DAVID G. ALLEN, P.Eng
PROFILE
An experienced mechanical engineer skilled in team development, product design, project management, quality control systems including ISO 9001, custom manufacturing, reliability analysis and agency approval. Conversant with manufacturing processes such as injection moulding, stamping, metal casting, sheet metal forming and electronic assembly.
EDUCATION
Certificate in Technical and Professional Writing, York University, 2007
M.Eng. in Mechanical Engineering, University of Toronto, 1994
B.A.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering, University of Waterloo, 1989
CAREER HISTORY
WHITESPIRE ENTERPRISES Inc., Toronto (2007-Date)
President, Director, Design Engineer
Client List includes:
- Transit Design Group, Mississauga
- Esmond Manufacturing, Toronto
- TYCO Electronics Canada, Markham
- Wirefab Industries, Toronto
- Blue Bullfrog Designs, Mississauga
| TYCO Electronics Canada, Markham, Ontario | 1995-2007 |
| Engineering Manager | 1999-2007 |
| Product Engineering Manager | 1997-1999 |
| Product Development Engineer | 1995-1997 |
Engineering Manager
- Directed a group of engineers and technicians to create new designs for electro-mechanical products. Wrote promotional material, product specifications, and application manuals.
- Managed projects in conjunction with Customers, Business Development Managers, and Advanced Manufacturing. Designed the new product development process with the team.
- Coached employees for improved performance, job satisfaction, and career management.
- US Patent # 6,737,598 B1, “Electrical Switch with Limited Contact Arcing”. Granted May 18, 2004. Main Patent Holder.
Product Engineering Manager
- Successfully led the Product Engineering department to implement new product designs and design improvements, created engineering documentation, and qualified product to generate revenue and satisfy customers.
- Developed and led teams for both cable assembly and substation products. The teams significantly improved response time, delivery, and quality performance prompting increases in revenue to over one million dollars.
Product Development Engineer
- Designed and developed connector related products from concept to production to grow the company’s product offering. Product requirements were determined through extensive interactions with key customers.
K-Line Insulators Ltd., Scarborough (1992-1994)
Product Development Engineer
- Designed and developed polymeric insulators that were manufactured and used in the transmission and distribution of electrical power. Designed an innovative line of suspension insulators using optimization techniques, reducing costs significantly.
ALLEN-DUNN Consulting Inc., Toronto (1991-1992)
President, Director, Design Engineer
- Incorporated and managed the operation of Allen-Dunn Consulting Inc. involving accounts receivable, payroll, taxes, and marketing. Won a consulting contract to Ontario Hydro.
Wardrop Engineering Inc., Toronto (1990-1991)
Design Engineer
Canadian Blower / Canada Pumps Ltd., Kitchener (1989-1990)
Product Engineer
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
| - Leadership Training | - Influence Training |
| - Customer Delight | - Priority & Project Management |
| - Six Sigma Champions Training | - Multi-Project Management |
| - Professional Engineers Ontario member since 1991 |
COMPUTER PROFICIENCY
MS Office Suite, MS Project, CAD software, Adobe In-Design, HTML, CSS.
INTERESTS AND ACTIVITIES
Reading, running, martial arts.