Chad Watermolen
About Chad Watermolen
Chad Watermolen is a Cost Engineer II at Navistar Inc, where he has worked since 2014. He has held various engineering roles at the company since 1998, including Senior Project Engineer and Product Development Engineer.
Work at Navistar
Chad Watermolen has been employed at Navistar Inc since 1998, holding various engineering positions. He currently serves as a Cost Engineer II in Lisle, IL, a role he has occupied since 2014. Prior to this, he worked as a Senior Project Engineer from 2005 to 2008 and as a Product Development Engineer, Sr. Team Lead since 2008. His earlier roles at Navistar included Computer Aided Design Engineer, Associate Project Engineer, and Project Engineer, all based in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Education and Expertise
Chad Watermolen earned a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from the Milwaukee School of Engineering. His education laid the foundation for his extensive career in engineering, particularly in the automotive industry. His expertise spans various engineering disciplines, including cost engineering, project management, and product development.
Background
Chad Watermolen began his career at Navistar Inc in 1998 as a Computer Aided Design Engineer. Over the years, he progressed through several roles, gaining experience in project engineering and product development. His tenure at Navistar has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of engineering processes and project management within the automotive sector.
Career Progression
Chad Watermolen's career at Navistar reflects a steady progression through various engineering roles. He transitioned from a Computer Aided Design Engineer to an Associate Project Engineer, followed by a Project Engineer position. After three years as a Senior Project Engineer, he took on the role of Product Development Engineer, Sr. Team Lead, before becoming a Cost Engineer II. This trajectory highlights his adaptability and growth within the company.