Brandon Bowman

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About Brandon Bowman

OVERVIEW Accomplished and focused professional with demonstrated experience in a diverse range of physical testing and virtual analysis across multiple international BUs. Highly collaborative with design and test teams for automotive product development while also providing educational resources for early concept development and optimization. Recognized for professionalism, positive attitude, commitment to excellence, and demonstrated ability to communicate and work with senior management, associates, customers and suppliers. Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines under pressure. Innately resourceful and adaptable to change. Currently seeking a position to apply skills and experience in a diverse and impactful way creating and implementing efficient strategies, developing people and group capabilities, and managing fun and exciting products. TECHNICAL SUMMARY 18 years of automotive experience in product development engineering, involving physical & virtual testing 13 years of experience in CAE Analysis with hands on working knowledge of various software platforms 5 years of experience in physical validation testing Strong understanding of system and full vehicle Dynamics, Vibrations, Fatigue/Durability, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis & Project Management Well versed in composite & plastic part development with Design, Supplier/ Manufacturing & Analysis Well versed in formed and cast part development with Design, Supplier & Analysis Well versed in a variety of Manufacturing sensitivities impacting efficient structural part development Well versed in preparing and presenting technical reports and program updates Software Platforms (Windows & Linux):UGNX, ANSA/META, Altair/OptiStruct, Abaqus, NX Nastran, MSC Nastran, Permas, nCode, CATIA, MATLAB