Jeffrey Eckhardt
Vice President & Chief Engineer at Ahern Engineering | 30+ Years in Heavy Equipment Design | Expertise in Mechanical Engineering | Passionate Educator & Mentor
- Role
- Vice President, Chief Engineer at Snorkel
- Location
- Las Vegas, NV, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Jeffrey Eckhardt
Professional Engineer | Mechanical and Structural Engineering Expert | Educator | Leadership in Product Development | Licensed Professional Engineer in Kansas and NevadaEducation: Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME)| Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA)As a licensed Professional Engineer in Kansas and Nevada, I bring over 28 years of extensive experience in new product development within the mobile hydraulic and heavy equipment sectors, particularly in the aerial work platform industry. My expertise is deeply rooted in structural engineering, with a strong foundation in calculations, finite element and fatigue analysis, strain gaging, and adherence to international standards.Renowned for building and mentoring high-caliber teams of engineers and designers, I am committed to fostering a productive, self-sustaining atmosphere in product development. My career is highlighted by successfully leading multiple product development projects, focusing on innovation, quality, and efficiency.In addition to my professional achievements, I am deeply passionate about education and the transfer of knowledge. This has led me to teach a course in real-world engineering, where I impart the extensive methods and practices I have learned throughout my career. Through this role, I aim to inspire and equip the next generation of engineers, ensuring that they are prepared to meet the challenges of the future with skill, creativity, and integrity.By integrating hands-on experience with academic insights, I strive to contribute significantly to the field of engineering both through direct industry impact and through nurturing emerging talent.
Experience
Vice President, Chief Engineer
May 2014 — Present · Las Vegas, NV, US
Manufacturer of aerial work platforms including self-propelled boom and scissor lifts. Responsible for all global new product development, technical publications, R&D, product litigation, product safety, and international standard compliance. Manage and direct the development of new boom and scissor aerial lifts for both domestic and global supply chains, including stability and structural calculations, FEA, 3D modeling, strain gaging, life cycle testing, stability testing, and technical file generation.
Education
Benedictine College
EMBA, Executive MBA
2006 — 2007
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
BSME, Mechanical Engineering
1990 — 1995
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