Bruno Hamelin
About Bruno Hamelin
Bruno Hamelin is a Senior Global Seat Architect at Faurecia, with over 20 years of international experience in the automotive industry. He has led significant projects, holds multiple patents, and is fluent in English and French.
Work at Faurecia
Bruno Hamelin has held multiple roles at Faurecia since 1999. He is currently the Senior Global Seat Architect, a position he has held since 2018 in Auburn Hills, Michigan. Prior to this, he served as Senior Design Manager - Metal and Technical Customer Interface Manager. His experience at Faurecia includes significant positions such as Engineering Manager Mechanism Asia and Engineering Manager / Seat Architect in various locations including Shanghai and the Greater Detroit Area.
Education and Expertise
Bruno Hamelin studied at EI.CESI - Ecole d'ingénieurs du CESI, where he earned a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering and Production from 1997 to 1999. He possesses over 20 years of international experience in the automotive industry, specializing in managing engineering programs with sales reaching up to USD 1.5 billion. His expertise includes Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), critical for precision in engineering designs.
Background
Bruno Hamelin has a diverse background in the automotive sector, having worked in various locations including Japan, China, and the United States. His career at Faurecia spans over two decades, during which he has developed a strong foundation in engineering management and seat architecture. He is fluent in both English and French, which facilitates effective communication in multicultural environments.
Achievements
Bruno Hamelin has led significant projects, including the Nissan P33A complete seat design and development project, which generated USD 176 million in sales. He holds twelve registered patents, reflecting his innovation in the automotive seating industry. His proven track record includes delivering reliable, cost-saving, and long-term design solutions in automotive seating systems.
Mentorship and Development
Bruno Hamelin is experienced in training, coaching, and mentoring junior engineers. His commitment to developing future engineering talent contributes to the growth of the industry. His leadership in engineering teams emphasizes knowledge sharing and skill enhancement among emerging professionals.