Simon Soliman
About Simon Soliman
Simon Soliman is a Global Supply Chain Manager specializing in sensors at Nuro, with extensive experience in quality management and engineering across several prominent companies, including Tesla and Honda. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from Purdue University and has implemented quality strategies for various automotive models.
Work at Nuro
Simon Soliman has been serving as the Global Supply Chain Manager - Sensors at Nuro since 2019. In this role, he oversees supply chain operations related to sensor technologies, ensuring quality and efficiency in the production process. His responsibilities include implementing quality management strategies and utilizing various methodologies to enhance supply chain performance.
Previous Experience at Tesla
Prior to his current position, Simon worked at Tesla as a Senior Quality Engineer - Vehicle from 2013 to 2019. During his tenure, he focused on total quality management strategies for the Model S, X, and 3. His work emphasized closure sealing systems, paint cosmetic appearance, and exterior fit and function, contributing to the overall quality of Tesla vehicles.
Background in Quality Engineering
Simon Soliman has a solid background in quality engineering, having worked as a Paint & Plastics Quality Engineer at Honda Manufacturing of Indiana, LLC for one year in 2012-2013. He has developed expertise in root cause analysis using techniques such as 8D, KT, and 5 Why’s, and is proficient in advanced quality planning and control processes, including APQP, SCAR, and CAPA.
Education and Expertise
Simon earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering from Purdue University, where he studied from 2007 to 2012. His academic background laid the foundation for his career in quality management. He is skilled in geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), failure mode and effects analysis (DFMEA, PFMEA), and data analysis using tools like Tableau and Periscope Data.
Internship Experience
In 2011, Simon completed a Biomaterials Research Internship at Leibniz Universität Hannover in Germany for three months. This experience contributed to his understanding of materials science and quality considerations in engineering, further enhancing his capabilities in the field.