Caglayan Akpinar
About Caglayan Akpinar
Caglayan Akpinar is a Global Program Development Leader at Faurecia, specializing in the Ford Transit program since 2016. With over a decade of experience in the automotive industry, he has held various roles in program development and launch across both the United States and France.
Work at Faurecia
Caglayan Akpinar has been employed at Faurecia since 2012, holding various roles that demonstrate his expertise in automotive program development. Currently, he serves as the Global Program Development Leader for the V36xmca Transit program, a position he has held since 2018. He also leads the Ford Transit V36xmca Program Launch since 2016. His earlier roles at Faurecia include positions focused on cockpit architecture and design for assembly, contributing to the development of automotive interior systems. His tenure at Faurecia spans over a decade, showcasing his commitment to the company and the automotive industry.
Previous Experience at Visteon Corporation
Before joining Faurecia, Caglayan Akpinar worked at Visteon Corporation from 2008 to 2011. During this time, he held roles as an Ingénieur Application for the T8x and B7x programs. His work involved application engineering, where he contributed to the development and implementation of automotive programs. This experience provided him with a solid foundation in automotive engineering and program management.
Background in Product and Process Management
Caglayan Akpinar has a background in product and process productivity management, having worked at Eurostyle Systems from 2002 to 2008. His roles included Chef De Projet Productivité Produit-process and Pilote Produit Vie Série - Technicien Dév Produit. This experience equipped him with skills in managing product lifecycle and process efficiency, which are crucial in the automotive sector.
International Professional Experience
Caglayan Akpinar has extensive international experience, having worked in both the United States and France. His roles at Visteon Corporation in Michigan and various positions at Faurecia in Nanterre, Ile-de-France, highlight his ability to navigate different markets and cultural contexts within the automotive industry. This international exposure enhances his capability in global program development.
Expertise in Automotive Program Development
With over a decade of experience in program development and launch within the automotive industry, Caglayan Akpinar has demonstrated expertise in managing complex automotive projects. His involvement in multiple programs at Faurecia, including the Ford Transit and FCA CKP, showcases his ability to lead initiatives from conception to execution. His focus on cockpit architecture and design for assembly further emphasizes his specialized knowledge in automotive interior systems.