Kathy O.

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About Kathy O.

Top-performing Engineer credited with combining project management, market analysis, and product planning and testing expertise to deliver successful, revenue-generating products and features in highly competitive markets. Over 12 years of experience in design, styling, performance and manufacturing of vehicle products and features. Additional accomplishments in business planning and new business development. AREAS OF EXPERTISE: Project Management Product Planning Strategic Business Planning Business Development Concept Development Competitive Analysis Competitive Vehicle Valuation Feasibility & Profitability Metrics Test Management Master Development Test Plans Vehicle Marketability Vehicle Performance Targets Safety & Restraint Systems Module & Inflator Engineering J.D. Powers Assesments KEY SKILLS ASSESSMENT: PROJECT & TEST MANAGEMENT – Received the Presidents Award for my role in the successful launch of the Nissan 13MY Leaf, acting as Project Manager completing required testing and certification in time for launch despite delays. Also, created a Master Development Test Plan job standard for the department. PRODUCT FEASIBILITY/ MARKET ANALYSIS – Evaluate market and perform competitive analysis through competitive vehicle evaluation in challenging environments and rigorous market expectations. PRODUCT PLANNING – Design and develop from prototype to production, collaborating with design engineers on new ideas and tracking progress of weight, cost and design issues. Provide concept-and-feature direction in the areas of design and styling. Meet with stakeholders regarding contractual obligations, negotiating weight, cost, performance, styling and manufacturing.