Dave Huebschen
About Dave Huebschen
Dave Huebschen is a Senior Product Development Purchasing Brake Systems Subject Matter Expert at Harley-Davidson Motor Company, where he has worked since 2015. He has extensive experience in engineering and product development, having held various leadership roles in multiple companies over the past several decades.
Current Role at Harley-Davidson
Dave Huebschen serves as the Senior Product Development Purchasing Brake Systems Subject Matter Expert (SME) at Harley-Davidson Motor Company. He has held this position since 2015, contributing to product development and purchasing strategies specifically related to brake systems. His role involves leveraging customer feedback and aligning product specifications with market expectations.
Previous Experience at Generac Power Systems
Prior to his current role, Dave Huebschen worked at Generac Power Systems as the Senior Engineering Manager for Large Industrial Gensets from 2012 to 2015. In this role, he oversaw engineering projects related to large generator sets, focusing on enhancing product performance and reliability.
Educational Background in Mechanical Engineering
Dave Huebschen studied Mechanical Engineering at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) from 1981 to 1985. He furthered his education at Marquette University, obtaining a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering (MSME) from 1990 to 1994.
Expertise in Product Development and Quality Assurance
Dave Huebschen specializes in various aspects of product development and quality assurance. He utilizes Voice of Customer techniques, including Quality Function Deployment (QFD), to ensure that product development aligns with customer expectations. His expertise extends to regulatory compliance with UL and CSA standards, as well as advanced product quality planning tools such as PPAP, APQP, and FMEA.
Career Progression and Leadership Roles
Throughout his career, Dave Huebschen has held several leadership positions in engineering and product development. He served as Engineering Director at Waterloo Industries and as Engineering and Quality Director at Bossard North America. His experience also includes roles at Actuant Corporation as VP Engineering and at Milwaukee Electric Tool as Chief Engineer.