Terence Wei

About Terence Wei

ABOUT TERENCE WEII am a mechanical engineer with a Ph.D, with over 19 years of industry experience developing novel solutions in simulation, validation and testing. I also am a co-author of 15 publications and several patents in the areas of tire F&M modeling, vehicle modeling, tire handling performance, RFID, and walking and climbing robots.Proven track record in:* Developing strategic technology plans* Leading cross-functional teams* Coordinating multi-region collaboration on technology development* Developing detailed project proposals for disruptive innovations* Negotiating technology development contracts* Prototyping and feasibility analysis of new technology* Training and mentoring

Experience

1. Senior Manager, Model Based Design

   Bridgestone Americas

   Feb 2024 — Present · Akron, OH, US

   Managing an advanced engineering team responsible for developing new simulation and analytics tools used for tire performance prediction, providing advanced simulation and analytics support to tire development groups and customers.

Education

• Case Western Reserve University

  BS, Mechanical Engineering

  1994 — 1998

• Case Western Reserve University

  MS, Mechanical Engineering

  1998 — 2000

• Case Western Reserve University

  PhD, Mechanical Engineering

  2000 — 2005

Skills

• Matlab
• C/C++
• Vehicle Dynamics
• Dynamics
• Simulink
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Machining
• Product Development
• Biomechanics
• Simulations
• Mechanics
• Testing
• Carsim
• C++
• Mechanical Engineering
• Ptc Creo
• Engineering
• Solidworks
• Modeling
• Pro Engineer
• Design of Experiments
• Manufacturing
• Robotics