Wallace Malheiros
About Wallace Malheiros
Wallace Malheiros serves as the Sr. Director of Product Engineering at Tennant Company, bringing extensive experience from previous roles at Whirlpool Corporation, Crosman Corp., and Thermo King, among others. He holds an MBA from Purdue University Northwest and a Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from USP - Universidade de São Paulo.
Current Role at Tennant Company
Wallace Malheiros serves as the Senior Director of Product Engineering at Tennant Company, a position he has held since 2023. His role involves overseeing product engineering initiatives, focusing on enhancing product development processes and ensuring alignment with company objectives. Malheiros works on-site in the United States, contributing to the company's commitment to innovation and quality in its product offerings.
Previous Experience in Engineering Management
Prior to his current role, Wallace Malheiros held several significant positions in engineering management. He worked at Whirlpool Corporation as a Senior Engineering Manager from 2006 to 2014, where he was responsible for leading engineering teams. He then served as the Director of Engineering at Crosman Corp. from 2014 to 2017, managing engineering operations in Bloomfield, NY. His experience also includes roles at Textron Fastening Systems, Thermo King, and Thule Group, where he contributed to various engineering projects and initiatives.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Wallace Malheiros has a solid educational foundation in engineering and business. He earned his Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from USP - Universidade de São Paulo from 2001 to 2003. He also completed a Graduate program in Mechanical Engineering at FEI from 1995 to 2000. Additionally, he obtained an MBA in Business Administration and Management from Purdue University Northwest between 2006 and 2008, equipping him with skills in both technical and managerial aspects of engineering.
Expertise in Engineering Methodologies
Malheiros possesses extensive expertise in various engineering methodologies. He has implemented Lean Product Development and Robust Design methodologies to improve project delivery timelines and budget adherence. His strong background in Six Sigma methodologies has enabled him to enhance engineering management processes. Furthermore, he has experience in Simulation Based Design, which has contributed to innovative product development strategies.
Career Progression and Key Roles
Wallace Malheiros has a diverse career progression in the engineering field, spanning several key roles. He began his career at Textron Fastening Systems as an Engineering Supervisor from 1993 to 2004, followed by a position as Engineering Manager for 11 months in 2005. He later transitioned to Thermo King, where he served as PMO Leader and Chief Engineer, NA, from 2020 to 2021. His role at Thule Group as Director of Product Development from 2017 to 2018 further highlights his leadership capabilities in product engineering.