Jeffrey Jacumin
Valdese
Summary
Dynamic senior technology and regulatory affairs expert at TÜV SÜD America Inc., skilled in orchestrating project management and analytical problem-solving.
Overview
50
50
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Technology & Regulatory Affairs Expert – Electrical & Electronic, US-DIV-RETAIL
TÜV SÜD America Inc.
03.2016 - Current
- I represent the company in front of customers and industry stakeholders.
- Ensure consistency of information and knowledge among all Product Service operations in the field of electrical and electronic consumer products.
- Delivered technical information to operational units to support decision-making and enhance product compliance.
- Collaborated with standardization, exchange, and working groups to transfer knowledge and build understanding among operations, making final decisions on interpretations.
- Make technical decisions for the interpretation of standards and related tests on request.
- Release test programs and protocols for certification business and retail business.
- Support operations globally regarding investments and test setup.
- Compiled and disseminated information from standardization and working groups to inform and guide operational strategies.
Owner, self employed Project Engineer, Project Manager, Compliance and Regulatory Engineer
Vatic Consults
06.2011 - 03.2016
- Cultivated relationships with key clients including FLIR Systems Inc., Hi-Tec Laboratories Inc., Wal-Mart, Crate and Barrel, Lowe’s Companies Inc., and Thermadyne/Victor Technologies to enhance collaboration and project alignment.
Contract Project Engineer
FLIR Systems Inc.
01.2011 - 05.2011
- Led design, manufacture, and marketing of thermal imaging infrared cameras, enhancing product visibility and market reach.
- Designed project plans for advanced thermal imaging systems.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure timely project delivery.
- Developed technical specifications for product enhancements and innovations.
- Provided quality and compliance test engineering support, conducted market analysis, ensured system component and material compliance, offered technical leadership, logistical guidance, and project management, developed global market process-based quality management system with support documentation and training per client needs.
Senior Project Engineer
Underwriters Laboratories Inc.
04.2008 - 08.2010
- Outlined cost matrix supporting bundled product testing with forecast revenues to exceed $160 Million in 5 years.
- Identified test methodologies aligned with retail product manufacturers' and retail sales clients' market needs and regulatory requirements.
- Supported UL retail business opportunity through consumer product performance and comparison testing programs customized for global retail markets.
Quality Engineering Manager
Lowe’s Companies Inc.
Mooresville
03.2000 - 03.2008
- Product Regulatory and Performance Compliance Testing; $450 M Budget with AGR of 13%; managing 100+ staff resources, 7 testing bodies in 5 countries with 4 auditing agencies operating globally.
- Established corporate quality management system and vendor/supplier certifications, improving operational standards and compliance.
- Performed product returns and risk management analysis to reduce losses and improve customer satisfaction.
- Managed retail network of 1700+ stores for 2nd largest home improvement retailer, facilitating sales exceeding $50 billion annually.
Director/Manager/Senior Quality/Reliability/Agency Compliance Engineer
SLC Technologies Inc.
Hickory
08.1986 - 09.1999
- Developed corporate QMS to drive continual improvement, ensure product regulatory compliance, and enhance profitability while maintaining product performance, service quality, and customer expectations.
- Managed all facets of product compliance safety and performance listing submittals and follow up services, reduced annual cost of agency approvals by more than $250,000 (1/3) while reducing product listing timelines; i.e. UL864, UL1598, UL1598A, UL985, NFA2P, NEC, CSFM, CE, FCC, IC/DOC…. and many others.
- Managed in-house laboratory for product and systems qualification and verification testing, ensuring compliance with safety and performance standards.
- Supported Component Engineering, Reliability/Test Engineering, and Agency Approvals as a contributing manager, facilitating collaboration and adherence to regulatory requirements.
- Lead Project Engineer between R&D, Marketing and Manufacturing tasked with ensuring the seamless transition of new products into production.
- Designed and Tested for RFI, EMI/EMC, and ESD.
- Developed Life Testing Programs for the purpose of reducing field returns thereby increasing profits.
- Performed Stress Analysis and Failure Mode Effects Analysis on Digital and Analog Circuits.
- 60 Million Dollar Corporation in the Design and High Volume Manufacturing of Microprocessor Based Fire and Security Systems, CCTV Cameras, CCTV Monitors, CCTV Switchers, Video Multiplexers, Fiber Optic Data and Video Interfacing Equipment, High Security Microprocessor Based Access Control Systems
General Manager/Electrical Mechanical Engineer/Purchasing Director
JEMCO (Jacumin Engineering & Machinery Company)
Icard
08.1982 - 08.1986
- Directed a team of 25 employees in the mechanical and electrical design, component procurement, and fabrication of PLC textile and furniture machinery.
- Oversaw daily operations and team management for engineering and machinery projects.
- Developed strategic plans to enhance productivity and operational efficiency.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to streamline project workflows and communications.
Avionics NCOIC
USMC (United States Marine Corps)
04.1976 - 11.1981
- Led 16 personnel in aircraft maintenance per NATOPS procedures and trained team in basic electronics, bombing and navigational computers, electronic flight control systems, ECM (Electronic Counter Measures), and AAI systems (All Altitude Indicating).
- Quality Control Inspector completed sign-off on inspection and maintenance procedures for military transport and fighter aircraft according to FAA and NATOPS standards.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Education
High School -
East Burke High School
BSEET -
Northrop University
CCC&TI -
Windows NT and Cisco Systems
Skills
- Project management
- Data analysis
- Analytical problem solving
- Microsoft Office products
- Adobe software proficiency
- Serif software expertise
- Team leadership
- Negotiation skills
- Inspiration and motivation
- Interpersonal communication skills
- Detail orientation
Technical Seminars And Classes
- SMTA Manufacturing Seminar, 1991, 92, 93, 94
- NFPA National Fire Alarm Code Seminars
- Dr. Dimintri Keceioglu Reliability Engineering
- Geo-Dimensional Tolerancing
- Ralph Woodgate, Wave Soldering Seminar
- Wysong CNC School
- Introduction to C Programming
- ISO 14001/19011 Audit Training
- Project Management with Certificate
- CMM Seminar
- IES Seminar
- ISO 9001:2008 Auditor Training
- ASQC Certified Quality Engineer Training
- Dale Carnegie Graduate
- Statistical Process Control Seminar with Certificate
- Quality Function Deployment Seminar
- Windows NT Server in Enterprise
- CISCO Systems
Timeline
Senior Technology & Regulatory Affairs Expert – Electrical & Electronic, US-DIV-RETAIL
TÜV SÜD America Inc.
03.2016 - Current
Owner, self employed Project Engineer, Project Manager, Compliance and Regulatory Engineer
Vatic Consults
06.2011 - 03.2016
Contract Project Engineer
FLIR Systems Inc.
01.2011 - 05.2011
Senior Project Engineer
Underwriters Laboratories Inc.
04.2008 - 08.2010
Quality Engineering Manager
Lowe’s Companies Inc.
03.2000 - 03.2008
Director/Manager/Senior Quality/Reliability/Agency Compliance Engineer
SLC Technologies Inc.
08.1986 - 09.1999
General Manager/Electrical Mechanical Engineer/Purchasing Director
JEMCO (Jacumin Engineering & Machinery Company)
08.1982 - 08.1986
Avionics NCOIC
USMC (United States Marine Corps)
04.1976 - 11.1981
High School -
East Burke High School
BSEET -
Northrop University
CCC&TI -
Windows NT and Cisco Systems