Clemente A. Mesa CV

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QUALIFICATIONS

Have comprehensive knowledge of the mechanics of vehicles and of vehicle programs; the product creation processes; performance criteria; methodologies; test procedures; planning; the development, implementation and management of “Speed to Market” processes to support theme, hard point, DMA and vehicle architecture in compressed programs; the creation of FMEAs, DOEs, DVP&Rs, GANTT & PERT program charts; vehicle synthesis, test, development; conventional and advanced prototype build, test and development; the development and management of core expertise groups, its engineers, technicians, shops and test facilities; the effective integration of university labs and talent to the product development process; the leveraging of engineering resources through the engineering services infrastructure that supports the automotive industry; pilot and volume launch support; manufacturing and service.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER SYSTEMS, Inc. (TTS) (04/2003 to present)

Livonia, Michigan

DIRECTOR, Engineering and Operations

TTS provides:

1) Engineering consultation (engine cooling systems, coolants, the cooling air circuit, fan systems, chassis systems and vehicle aero-thermal considerations to include thermal management / protection)

2) Technical (automotive) books that enhance knowledge of fundamental vehicle engineering; turn-key, licensed training systems and engineering seminars, and,

3) Expert witness and case preparation services. Provided expert contribution to the successful settlement of Case No. C 03-2628 CW) in the United States District Court for the Northern District of California; expert contribution to Case No. 05-532866 NI in the State of Michigan, Circuit Court for the County of Wayne, and expert contribution to the ongoing class action for the GMC Intake Manifold Gasket Case in California and Arizona.

MESA AEROTHERMAL ENGINEERING (04/2001 to 04/2003)

Livonia, Michigan

OWNER

1) Developed the business systems and infrastructure for Technology Transfer Systems, its SAN and ISBN designator; Internet sales strategies and book-trade accounts.

2) Developed national/international presence and credibility for TTS through published articles in trade magazine and speaking engagements.

3) Acquired majority equity position in Technology Transfer Systems in March 2003 and merged operations.

AMC/JEEP > RENAULT > CHRYSLER > DAIMLERCHRYSLER (01/1982 to 03/2001)

Note: Separated from DaimlerChrysler in March 2001 with early retirement effective April 2003. The record below reflects vocational continuity through several corporate mergers, acquisitions and ultimately failed reorganizations, all with the same address and phone number.

SUPERVISOR, Advanced Aerothermal Development (06/1998 to 03/2001)

Scientific Labs, DaimlerChrysler Corp., Auburn Hills, Michigan

Directed DaimlerChrysler core expertise engineers and Michigan universities in the development and implementation of emerging technologies into the product development process, for compression of the product creation timeline, product development cost reduction, product improvement and pursuit of competitive advantage. Concentrated on methods to verify and optimize the cooling air circuit, fan and heat exchanger module concurrent with the theme, hard point, DMA and vehicle architecture phases of the vehicle program. Performed vehicle and component testing to expand understanding of electrochemical corrosion in the cooling system during the implementation of aluminum heat exchangers and coolants using organic acid corrosion inhibitors.

MANAGER, Aerothermal Development (04/1991 to 06/1998)

Jeep and Dodge Truck Engineering, Chrysler Corp., Auburn Hills, Michigan

Implemented, developed and managed the Jeep and Dodge Truck thermal management and protection function. Managed core expertise engineers, technicians, shops, test facilities, lab and road testing. Supported the Design Office and Advanced Vehicle Engineering for theme, hard point, digital modeling and assembly and vehicle architecture development for the Jeep Grand Cherokee, Wrangler and Liberty, Dodge Dakota, Durango and 2002 RAM truck.

SUPERVISOR, Vehicle Synthesis, Test and Development (10/1987 to 04/1991)

Jeep and Dodge Truck Engineering, Chrysler Corp., Auburn Hills, Michigan.

Supported the Chrysler product engineering organization with final development and launch of the AMC / Renault Premier during the AMC take-over by Chrysler. Planned and executed the feasibility study for the Renault / Chrysler (ARCAD) Jeep JJ.

MANAGER, Vehicle Synthesis, Test and Development (09/1983 to 10/1987)

Renault / AMC, Detroit, Michigan

Vehicle synthesis, test and development of Renault based vehicles (Alliance, Alliance convertible, Encore, and Medallion programs). Supported Renault France with vehicle test and development in the USA (Alpine GT and R21).

