Erick Pineda
About Erick Pineda
Erick Pineda is a Staff Engineer specializing in Reliability Red X at Harley-Davidson Motor Company, where he has worked since 2019. He previously served as a Reliability Engineering Manager at Motorola Mobility for 20 years, developing reliability tests and methodologies.
Current Role at Harley-Davidson
Erick Pineda serves as a Staff Engineer in the Reliability Red X team at Harley-Davidson Motor Company. He has been in this position since 2019, contributing to the company's reliability engineering efforts in Wisconsin. Pineda employs the Shainin Red X problem-solving methodology to effectively tackle significant warranty issues, ensuring that the products meet high reliability standards.
Previous Experience at Motorola Mobility
Before joining Harley-Davidson, Erick Pineda worked at Motorola Mobility for 20 years, from 1996 to 2016. He held the position of Reliability Engineering Manager, where he collaborated closely with design teams and subject matter experts. His work focused on developing new reliability tests tailored to unique product designs, enhancing the overall reliability of Motorola's offerings.
Expertise in Reliability Engineering
Pineda possesses extensive expertise in reliability engineering, particularly in the automotive and telecommunications sectors. His role at Harley-Davidson involved supporting all Electrical System groups as a Senior Reliability Engineer. He concentrated on creating baseline Design Failure Mode and Effects Analyses (DFMEAs) and test plans, which are critical for ensuring product reliability and performance.
Validation of Design Changes
In his current role at Harley-Davidson, Erick Pineda ensures that all process and design changes are validated in accordance with industry standards such as AIAG, APQP, and PPAP. This validation process is essential for maintaining quality and reliability in the manufacturing of Harley-Davidson products, contributing to the company's commitment to excellence.