Michael Pingue

Background

About Michael Pingue

Engineering & Technical Program Managment Proven track record of successful hardware and software product launches: Over 20 years of wide-ranging experience in New Product Development and Introduction, Global Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing Operations, Out-Sourced Services, Offshore Manufacturing, and Customer Services—Result-driven and innovative problem solver. A hands-on leader that refined strategies and led timely execution plans: Quickly assessed challenges, developed appropriate solutions, established clear expectations and implemented feasible solutions to bridge gaps and minimize risks—ability to adapt and thrive in startup to large corporate environments. Highly effective “Change Advocate” for dynamic work environments and transformation projects: Cultivated collaborative engagements, minimized disruptive communication, and streamlined key objectives while considering both business and technical impacts. Core Competencies:[Strategy and Strategic Partnership][ LiDAR: Electro-Mech, Motor, APD, Lasers, SPAD, Optics][Electromechanical, Motors, Semiconductor][Technology and Program Management][HW/SW Life Cycle Development][Quality Management Systems][Supplier Quality][EngineeringNew Product Introduction][Process Improvement & Reengineering][Value Engineering][Cost Model and Analysis][Negotiations and Contracts][Business Development][Technical Commodity Management][Team Coaching and Development][Strategic Sourcing (High Volume)][LED Lighting: LGA, LEDs, Power Supplies][Networking: Connectors, Cable Assemblies][Supplier Development and Performance Management][Technology Sourcing and Cost Management][Technical Operation and Test Development] KEY STRENGTH • Deep electro-mechanical domain knowledge and industry expertise to improve product performance and management. • Successful global supply chain development of EMS Partners, interconnects, cable assemblies, electro-mechanical domains. • Subject matter expert on value engineering and product engineering solutions in R&D through production lifecycle stages. • Architected business procedures to optimize communication channels and reduced operational waste. • Mitigated supply chain capacity and component quality/reliability risks. • Built trust across multi-disciplined functional departments and established team synergy.