1. JOHN E. KAUFFMAN
70 Creek Side Lane • Covington, GA 30016 • (C) 770-334-4891 • email: jek9670@gmail.com
website: kmsengineering.com
SENIOR MANAGEMENT Engineering Design / Research & Development
Exceptionally talented and accomplished R&D professional with an extensive record of success in
automotive and recreational performance design and engineering. Proven ability to conceptualize and
produce complex designs that improve performance, reduce costs, and deliver revenue growth in all
aspects of vehicle development, from basic prototype to final formation. Outstanding problem solving,
analysis, and mechanical skills. Ability to visualize from conception to final product and identify technical
challenges before final submission. Innovative design director with outstanding abilities in the areas of
business development, client relations, and team leadership. Experienced at working with corporate
officers and senior executives to determine specific needs.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Welding (Tig/Mig), CNC Repair, Internal Combustion Engines, Air Flow and Laminar Flow Dynamics,
Automotive and Recreational Design & Engineering, Prototyping, Coating Processes, Workmanship with
Exotic Alloys, Overall Fabrication Skills, Head Porting, Valve and Carburetor Design, Fuel Injection
Development, Engine Balancing, Piston Design, Shop and Field Testing, Electrical System Diagnostics
and Trouble Shooting, Extensive Racing Background from Development to Driving.
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
• Designed and tested parts for engines that won 4 national racing championships.
• Led the engineering of critical parts for Honda's Performance Development program.
• Developed products and parts highlighted in several industry publications.
• Attracted new business through exceptional reputation for innovation.
• Created state-of-the-art products that produced speed, aerodynamics, and durability improvements.
• Served as an automotive electronics Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Honda.
• Extensive experience with all types of vehicles from naturally aspirated street and race to off-road and
watercraft.
• Credited with building world championship racing watercraft engines for Sea-Doo, winning The IJSBA
World Finals.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
KMS ENGINEERING, INC., Covington, GA 2001 – Present
Director of Conceptual Design/Chief Executive Officer
Oversee business operations and engineering design functions for developmental engineering company
specializing in the design, development, and sale of engines and components for the automotive and
recreational racing industry. Supervise staff of 4. Manage payroll, HR, financials, customer service, sales
and marketing, OSHA compliance, safety, and project management. Lead the development and
manufacture of parts based on in-house concepts and/or customer requirements. Coordinate CNC
machine operations and maintenance, scheduling, parts and exotic materials procurement, vendor
relations, and inventory control.
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KMS ENGINEERING, INC., Continued
• Grew business to profitability, with 10% average sales growth year over year.
• Improved profitability by minimizing the use of outsourced production and testing companies.
• Increased sales by expanding market penetration to include companies worldwide.
• Drove productivity by evaluating and introducing new technologies and equipment.
• Produced engine components used in vehicle that won a Southeast Divisional Championship race.
• Designed parts for Ken Block Racing, CompTech, Acura, Real Time Racing, and Robert Tigh Racing,
setting a world record for the world’s fastest rear-wheel drive Honda.
• Managed the design and installation of the roll cage, safety system, and several engine components
used in a car that won on the nationally televised Pinks ALL OUT Racing Series.
PRO IMPORTS, Conyers, GA 1999 – 2001
Shop Foreman / Lead Technician
Directed the repair of engine parts and other automotive components for use in Honda racing vehicles.
Oversaw fabrication and coating activities, performed prototyping, and procured parts and raw materials.
Managed repairs. Supported multiple vehicles. Supervised staff of 14.
• Redesigned valves and carburetors used in several race-winning vehicles.
• Balanced engines and produced hand-built custom pistons for Mallen Alley Racing.
• Innovated, prototyped, and tested components, alternate coatings and alloys, and design changes that
led to greater vehicle speed capabilities, aerodynamic performance, and parts durability.
• Doubled shop profitability and increased customer satisfaction.
CONYERS HONDA, Conyers, GA 1989 – 1999
Master Technician / Shop Foreman
Managed daily repair activities for high-volume Honda repair facility. Supervised 10-15 line technicians.
Oversaw OSHA compliance, shop safety, and quality control.
• Led special projects to craft custom, state-of-the-art parts for customers.
• Personally handled all complex electronics issues and served as an electronics SME for Honda.
• Improved productivity to 60 cars per day through extensive staff training.
• Reduced overtime while increasing quality, resulting in greater customer satisfaction/retention.
• Promoted rapidly from Line Technician to Master Technician to Foreman.
• Consistently completed OSHA and other audits with zero violations.
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Graduate, Anthem University, Phoenix, AZ
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering.
Over 25 years of hands on, in field, true application technical and developmental experience
Honda Certified Master Technician
Completed 2-year study program under Jim Ruggles in NASCAR Machining & Engineering
