Edgar Cunningham

About Edgar Cunningham

I am a Technical Program Manager and Engineering Manager with 15+ years of experience delivering complex hardware/software programs across autonomy, robotics, automotive, and engineering operations.My background spans system integration, fleet health, incident response, AV testing, release readiness, configuration management, and cross-functional program leadership. I’m most effective in high-ambiguity environments where success requires clarity, structure, and strong coordination across Hardware, Firmware, Software, Controls, Safety, DevOps, and Field Operations.I’ve led programs that:Rolled out new autonomy capabilities across a production AV fleetEliminated integration escapes through structured configuration governanceImproved engineering throughput by 65% by redesigning workflows and release processesCoordinated hardware/software validation and safety case documentation for regulated deploymentsRestored fleet operations post-incident with data-driven triage and targeted configuration updatesWhat sets me apart is my dual strength:I understand engineering at a deep technical level, and I drive programs with rigor, clarity, and measurable outcomes.PMP-certified, field-hands-on, and comfortable operating at the intersection of systems engineering, program execution, and cross-team alignment.On the side, I support local Phoenix-area manufacturers with fast-turn PLA/PETG 3D printed prototypes and small-batch parts (brackets, spacers, covers, fixtures).

Experience

1. Product Engineering Manager

   Tommy Gate

   Nov 2025 — Present · Scottsdale, AZ, US

   Leading cross-functional engineering programs for new product development, regulatory compliance, and global manufacturing support. Own roadmap creation, program execution, technical reviews, and alignment across Design Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Sales, and Customer Support to deliver liftgate products that meet safety, performance, and market requirements.Key focus areas include:Driving engineering programs from concept through release, ensuring technical feasibility, manufacturability, and alignment with customer requirements.Partnering with Sales/Marketing to translate customer feedback into actionable design requirements and prioritized engineering initiatives.Establishing engineering workflow, documentation standards, and release processes to improve throughput, traceability, and cross-team communication.Leading technical reviews, risk assessments, and issue-resolution efforts across manufacturing.Coordinating test plans, validation activities, and compliance work (FMVSS, braking/handling performance, international standards).Building and mentoring the engineering team while guiding long-term product strategy and process improvements.

Education

• Arizona State University

  Bachelors of Science, Mechanical Engineering Technology

• Mesa Community College

  Associates Degree, Science

• Lawrence Technological University

  Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Engineering

Skills

• Matlab
• Solid Edge
• Pre-Purchase Inspections
• Dfss Green Belt
• Cad
• Vehicle Testing
• Statistical Data Analysis
• Labview
• Minitab
• Gd
• Solidworks
• Project Management
• Manufacturing Operations
• Etas Inca
• Stress Analysis
• Fmea
• Manufacturing
• Engineering
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing
• Stress Testing
• Mechanical Engineering
• Autocad