Kevin Elskafoss
About Kevin Elskafoss
Kevin Elskafoss is a Vehicle Lead Engineer at Navistar Inc, where he has worked since 2021, following a six-year tenure as a Senior Project Engineer. He holds a Bachelor's and a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering and has over ten years of experience in engineering roles across various companies.
Work at Navistar
Kevin Elskafoss currently serves as a Vehicle Lead Engineer at Navistar Inc, a role he has held since 2021. Prior to this position, he worked as a Senior Project Engineer from 2015 to 2021, contributing to various projects in Lisle, Illinois. His tenure at Navistar has involved significant responsibilities in vehicle engineering and project management.
Education and Expertise
Kevin Elskafoss holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, where he studied from 2005 to 2009. He further advanced his education by obtaining a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Northern Illinois University in 2018. His expertise includes product development, particularly in injection molded plastics and sheet metal parts.
Background
Before his current role, Kevin Elskafoss accumulated diverse engineering experience across several companies. He worked as a Platform Engineer at Navistar from 2012 to 2015 and held various engineering positions at Dynegy, Nexus Technical Services Corporation, and ACH Food Companies. His early career included internships at Nicor Gas and ACH Food Companies, providing him with a solid foundation in engineering principles.
Professional Experience
Kevin Elskafoss has over 10 years of experience in engineering roles, focusing on calculations, designs, technical drawings, and specifications for manufacturing and power plants. His career includes positions as a Project Engineer and Plant Engineer at Dynegy, where he contributed to project execution and operational efficiency.
Technical Skills
Kevin Elskafoss has demonstrated technical aptitude in critical projects throughout his career. His skills encompass creating detailed calculations and designs, as well as developing technical specifications for implementation in various engineering contexts. His experience with both injection molded plastics and sheet metal parts highlights his versatility in product development.