1. 9146 Ray Rd. Derek Lacey Phone : (810) 250-3788
Gaines, MI 48436 derek.lacey82@gmail.com
Talented professional with experience, skills and training in:
Automotive Engineering Technology
Objective: To utilize my experience and skills within the automotive technical industry as an Engineer
in the vehicle or powertrain testing and development field. Professional experience includes:
Vehicle Experience :
 Durability Fleet Testing
 Coastdown Testing
 Benchmark Testing
 Electric Vehicle Hot Weather Testing
 Test Route Development
 FTTP Testing
 FTP 75 Testing
 US06 Testing
 Proving Grounds Test Driving
Powertrain Experience :
 Engine Durability Dynamometer
Testing and analysis
 Test Schedule Development
 Failure Data Analysis
 Test Cell Setup
 Data Acquisition
 Test Cell Troubleshooting
 Creation and implementation of test cell
or engine specific safeties
Experienced in computer programs : Microsoft Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Outlook, INCA, Adobe Acrobat,
Racelogic and Vbox tools, Various Dynamometer data acquisition systems
Education
Bachelor of Science in Automotive Engineering Technology-Emphasis on Manufacturing
Ferris State University, Big Rapids, MI - May 2009—ABET Accredited Program—Performance Motorsports Certificate
Associate in Applied Science in Automotive Services Technology
Baker College, Flint, MI - June 2006
Relevant Experience & Employment
FCA-Durability Test Engineer Auburn Hills, MI 7/2013 - Present
 Responsible for the proper operation and troubleshooting of26 Engine Dynamometer Durability Test Cells.
 Responsible for the supervision of eight Dynamometer Technicians during weekends and holidays.
 Overseeing engine durability dynamometer testing and troubleshooting issues throughout testing.
 Assist Test Management with data acquisition and ensure testing is being performed in accordance to test plans .
 Develop solutions to technical problems, such as test schedule changes,modification or creation of test safeties or
part changes.
Roush Industries, Inc.-Certification Engineer Livonia, MI 3/2012 – 7/2013
 Certification application preparation and submission to obtain Certificates of Compliance and Executive Orders for
on-road alternate fuel vehicles and engines including MDV, PC, HDE, ONMC and HDV. Both Federal and 50-State
Compliance achieved across multiple vehicle lines.
 Running Change application preparation and submission for alternate fuel vehicles and engines including MDV, PC,
HDE and HDV. Running change approval achieved across multiple vehicle lines.
 Submission of all test group,test information, carline codes, evaporative family information and vehicle information
to both EPA Verify and ARB DMS systems.
Automotive Testing and Development Services, Inc.-Project Engineer Ontario, CA 4/2011 - 2/2012
 Lead Engineer for Tier One Manufacturer Durability Fleet Testing 36,000 Mile Program
 Lead Engineer for Government Agency Coastdown Testing Program
 Lead Engineer for Full Electric Vehicle Hot Weather Testing Program
 Responsible for EPA and CARB certification for On Highway Motorcycle division
Extracurricular
2009 - Present - US Legends Car Team Owner, Driver, Chassis Specialist
Formula SAE Member 2007 & 2008 - Chassis and Engine Development Teams
Community Racing Challenge - 2007 & 2008 Driver Participant & Supporter