Eric Terry
About Eric Terry
Eric Terry is a Process Metallurgist with a strong educational background in engineering and materials science. He has over a decade of experience at Allison Transmission, where he focuses on metallurgical design, material selection, and equipment installation.
Work at Allison Transmission
Eric Terry has been employed at Allison Transmission as a Process Metallurgist since 2014. In this role, he is responsible for various tasks that ensure the quality and performance of materials used in production. He has been involved in the purchase and installation of capital equipment, which enhances operational efficiency. Additionally, he conducts capability studies to evaluate the feasibility of new product production under specific constraints. His work also includes providing metallurgical design and material selection support to other engineering groups within the company.
Education and Expertise
Eric Terry holds a Master of Science (MS) in Engineering from Purdue University, which he completed from 2016 to 2017. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Materials Science and Engineering from Purdue University, graduating in 2014 after five years of study. Furthering his education, he obtained a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Indiana University Bloomington between 2017 and 2019. His academic background equips him with a strong foundation in engineering principles and business management.
Background
Before his current role at Allison Transmission, Eric Terry gained experience as a Materials and Process Engineering Co-op at Oshkosh Corporation from 2012 to 2013. He also worked as a Quality and Process Engineering Intern at ArcelorMittal for three months in 2012. These positions allowed him to develop practical skills in metallurgy and process engineering, contributing to his expertise in the field.
Training and Development
In his current position, Eric Terry has trained various functional groups on basic metallurgy theories and their application in production. This training helps ensure that team members understand the critical aspects of metallurgy, which is essential for maintaining quality standards in manufacturing processes. His efforts in training contribute to the overall competency of the workforce at Allison Transmission.
Projects and Initiatives
Eric Terry has been involved in developing and implementing heat treat cycles at Allison Transmission. These cycles are crucial for ensuring that material properties and quality conditions are met for each part produced. His work in this area supports the company's commitment to high-quality manufacturing and product reliability.