Robert Bobby McCullough

About Robert Bobby McCullough

I am a mechanical engineer with a passion for mechanical system design and extensive experience in material research and go to market product development. From little my dream has been to lead and direct my own R&D team solving real problems and engaging through deployment in a tangible way. I have a desire to impact my field and those that work alongside of me by bringing innovative thinking, a positive and enthusiastic attitude and sustainable and focused ideas to the workplace. I believe in having a diverse perspective with a well defined foundation, which is one of the driving reasons for my pursuit of both a Master of Business Administration and Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering while in graduate school, but will confidently say that \"I am a Engineer with a business degree\". As an engineer with a broad perspective, I desire to continue to build a skill set that will allow me to facilitate the integration of technological innovation into the marketplace that both meets the needs of the consumer and enhances the competitiveness and diversity of the company. My goal is to lead and direct my own R&D team solving real problems and engaging through deployment in a tangible way.Specialties: FMEA/Risk Analysis, Project Management, PowerBI, Excel/Visual Basic, Technical Writing, Negotiation

Experience

1. Senior Design Engineer

   Club Car

   Jan 2022 — Present · Augusta, GA, US

   As a Senior Design Engineer, I strive to bring my own passion for design—and to inspire that same passion in my teammates—by leading cross-functional initiatives that connect vehicle-level ambitions with precise, validated subsystem execution. My work blends engineering rigor with creative problem solving to elevate both product performance and team capability across three core areas- Advanced Vehicle CharacterizationI define and evaluate system-level performance through data-driven analysis and modeling. Using tools such as CarSIM, SuspensionSIM, and MathCAD, I quantify handling, ride, and durability metrics to guide design direction. I apply fatigue analysis and materials characterization to ensure long-term performance and reliability across mechanical and structural domains- Product Subsystem DevelopmentI drive subsystem design from concept through validation, integrating Functional Requirements Specifications (FRS), DFMEA, Design for Assembly, and Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD & T) to deliver robust, manufacturable solutions. My development process leverages Finite Element Analysis (ANSYS, PTC Simulate), PTC CREO, and SolidWorks for 3D modeling and simulation. I also utilize Microsoft Excel (Macros, PowerQuery, VBA) to automate data analysis and improve decision-making efficiency- Engineering System Communication & MentorshipI coordinate cross-functional communication between product, testing, and manufacturing teams to align system interfaces and risk assessments. I lead brainstorm facilitation sessions and promote smart risk-taking to accelerate innovation while maintaining compliance with industry standards. As a mentor, I coach new engineers in design methodology, analytical thinking, and documentation practices, cultivating a collaborative environment centered on technical excellence and shared enthusiasm for engineering design.

Education

• University of Alabama - Manderson Graduate School of Business

  Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business Analytics, Operations Management and Engineering

  2013 — 2014

• The University of Alabama

  Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Mechanical Engineering

  2007 — 2012

• The University of Alabama

  Master of Science (M.S.), Mechanical Engineering

  2012 — 2014

Skills

• Autocad
• Thermodynamics
• Brainstorm Facilitation
• Engineering
• Endnote
• Hypermesh
• Ebsd
• Abaqus
• Matlab
• Microsoft Word
• Team Leadership
• Mathcad
• Ansys
• Fortran
• Project Management
• Solidworks
• Characterization
• Minitab
• Ls-Dyna
• Sustainability
• Materials
• Fatigue Analysis
• Ptc Creo
• Microsoft Excel
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Powerpoint
• Dreamweaver
• Finite Element Analysis
• Ptc Pro/Engineer
• Fortran 95
• Scanning Electron Microscopy
• Edx
• Mechanical Testing
• Kaleidagraph
• Technical Writing
• Pro Engineer
• Friction Stir Welding
• Heat Transfer
• Photoshop
• Sketchup