Jeff Hughes
About Jeff Hughes
Jeff Hughes is a Senior Team Lead and Product Development Engineer specializing in Powertrain Vehicle Cooling at Navistar Inc. He has a strong background in engineering, having led significant projects that improved vehicle cooling systems and reduced warranty impacts.
Work at Navistar
Jeff Hughes has been employed at Navistar Inc. since 2010, serving as a Product Development Engineer and Senior Team Lead in the Powertrain Vehicle Cooling division. In this role, he has led engineering efforts focused on the development and implementation of innovative cooling systems. His work includes the creation of a dual bulb seal recirculation system, which has significantly enhanced stationary cooling effects for the Caterpillar C90 and C93 programs. Hughes has also been involved in validating design improvements with the Finite Element Analysis (FEA) group, contributing to the overall reliability and performance of vehicle cooling systems.
Previous Experience in Engineering
Before joining Navistar, Jeff Hughes held various engineering positions. He worked at Collins & Aikman, Inc. (formerly Textron Automotive Company) as the Director of Engineering for the International Business Unit from 2003 to 2007. Prior to that, he was a Lead Project Engineer at Textron Automotive Company, Inc. from 1998 to 2000. His experience also includes a role as Territory Sales Manager at Total Solution Plastic, LLC from 2009 to 2010. Throughout his career, Hughes has focused on engineering solutions that improve product performance and reduce warranty impacts.
Education and Expertise
Jeff Hughes earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) from Lawrence Technological University, where he studied from 1989 to 1991. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in product development and engineering. Hughes has developed expertise in vehicle cooling systems, project management, and engineering design, which he has applied throughout his career in various roles within the automotive industry.
Achievements in Engineering
Throughout his career, Jeff Hughes has achieved notable results in engineering projects. At Navistar, he redesigned the ring shroud bracket, which led to a 50% reduction in warranty impact. He also coordinated with the field service group to implement a field campaign for updating trucks with new parts. His contributions have enhanced the reliability and performance of vehicle cooling systems, demonstrating his commitment to engineering excellence.