Dave Ritsema
About Dave Ritsema
Dave Ritsema is a Program Manager at Navistar Inc, where he has worked since 2021. He has over three decades of experience in engineering and management roles, including positions at Clark Testing and Robert Bosch North America.
Work at Navistar
Dave Ritsema has been employed at Navistar Inc as a Program Manager since 2021. His role is based in New Carlisle, Indiana, where he oversees various projects and initiatives within the organization. His experience in program management contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of operations at Navistar.
Previous Experience at Clark Testing
Prior to his current position, Ritsema worked at Clark Testing for a total of six years. He served as General Manager from 2015 to 2021, where he was responsible for overall operations. Before that, he held the position of Project Engineer for eight months in 2014 to 2015, contributing to engineering projects in Buchanan, Michigan.
Career at Robert Bosch North America
Ritsema spent 21 years at Robert Bosch North America, where he worked as an Engineering Specialist from 1987 to 2008. His long tenure at Bosch allowed him to develop significant expertise in engineering processes and project management.
Education and Expertise
Ritsema completed his General Studies at Lasalle High School in South Bend, Indiana, graduating in 1978. He furthered his education at Purdue University, where he earned a degree in Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Engineering Technology from 1992 to 1996. His educational background supports his extensive career in engineering and program management.
Experience at CTS Electronics Manufacturing Solutions
From 2008 to 2014, Ritsema worked as a Senior Product Development Technical Specialist at CTS Electronics Manufacturing Solutions. In this role, he focused on product development and technical solutions, enhancing his skills in the electronics manufacturing sector.