracking of new products in production to ensure quality, manufacturability, and on-time delivery. Documented qualification reports using SPC tools to analyze product and process attributes, facilitating predictions and adjustments for ramp-up and full production phases.
- Introduced and documented new flip chip technology & Thick Copper products for an important automotive OEM.
• Worked closely with engineers on site, in our Chinese and European plants, to transfer knowledge and skills in order to make their front-end departments operational and efficient faster. - Led cross-functional teams to successfully launch new products, ensuring alignment and collaboration across departments.
- Managed timelines and resources for product introductions, facilitating on-time delivery and adherence to project goals.
- Developed product specifications in collaboration with engineering teams.
Education
AEC Certificate - Scientific Organization of Manufacturing & Product
Cégep De Granby
Granby, QC 01.2000 - 12.2002
1st Cycle Certificate - Business Administration
Université De Sherbrooke
Sherbrooke, QC 01.1995 - 03.1997
DEC - Instrumentaion And Controls
Cégep De Granby
Granby, QC 08.1983 - 05.1986
Certificate - Microelectronics
Université De Sherbrooke
Sherbrooke, QC 08.1985 - 12.1986
Skills
- New product introduction
- Project management
- Mechanical design
- Electronic design
- Documentation management
- Lifecycle management
- Lean manufacturing
- Supply chain management
Languages
English
Full Professional
French
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- GD&T (ASME) Y14.5 certificate
- IPC-6012 and IPC-A-600 certificates
Accomplishments
- 2016 CEO AWARD - NPI and PCB Optimisation work
- 2020 CEO AWARD - QLC Quadlogic Family 5 Metering integration
Timeline
Senior R&D Engineering Technologist
Trilliant
06.2006 - Current
Director of Engineering
Sido
04.2005 - 06.2006
Tecnical Account Manager
Viasystems
01.2002 - 01.2005
AEC Certificate - Scientific Organization of Manufacturing & Product
Cégep De Granby
01.2000 - 12.2002
Director of Engineering & Cad Cam
Viasystems
01.2000 - 01.2002
1st Cycle Certificate - Business Administration
Université De Sherbrooke
01.1995 - 03.1997
New Product Introduction Manager
Viasystems
06.1986 - 01.2000
Certificate - Microelectronics
Université De Sherbrooke
08.1985 - 12.1986
DEC - Instrumentaion And Controls
Cégep De Granby
08.1983 - 05.1986