PRINCIPAL ENGINEER > SUPERVISOR - Chassis Systems (01/1982 to 09/1983)

Renault / AMC Engineering Task Force, Detroit, Michigan

Integration of North American sourced chassis components with the Renault "parts kit" for the USA Alliance / Encore programs. Supported prototype fit and function, pilot builds and volume launch.

FORD MOTOR CO. International Operations (06/1973 to 01/1982)

Overseas Engineering Office, Dearborn, Michigan

PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER (07/1977 to 01/1982)

Chassis development of the Mexican CKD version of the F series truck, Lincoln based Venezuelan CKD Conquistador, Australian and South African RHD 4x2 and 4x4 RAM light trucks, RHD heavy truck and Bronco. For the RHD (right hand drive) Australian and South African F-series, designed the steering geometry and adapted the asymmetric twin-I-beam front suspension and steering of the domestic left hand drive F-series to avoid retooling high capital investment components.

Ford Export Corp. Panama Area Office, Panama, South American District

DISTRICT ENGINEER (06/1973 to 07/1977)

Provided technical and field engineering support to 8 major commercial and military truck fleet accounts and 103 Ford dealers in South America and Panama. Analyzed product issues in the sub-tropical and high altitude environments of South, Central America and the Caribbean, with various European assignments. Performed new technology training to South American and European dealer personnel.

THE SINGER CO. International Division (09/1972 to 06/1973)

LIAISON ENGINEER, Brazil Manufacturing Operations

Campinas, Brazil manufacturing operations.

WESTERN ELECTRIC CO. Kearny Works, NJ (05/1968 to 09/1972)

MACHINE DESIGN ENGINEER

Designed and developed high-speed assembly machine-tools and fluidic logic controls for automated assembly operation in environments adverse to human operators.

US ARMY

Infantry Honorably Discharged, E4 (Active 11/1965 to 09/1967)

PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION

BSME:

May 1970, New Jersey Institute of Technology, NJ

GRADUATE:

1970-1971: Engineering Management Training, AT&T Corporate Education Center, Princeton University, NJ.

1971 to 1980: Part time (evenings) at New Jersey Institute of Technology; Stevens Institute of Technology and the University of Michigan

1976: Ford Motor Co. Vehicle Engineering Training

OTHER:

Attended seminars on DOE, DVP&R, FMEA, Statistics/Root Cause Analyses, Gantt/Pert etc. Program Planning, QS-9000, Shainin & Tagushi Analyses, Nature of Work and UAW Personnel Supervisory Training

MISCELLANEOUS / OTHER

· Born and raised in Cuba. Escaped the communist regime in February 1961, was granted asylum in the USA April 1961 and US citizenship in 1968

· Bilingual in English and Spanish

· International business experience (South/Central America/Caribbean and Europe)

· Active CCR with veteran-owned certification, NAICS 541330 and CAGE/NCAGE 3VVV3

· 30 year SAE member. Founding member of the Vehicle Thermal Management Committee and its readers activity.

PUBLICATIONS

SAE:

1993 Transactions SAE paper No. 932979 "Heat Shielding the Dodge Ram Truck"

Chrysler Corp:

1) “Engineering Book of Knowledge” "Vehicle Thermal Management and Protection"

2) “Engineering Book of Knowledge” "Aerothermal Synthesis"

Technology Transfer Systems, Inc.:

3) "The Cooling Air Circuit" (ISBN 0-9720927-9-X) (scheduled for release Spring 2009)

ENGINEERING SEMINARS

Experimental Development of the Cooling Air Circuit (Fan system / shroud / heat exchanger module) to support the Theme, Hard point and Vehicle Architecture Phases, presented with Dr. John Foss, Professor and Director of the Turbulent Shear Flows at Michigan State University.

Experimental Development of Forward Curved Squirrel Cage Automotive HVAC Fans and Volutes, also in conjunction with Dr. John Foss.

TRAINING SYSTEMS (Licensed)

Engine Cooling Systems and Coolants Turn-key Training Systems for Engineers and Technicians

PUBLIC SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS

Featured speaker at the April 1, 2004 NARSA National Convention (Nashville, Tennessee)

Title of discussion: QUO VADIS? A discussion on the effect of evolving automotive and engine cooling technologies such as adaptive cooling systems on the technical composition of the USA vehicle parc and the potential effects on the engine cooling and radiator repair service businesses.

MAGAZINE ARTICLES

Have published numerous articles in CoolProfit$ Magazine on subjects relating to engine cooling, engine coolants and HVAC plenum airflow restriction.

01.03.2010

Text Box: Curriculum Vitae of Clemente A. Mesa