Justin Mattimore
About Justin Mattimore
Justin Mattimore is a Senior Product Development Engineer specializing in Powertrain Controls and OBD at Navistar, where he has worked since 2012. He holds a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering from Clemson University and has extensive experience in vehicle dynamics modeling and cost-saving initiatives.
Current Role at Navistar
Justin Mattimore serves as a Senior Product Development Engineer in Powertrain Controls and OBD at Navistar. He has held this position since 2012, contributing to the development and optimization of powertrain control systems. His role involves defining system and component requirements to ensure compliance with control and vehicle specifications. He has also developed a comprehensive Design Validation Plan to guide improvements in product development.
Previous Experience at Navistar
Prior to his current role, Justin worked at Navistar as a Senior Product Development Engineer focused on Hybrid Powertrain for eight months in 2011. During this time, he was involved in various projects aimed at enhancing hybrid powertrain technologies, contributing to the company's efforts in sustainable vehicle solutions.
Education in Electrical Engineering
Justin Mattimore earned a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering with a focus on Intelligent Systems from Clemson University, where he studied from 2008 to 2010. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Clemson University, which he completed from 2004 to 2007. His academic background has provided him with a solid foundation in engineering principles and systems.
Research and Development Experience
Justin's early career included a role as a Research Assistant at Clemson University from 2008 to 2010. He also worked as a Co-op at SPAWAR from 2006 to 2010, where he gained practical experience in engineering. His work involved developing a vehicle longitudinal dynamics model for Hardware in the Loop (HIL) testing, which contributed to advancements in vehicle dynamics and control systems.
Internship and Early Career Contributions
Justin's professional journey began with an internship at Robert Bosch in 2003, where he communicated validation status to executive management. His early experiences laid the groundwork for his later achievements, including leading a team to redesign an actuator harness, which resulted in significant cost savings. He has also played a key role in reducing warranty claims and identifying cost-saving opportunities in product design.