Michael Barney
About Michael Barney
Michael Barney is a Senior Designer at Insight Global, where he has worked since 2020 in the Detroit Metropolitan Area. He has extensive experience in automotive design, having held various engineering and design roles at General Motors and Prefix Companies, and has collaborated with international teams across multiple countries.
Work at Insight Global
Michael Barney has been employed at Insight Global as a Senior Designer since 2020. He operates within the Detroit Metropolitan Area, contributing to various design projects. His role involves utilizing his extensive design experience and technical skills to meet client needs and project specifications.
Previous Experience in Automotive Design
Before joining Insight Global, Michael Barney worked at Prefix Companies as a Mechanical Engineer - Closures for 9 months in 2019. His career also includes a significant tenure at General Motors, where he held multiple positions, including Design Leader Technical from 1997 to 2000 and Senior Design Release Engineer from 2003 to 2019. His work at General Motors spanned various roles, accumulating over 16 years of experience.
Global Program Experience
Michael has global program experience, collaborating with teams across several countries, including Germany, Korea, China, Australia, Canada, Mexico, and Brazil. This international collaboration has enhanced his ability to manage complex design projects and communicate effectively with diverse teams.
Education and Training
Michael Barney studied Automotive Design at Macomb Community College from 1983 to 1984. He furthered his education at Michigan Technological University, where he earned a Design Engineer Certificate between 2001 and 2005. His educational background has equipped him with the foundational knowledge necessary for his career in automotive design.
Expertise in Automotive Design
Michael has extensive experience in automotive design, particularly in working with suppliers of automotive side door hardware components. He has been involved in all phases from early sourcing activities through design development to Production Part Approval Process (PPAP). His skills include evaluating validation testing results and troubleshooting performance issues, showcasing his hands-on approach to design.