Brad Munchel
About Brad Munchel
Brad Munchel is a Senior Project Engineer specializing in off-highway applications at Allison Transmission, where he has worked since 2017. He has a background in mechanical engineering and has contributed to product development at Firestone Industrial Products, earning multiple patents and industry awards during his career.
Work at Allison Transmission
Brad Munchel has been employed at Allison Transmission as a Senior Project Engineer in the Off-highway division since 2017. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing various engineering projects related to off-highway applications. His experience in product development and engineering contributes to the company's innovation and product offerings in the automotive sector.
Previous Experience at Firestone Industrial Products
Before joining Allison Transmission, Brad Munchel worked at Firestone Industrial Products in various engineering roles. He started as a Junior Product Development Engineer from 2004 to 2007, then progressed to a Product Development Engineer from 2007 to 2014, and finally served as a Senior Product Development Engineer from 2014 to 2017. During his tenure, he successfully introduced multiple new products for OEM programs.
Education and Expertise
Brad Munchel earned a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology from Purdue University, where he studied from 1999 to 2003. He also completed his high school education at Center Grove High School, achieving an Honor's diploma from 1995 to 1999. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his engineering career.
Patents and Innovations
Brad Munchel has made significant contributions to engineering through his innovative work, including being granted a US patent in 2015 (Patent No: 8,950,765). Throughout his career, he has filed four patent applications, highlighting his commitment to advancing technology in his field.
Awards and Recognition
Throughout his career, Brad Munchel has received several awards for his contributions to engineering and product development. He was recognized with the Tesla Supplier of the Year Award in 2015 and won the Popular Mechanics Innovative New Product Award in 2008. Additionally, he has been honored with four Presidents Awards in 2008, 2010, 2014, and 2015 for his outstanding performance.