Nick Huffman
About Nick Huffman
Nick Huffman is a Senior Program Engineering Manager at Allison Transmission, where he has worked since 2023. He has extensive experience in program management and engineering, having held various roles at companies such as Valeo, Eaton Corp, and Visteon Corporation.
Current Role at Allison Transmission
Nick Huffman serves as the Senior Program Engineering Manager at Allison Transmission, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he leads a multidisciplinary team through a matrix organization, coordinating efforts across contracts, purchasing, quality, finance, engineering, and manufacturing. His responsibilities include overseeing program development and ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.
Previous Experience at Allison Transmission
Prior to his current role, Nick Huffman worked at Allison Transmission as a Program Engineering Manager from 2022 to 2023. During this time, he was involved in managing engineering programs and facilitating project execution to meet organizational goals.
Professional Background in Automotive Industry
Nick Huffman's career in the automotive industry includes significant roles at various companies. He worked at Valeo as a Program Manager and Launch Manager from 2019 to 2022, and as a Senior Launch Program Manager from 2021 to 2022. Additionally, he held positions at Automotive Components Holding/Visteon/Ford as a Metallurgical Engineer/Research Scientist from 2005 to 2011, and at Eaton Corp as a Senior Manufacturing Engineer from 2011 to 2015.
Education and Certifications
Nick Huffman earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Tri-State University, completing his studies from 2000 to 2005. He furthered his education at Cornell University, where he achieved Executive Certificates in Project Leadership and Project Management - 360 in 2023. These certifications reflect his commitment to enhancing his project management skills and leadership capabilities.
Key Contributions and Initiatives
Throughout his career, Nick Huffman has developed project review processes aimed at integrating high-risk issues such as customer satisfaction, timing, quality, and cost into top management discussions. His work has contributed to the development and industrialization of new eAxle product sectors at a global level, showcasing his ability to manage complex engineering challenges.