Toan Ngo
About Toan Ngo
Toan Ngo is a Product Development Engineer at Navistar Inc, where he has worked since 2000. He specializes in exhaust system hardware and has extensive experience in cross-functional collaboration, quality tools, and CAD capabilities.
Work at Navistar
Toan Ngo has served as a Product Development Engineer at Navistar Inc. since 2000, accumulating 24 years of experience in the role. Based in Lisle, IL, he has worked cross-functionally with engineering teams in manufacturing, purchasing, and materials. His responsibilities include managing the release and implementation of exhaust system hardware. Ngo has coordinated significant projects, such as the migration from IDEAS to UG NX7.5, which enhanced the CAD capabilities of his team. He has also played a crucial role in determining root causes of warranty failures through rigorous testing and analysis.
Education and Expertise
Toan Ngo holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from the Illinois Institute of Technology, where he studied from 1989 to 1991. Prior to that, he earned an Associate's degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Illinois at Chicago, studying from 1987 to 1989. His educational background has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of engineering principles, which he applies in his current role. Ngo is proficient in quality tools such as FMEAs, Global 8D, and DVP&Rs, and has a strong grasp of GD&T in accordance with ASME Y14.5M-1994 & ANSI drafting standards.
Background
Before joining Navistar, Toan Ngo worked as a Product Design Engineer at Elkay Manufacturing Co. from 1991 to 2000. During his nine years there, he developed advanced technical skills by creating and revising complex 3D models and 2D drawings using UG NX7.5 and SDRC-IDEAS. His experience in product design laid a strong foundation for his current work in product development, where he continues to apply his analytical skills and engineering knowledge.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Toan Ngo has made significant contributions to product development processes. He developed and implemented a new checking release process for the Exhaust Systems group at Navistar Inc. His work in applying Statistical Engineering has enabled him to solve complex problems effectively. Ngo's ability to collaborate with various teams and utilize quality tools has ensured successful design outcomes in product development.