John Clark
About John Clark
John Clark is a Lead Design Engineer at CTS Corporation, specializing in the design of plastics and metals. He has extensive experience in engineering roles across various companies, with a strong focus on design for manufacturing and assembly.
Current Position at CTS Corporation
John Clark serves as the Lead Design Engineer at CTS Corporation, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he focuses on the design and development of various engineering projects, leveraging his extensive experience in the field. His work involves utilizing advanced development tools and methodologies to ensure high-quality outcomes in product design.
Education and Expertise
John Clark has a solid educational background in engineering. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Purdue University, completing his studies from 1980 to 1985. He also studied Plastics Technology at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, obtaining a certificate from 2008 to 2010. Additionally, he pursued a certificate in Supervisory Management at Indiana University South Bend between 2004 and 2010. His expertise includes design for manufacturing and assembly (DFMA) for metal, rubber, and plastic parts.
Professional Background
John Clark has held various engineering positions throughout his career. He worked at Robert Bosch for 12 years, where he served as a Senior Engineer in Disc Brake Engineering and later in the Aftermarket Friction division. He then transitioned to Shield Restraint Systems, LLC, where he was the Engineering Team Lead and a Senior Project Engineer. His experience also includes a role as a Mechanical Design Engineer at Safe Fleet from 2016 to 2019.
Technical Skills and Specializations
John Clark specializes in designing injection molded and extruded plastics, as well as various metal fabrication processes, including sand casting, stamping, and die casting. He is proficient in CAD/CAE programs such as SolidWorks, Inventor, CATIA, Solid Edge, and Mold Flow. His technical skills extend to conducting Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and Design Review Based on Failure Modes (DRBFM) to enhance product reliability.
Lean Manufacturing and Quality Management
John Clark applies Lean Manufacturing principles, including Kanban and Kaizen, to improve production efficiency in his engineering projects. He has a strong background in quality management systems, including APQP, PPAP, QS9000, and TS16949, which contribute to his ability to ensure high standards in product development and manufacturing processes.