James A. Gamble

Background

About James A. Gamble

With a proven track record in advancing engineering projects, my focus as a chartered Senior Manager at EDAG Group lies in steering multidisciplinary teams towards achieving ambitious project deliverables that meet the intricate demands of the automotive industry. My role encompasses global collaboration and direct managerial responsibilities, both locally and internationally. Harnessing extensive technical expertise in chassis and powertrain systems, I've contributed to executing EDAG's international goals while reinforcing our dedication to quality and process optimization. This dedication has consistently resulted in projects that not only meet, but exceed client expectations, sustaining EDAG's reputation for engineering excellence. Key Skills: • Project Management (FORD & Bentley (Volkswagen)). • Budget Responsibility & Control. • Engineering Expertise (Chassis, Exterior, Interior, Powertrain (Transmissions & Driveline), Electrical, Whole Vehicle (NVH), Manufacture, Testing, Quality (Standards & Regulations)). • Materials & Processes (Polymers & Polyurethanes). • Quality Systems/ Audit (IATF/ TS 16949, ISO/ IEC 17025, QS & ISO 9001). • Team Leadership/ Work (Failure Mode Avoidance (Process & Design FMEA), Attributes (PALS), Requirements (IBM Doors), Test (DVP/ R), APQP & PPAP (SQA) and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM & PDM)). • FMEA Methods (VDA, AIAG, IEC 60812, SAE J1739 & VDA/ AIAG Combined). Major Achievements: • Implemented new Advanced Quality Function for EDAGUK providing advanced engineering capability for application of advanced technologies and principles within D&D of products, systems & processes. • Exclusively instigated, undertook and managed the project of D&D of LINPAC Test Facility. Through implementing BS EN ISO/IEC 17025 for ‘UKAS Testing’ accreditation, NO. 2428, as Worlds’ first polymer injection moulder. • Received a CAPEX budget of for the above. However, supplied for less than • Created competitive advantage as only UKAS supplier to certify BS EN 13117-2: Transport packaging tests. Training: Various courses including: VDA/ AIAG Combined FMEA Awareness Training, Introduction to Automotive Transmissions, FORD GPDS, FORD Integrator, Team Facilitation Skills, SCIO FMEA software, Auditing in UKAS Accredited Laboratories, DASYlab, 5S’s & TPM, Basic Measurement Techniques for CMM’s, Microsoft Project Creating a World-Class Adaptive Organisation- Product Innovation and Development, Plastics Processing, Properties & Applications and Plastic Materials & Injection Moulding.