Derek La Monte
About Derek La Monte
Derek La Monte serves as the Lead Off Highway Calibration Engineer at Allison Transmission, where he has worked since 2019. He studied at Purdue University from 2014 to 2018 and has previous experience as an Undergraduate Researcher and a Customer Service Representative.
Work at Allison Transmission
Derek La Monte has been employed at Allison Transmission since 2018. He currently holds the position of Lead Off-Highway Calibration Engineer, a role he has occupied for five years. In this capacity, he is responsible for overseeing calibration processes specific to off-highway applications. Prior to his current role, he served as an Associate Engineer in Calibration and Validation for one year. His work contributes to the development and optimization of transmission systems used in various off-highway vehicles.
Education and Expertise
Derek La Monte studied at Purdue University from 2014 to 2018, where he completed a four-year degree. His education has provided him with a strong foundation in engineering principles, which he applies in his current role at Allison Transmission. His academic background is complemented by practical experience gained through research and engineering positions.
Background
Before joining Allison Transmission, Derek La Monte worked as an Undergraduate Researcher at Purdue University from 2016 to 2018. This role allowed him to engage in research projects, enhancing his technical skills and knowledge in engineering. Additionally, he briefly worked as a Customer Service Representative at Textron Aviation in 2016, where he gained experience in customer relations and service operations.
Professional Experience
Derek La Monte's professional experience includes a range of roles that have shaped his engineering career. He began his career as a Customer Service Representative at Textron Aviation for three months in 2016. Following this, he transitioned to an academic role at Purdue University as an Undergraduate Researcher for two years. His diverse experiences have equipped him with valuable skills that he applies in his current engineering role.