J. parley W.
AI Trainer
Experience
Oct 2025 - Present
2 monthsAI Trainer
Freelance
- Creating prompts and rubrics for AI training platforms.
Oct 2024 - Present
1 year 2 monthsMayville, United States
Catalyst Simulator and Optimizer
Fast Accurate Catalyst Simulations FACS.pro
- Created set of algorithms to optimize catalyst simulations to within 1% accuracy, for CO, NO and HC over a cycle.
- Reduced catalyst simulation creation time by an order of magnitude, using Realis IGNITE software.
Jun 2021 - Mar 2024
2 years 10 monthsAuburn Hills, United States
Catalytic Converter Simulation Engineer
Stellantis
- Calibrated catalyst models in Axisuite and Exothermia (now part of GT).
- Created simulation optimization process using Matlab/Simulink to control Exothermia software.
- Published SAE paper on catalyst reaction simulation optimization.
- Performed catalyst simulations.
- Provided training to 4 other engineers on these processes.
Nov 2016 - Jun 2021
4 years 8 monthsAuburn Hills, United States
Diesel Calibration Engineer
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles
- Managed powertrain test dynamometer.
- Calibration work using INCA software.
- Coordinated and executed test requests from various calibration groups (OBD, drivability & emissions).
- Organized tests for chassis dyno testing.
- Created Matlab scripts and other software configurations to analyze data.
- Contributed to calibration and validation of SCR hardware in vehicle.
- Created calibration guide relating to SCR.
Nov 2015 - Nov 2016
1 year 1 monthColumbus, United States
HybridHome Investing & Patent Work
Self Employed
- Independently filed a patent for an improved pneumatic hybrid engine.
- Planned construction of home addition, estimated time, costs and resale.
- Led 4 workers in building and finishing.
Feb 2013 - Nov 2015
2 years 10 monthsColumbus, United States
Diesel Aftertreatment Performance & Integration Engineer
Cummins Emission Solutions
- Enhanced aftertreatment robustness by testing and tuning in test cell and on vehicle.
- Processed test data, generated reports and made improvements.
- Performed some AVL boost simulation.
- Achieved Six Sigma certification with third project by creating a detailed process to identify and mitigate NH3 slip due to urea deposits.
- Collaborated with a prototype company to create the "Cummins Flow Reactor" to mimic diesel engine exhaust for aftertreatment testing.
Feb 2011 - Feb 2013
2 years 1 monthColumbus, United States
Design Engineer
Cummins Turbo Technologies
- Designed, analyzed and improved turbocharger components using ProE and Mechanica FEA.
- Created drawings for manufacture.
- Led two Six Sigma projects: vane mounting design for vaned diffuser and creation of design tool for retaining ring groove.
- Worked cross-functionally with CFD aerodynamicists, Cummins Engine Business and suppliers.
Jun 2009 - Aug 2009
3 monthsMinneapolis, United States
HybridResearch Assistant
Center for Compact and Efficient Fluid Power
- Developed computer AMEsim model of a hydrostatic dynamometer to test a hydraulic hybrid.
- Adjusted model to match actual dynamometer.
Jul 2008 - Dec 2008
6 monthsIdaho Falls, United States
Design Engineer Intern
Power House Coach
- Taught SolidWorks to another engineer.
- Modeled parts for custom RVs in SolidWorks.
May 2008 - Jul 2008
3 monthsRexburg, United States
Junior Analyst Intern
Epic Ventures
- Led a team in helping companies start or develop their business and prepare for investors.
Jul 2007 - Jul 2008
1 year 1 monthIdaho Falls, United States
Design Engineer Apprentice
Miskin Scraper Works Inc.
- Analyzed stress in parts and assemblies using FEA (COSMOSXpress, Algor).
- Redesigned parts.
Jan 1992 - Dec 2003
12 yearsAlta, United States
Farm Hand
Wilson Farms
- Operated, maintained and repaired machinery.
- Welded.
- Irrigated.
- Overhauled a small engine.
Summary
- 4 Years in catalytic converter simulation. Created algorithm to optimize catalyst models.
- 5 years in Diesel Engine Calibration at FCA (Stellantis). 4 years running test cell.
- Nearly 5 years at Cummins: 3 years diesel aftertreatment testing and integration (in test cell and on vehicle). 2 Years in Turbocharger design, Led 3 projects.
- Currently pursuing PhD (part time). Researching Optimization of Catalyst Simulations.
Languages
English
NativeItalian
AdvancedSpanish
ElementaryEducation
Oakland University
PhD · Rochester Hills, United States
University of Idaho
Master of Science · Mechanical Engineering · Moscow, United States · 3.7 GPA
Brigham Young University-Idaho
Bachelor of Science · Mechanical Engineering · Rexburg, United States · 3.7 GPA
Certifications & licenses
Six Sigma Certified
Cummins Emission Solutions
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