Peter Doval
About Peter Doval
Peter Doval is a System Engineer specializing in Vehicle Dynamics at Harley-Davidson Motor Company, where he has worked since 2015. He holds a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and has extensive experience in vehicle design and performance evaluation.
Work at Harley-Davidson
Peter Doval has been employed at Harley-Davidson Motor Company since 2015, currently holding the position of System Engineer - Vehicle Dynamics. His role involves providing advisory support to new product teams on vehicle dynamics, focusing on parts, systems, and entire motorcycles. Prior to his current position, he worked as Engineer I - CAE from 2012 to 2015, where he contributed to computer-aided engineering projects. Doval also completed a two-year co-op as a Vehicle Design & Integration Co-op from 2009 to 2011, gaining practical experience in vehicle design.
Education and Expertise
Peter Doval earned a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in 2012. He completed his undergraduate studies at the same institution, achieving a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from 2006 to 2011. His academic background provided a solid foundation for his expertise in vehicle dynamics and engineering principles, which he applies in his current role at Harley-Davidson.
Research Experience
Doval has significant research experience from his time at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee's Advanced Manufacturing & Design Laboratory. He served as an Undergraduate Research Assistant for a total of five months in 2011, where he contributed to various research projects. Following this, he worked as a Graduate Research Assistant in 2012 for eleven months, further enhancing his skills in manufacturing and design processes.
Technical Contributions
In his current role as System Engineer - Vehicle Dynamics, Peter Doval performs evaluations aimed at enhancing motorcycle ride quality and handling performance. His work focuses on critical components such as tires, suspension systems, and chassis design. He utilizes virtual motorcycle multibody dynamic models to simulate maneuvers, which aids in the early stages of product development, ensuring that new motorcycles meet performance standards.