Mark Griffiths
Kyneton,Vic.
Summary
Engineering Professional with Mechanical/Systems Engineering Design and Development knowledge and experience across a variety of manufacturing industries, the majority in Automotive Product Development.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
ADAS Attribute Engineer
Ford Australia
LARA
04.2017 - 05.2023
- Most recently executed DVP sign-off for two new to market ADAS features for Next Gen Ranger and Everest, conducting both real world and functional testing, issue resolution employing project and time management skills
- The Company restructured in 2023 and elected to take a voluntary redundancy.
CAD BUSINESS LEAD
Ford Australia
BROADMEDOWS
06.2013 - 04.2017
- Worked with Senior Management to effectively manage and track the overall yearly Asia Pacific CAD headcount, PO and travel budgets (approx USD$10mil PA) to meet or exceed targets.
CAD Manager Interiors
FORD CHENNAI INDIA
05.2010 - 06.2013
- The assignment was to grow and develop a relatively immature offshore Global Engineering Service Centre for Ford’s 3 PD centres into a quality, low-cost alternative
- Over the 3 years period we grew the business of Engineering Services from USD$3.5mil to $21.5, increasing headcount from ~90 to ~580 people
- This remains a proud achievement, while making many cherished memories and lifelong friends.
CAD Supervisor – Instrument Panel Car and Truck
FORD AUSTRALIA
02.2007 - 05.2010
- Interviewing and recruitment of staff for the first Ranger & BT50 program in Australia
- Balancing of workload allocation within the team to meet program timing, while conducting design reviews and tracking issue resolution
- Staff development and performance appraisals.
CAD SENIOR DESIGNER, PROMOTED TO CAD TEAM LeadER – I/P & Console CAR
FORD AUSTRALIA
01.2005 - 02.2007
- Senior Designer and then Team Leader on FG Falcon Instrument Panel & Console working closely with 3 others on the I/P and then the larger team to complete a successful design and release.
CAD Designer & Consultant (Director @ Genesis Product Design)
Various
- Automotive Seats, HVACs and Controls, Glass container product and mould design. Forged part & die design.
Trainee Draftsman & Apprentice Fitter/Machinist
DEPT. DEFENCE
Education
Diploma in Management -
Victoria University of Technology
1997
Cert. Of Tech. Mech. & Structural Design Drafting -
RMIT
01.1988
Completed Fitting & Machining Apprenticeship -
DEPT. OF DEFENCE
01.1984
CNC Basic & Advanced Computer Assisted Programming -
RMIT
01.1983
Production Technician Certificate -
RMIT
01.1983
Fitting & Machining Certificate -
RMIT
01.1981
Skills
- Project Management
- Project Estimation
- Problem Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Customer Focus
- Team Player
- Writing and Verbal Communication
- Supplier Relationships
Activities
In our free time my wife and I enjoy a travelling with our dog Max and exploring new places and meeting people from all walks of life. If not travelling, a simple BBQ or meal, while spending quality time with either family or friends is high of the list.
Timeline
ADAS Attribute Engineer
Ford Australia
04.2017 - 05.2023
CAD BUSINESS LEAD
Ford Australia
06.2013 - 04.2017
CAD Manager Interiors
FORD CHENNAI INDIA
05.2010 - 06.2013
CAD Supervisor – Instrument Panel Car and Truck
FORD AUSTRALIA
02.2007 - 05.2010
CAD SENIOR DESIGNER, PROMOTED TO CAD TEAM LeadER – I/P & Console CAR
FORD AUSTRALIA
01.2005 - 02.2007
CAD Designer & Consultant (Director @ Genesis Product Design)
Various
Trainee Draftsman & Apprentice Fitter/Machinist
DEPT. DEFENCE
Diploma in Management -
Victoria University of Technology
Cert. Of Tech. Mech. & Structural Design Drafting -
RMIT
Completed Fitting & Machining Apprenticeship -
DEPT. OF DEFENCE
CNC Basic & Advanced Computer Assisted Programming -
RMIT
Production Technician Certificate -
RMIT
Fitting & Machining Certificate -
RMIT
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