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Hi, I’m Ivan Sanchez, a Mechanical/Electrical Engineer with extensive experience delivering high-quality, high-performance hardware and consumer electronics for automotive and tech industries. I specialize in plastic part design, assemblies, and integrated systems—from brain modules and sensors to HVAC controls and switch packs—always driving manufacturability and cost efficiency through clean, collaborative project execution. I thrive on leading cross-functional teams to translate concepts into reliable, scalable products that contribute to stronger earnings. I’ve shipped hundreds of parts for major OEMs and startups alike, applying DFSS/DFMEA methodologies and leveraging CAD/CAID tools like CATIA, Creo, SolidWorks, and Autodesk Fusion 360. My hands-on approach covers mold requirements, supplier development, and production readiness, ensuring design intent is maintained from concept to high-volume production.…Hi, I’m Ivan Sanchez, a Mechanical/Electrical Engineer with extensive experience delivering high-quality, high-performance hardware and consumer electronics for automotive and tech industries. I specialize in plastic part design, assemblies, and integrated systems—from brain modules and sensors to HVAC controls and switch packs—always driving manufacturability and cost efficiency through clean, collaborative project execution. I thrive on leading cross-functional teams to translate concepts into reliable, scalable products that contribute to stronger earnings. I’ve shipped hundreds of parts for major OEMs and startups alike, applying DFSS/DFMEA methodologies and leveraging CAD/CAID tools like CATIA, Creo, SolidWorks, and Autodesk Fusion 360. My hands-on approach covers mold requirements, supplier development, and production readiness, ensuring design intent is maintained from concept to high-volume production.

Ivan Sanchez

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Hi, I’m Ivan Sanchez, a Mechanical/Electrical Engineer with extensive experience delivering high-quality, high-performance hardware and consumer electronics for automotive and tech industries. I specialize in plastic part design, assemblies, and integrated systems—from brain modules and sensors to HVAC controls and switch packs—always driving manufacturability and cost efficiency through clean, collaborative project execution. I thrive on leading cross-functional teams to translate concepts into reliable, scalable products that contribute to stronger earnings. I’ve shipped hundreds of parts for major OEMs and startups alike, applying DFSS/DFMEA methodologies and leveraging CAD/CAID tools like CATIA, Creo, SolidWorks, and Autodesk Fusion 360. My hands-on approach covers mold requirements, supplier development, and production readiness, ensuring design intent is maintained from concept to high-volume production.…Hi, I’m Ivan Sanchez, a Mechanical/Electrical Engineer with extensive experience delivering high-quality, high-performance hardware and consumer electronics for automotive and tech industries. I specialize in plastic part design, assemblies, and integrated systems—from brain modules and sensors to HVAC controls and switch packs—always driving manufacturability and cost efficiency through clean, collaborative project execution. I thrive on leading cross-functional teams to translate concepts into reliable, scalable products that contribute to stronger earnings. I’ve shipped hundreds of parts for major OEMs and startups alike, applying DFSS/DFMEA methodologies and leveraging CAD/CAID tools like CATIA, Creo, SolidWorks, and Autodesk Fusion 360. My hands-on approach covers mold requirements, supplier development, and production readiness, ensuring design intent is maintained from concept to high-volume production.

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Hi, I’m Ivan Sanchez, a Mechanical/Electrical Engineer with extensive experience delivering high-quality, high-performance hardware and consumer electronics for automotive and tech industries. I specialize in plastic part design, assemblies, and integrated systems—from brain modules and sensors to HVAC controls and switch packs—always driving manufacturability and cost efficiency through clean, collaborative project execution. I thrive on leading cross-functional teams to translate concepts into reliable, scalable products that contribute to stronger earnings.

I’ve shipped hundreds of parts for major OEMs and startups alike, applying DFSS/DFMEA methodologies and leveraging CAD/CAID tools like CATIA, Creo, SolidWorks, and Autodesk Fusion 360. My hands-on approach covers mold requirements, supplier development, and production readiness, ensuring design intent is maintained from concept to high-volume production.

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Senior Mechanical design engineer at Whisker

February 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026

SME for plastic part design, mold requirements for backpack enclosure and glove hardware. Brain Module, connection-system architect and feasibility assessment for component definitions. Component design and execution using DFM practices to reduce supplier timing and conflicts by 80%.

Senior Mechanical design engineer at Haptx

November 1, 2022 - November 1, 2024

Senior Staff Mechanical Eng Geometric Designer at Rivian

March 1, 2020 - November 1, 2022

Technical lead for ME Jr. Engineers (4). Defined and integrated interior and exterior switch packs for R1T/R1S/RPV vehicles; including window, frunk, IP, steering wheel, Tailgate-tonneau. Managed flashlight/charger concept, door cradle, compressor module packaging and production readiness; conceptualized and delivered to production Key Fob units for R1T/R1S and RPV.

Senior Project engineer at Kostal of America

October 1, 2015 - August 1, 2016

Development cycle for GM Trailer Brake switch and concept for Ford Global Headlamp switch.

SENIOR Mechanical design engineer at Marquardt switches

August 1, 2013 - October 1, 2015

Concept and development for Chrysler JL off-road and auxiliary switches; development cycle to production for Chrysler MP; steering wheel infotainment and cruise control switches; GMT1XX front/rear steering wheel and HUD switches; period covered 2013-2015.

Senior Mechanical design engineer at Marquardt switches

August 1, 2016 - March 1, 2020

Continuation of design leadership including GMT1XX and various GM/TOYOTA/TESLA related steering wheel/instrument cluster controls; support for Toyota Tacoma trailer brake switch and Tesla concepts.

Hardware engineer at Magneti Marelli

January 1, 2013 - July 1, 2013

Manage concepts for new infotainment projects with Italy ME team; rear seat entertainment and rear camera enclosures; planning and quotations for new Telematics business (Blue & ME).

Product Engineer at Leoni Cable

May 1, 2012 - January 1, 2013

Develop an industrial cable product line; introduce new products to manufacturing plants; perform materials trials and maintain product database.

Design Engineer at Fehr Manufacturing

March 1, 2011 - May 1, 2012

Design agricultural heavy machinery (400 ton/hr drag conveyor and 40 ton/hr seed cleaner); led design department (3 members).

Mechanical Design Engineer at Delphi Electronics Systems

January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2005

HVAC and Audio product development for GM D II; Ferrari F148/151; core development for MCAD automation; PLM tooling and automated design features; contributed to several GM vehicle programs.

Mechanical Design Engineer at Delphi Electronics Systems

January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2011

HVAC and Audio product development for GM D II; Ferrari F148/151; core development for MCAD automation; PLM tooling and automated design features; contributed to several GM vehicle programs (second period).

Mechanical Design Engineer at Cherry Electronics

January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2007

Cad and engineering changes in plant support; problem-solving for steering wheel switches for Nissan, International; continued development of GMT600/800+ series and quoted HD handlebar switches.