Laura Varsik
Clemmons,North Carolina
Summary
Highly motivated and results-oriented Staff Product Engineer with over 30 years of experience. Demonstrated expertise in all phases of the product lifecycle, from concept and design to manufacturing and release. Possess a strong foundation in product development, enabling a deep understanding of design principles and critical analysis for reliable products. Extensive experience at TE Connectivity across diverse product lines, including small connectors for communications applications, terminal design and crimping, and cable assemblies for automotive applications. Proven track record of optimizing designs for capacity, tooling, and material savings while maintaining critical performance attributes.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Product Engineer
TE Connectivity
01.1994 - Current
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, manufacturing, marketing, sales) to develop and launch product improvements
- Analyze customer requirements and translate them into design specifications
- Interface closely with Global Engineering, customers, and suppliers providing technical support
- Identify opportunities for existing product improvements and implement design modifications
- Investigate and resolve product issues, conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions
- Determine test requirements for design modifications and submit testing
- Evaluate ways to reduce material for cost savings and qualify material and tooling changes
TE Automotive Crimping Center Manager
TE Connectivity
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Managed the day-to-day operations of the Automotive Crimping Center
- Programmed and operated Komax machine for automated crimping and bench top machines for terminal crimping when needed
- Gained deep understanding of crimping terminal critical features and their impact on product performance
- Responsible for ordering wire, terminals, from suppliers and quoting business
Development Engineer
TE Connectivity
01.1994 - 01.1999
- Developed several new electrical connectors to be used in Communications and Computer Industries
- Earned a United States Patent on design of interlocking insert-molded array of electrical contacts
- Skilled in Pro/Engineer, CREO for design of plastic molded parts, and assemblies
- Also used ANSYS to analyze structural integrity and normal force on contacts
- Lead Simultaneous Development Teams responsible for the design and production of new connectors from computer model to high volume production
Mechanical Design Engineer
Pratt & Whitney
01.1992 - 01.1994
- Redesigned many gas turbine engine parts to improve engine efficiency and durability
- Designed a fan case shield that improved the containability of the JT9D engine
- Earned a Team Achievement Award for completing the redesign of a carbon seal assembly ahead of schedule
- Lead an Integrated Product Development Team to reduce the risk of fires in the #3 bearing compartment of the JT9D engine
Environmental Control and Life Support System (ECLSS) Design Engineer
Boeing
01.1991 - 01.1992
- Responsible for the design of internal oxygen and nitrogen distribution systems for the Atmosphere Control and Supply subsystem of International Space Station
- Interfaced with NASA, subcontractors and other Boeing functional groups to produce quality designs
Mechanical Design Engineer
Hamilton Standard
01.1989 - 01.1991
- Conducted stress analyses and tolerance studies and redesigned several components of the Astronaut’s Space Suit to improve quality and performance
- Redesigned the flow path of a positive relief valve and proved the design by testing a low cost SLA model
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY05-1989
Timeline
TE Automotive Crimping Center Manager
TE Connectivity
01.2022 - 01.2024
Development Engineer
TE Connectivity
01.1994 - 01.1999
Product Engineer
TE Connectivity
01.1994 - Current
Mechanical Design Engineer
Pratt & Whitney
01.1992 - 01.1994
Environmental Control and Life Support System (ECLSS) Design Engineer
Boeing
01.1991 - 01.1992
Mechanical Design Engineer
Hamilton Standard
01.1989 - 01.1991
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Syracuse University
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