Alexis Thompson is a Global Texture Development Engineer at Fiat Chrysler Automobiles with over 10 years of experience in mechanical engineering. She holds a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Oakland University and a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from North Carolina A&T State University. Through various roles at FCA, GE Transportation, GM, and Honeywell, she has developed skills in project management, process improvement, critical thinking, and MS Office suites. She currently leads several initiatives at FCA, including a Design for Six Sigma project, establishing a global digital texture library, and mentoring programs.

1. Alexis Thompson
Address: 1564 Pebble Beach Drive Pontiac, MI Phone: (248) 798-3877
E-mail: alexismanley22@gmail.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexis-thompson-161355123
EDU C A T I O N
Master of Science, Mechanical Engineering (2013) – Oakland University – Auburn Hills, Michigan
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (2011) – North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University –
Greensboro, NC
PR O F E S S I O N A L SK I L LS PR O F I L E
 Behavioral: Goal & detail oriented, quick learner,
organized, career focused
 Project Management: Able to multitask/prioritize,
problem solving, milestone adherence, team
player
 Process Improvement, Entrepreneurship, Idea
generation & Promotion
 Critical & Strategic Thinking & Planning
 MS Office Suites 2010, Vred, Teamcenter
PR O F E S S I O N A L EX P E R I E N C E
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles – Auburn Hills, Michigan
Global Texture Development Engineer January 2015 – Present
• Lead Black Belt Design for Six Sigma project to develop feasible Dodge brand textures based on design voice of
customer.
• Fulfilled new global digital texture library. Manage quality by validating texture development prior to production.
• Global contact for texture implementation, leading investigation of new Laser etch technology for JD Power
improvement.
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles African American Network Mentorship Team Lead January 2015 – Present
• Nominated by FCA-AAN board members to re-establish the mentorship program to increase employee
engagement.
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles North Carolina A&T Campus Recruitment Team Lead January 2013 – Present
• Developed template for strategic budget and recruiting efforts to enhance visibility and recruiting efforts on
campus.
Chrysler Institute of Engineering Program June 2012 – December 2014
2.5-year future leadership development rotational program to hone skillsets, and develop breadth across various units &
programs.
Engineering Quality
• Completed daily reports to identify and root cause all new open items entered into database. Ensured critical
issues were addressed prior to launch by organizing risk mitigation presentation.
Interior Systems and Components
• Increased process efficiency with reduction of steps utilizing methodologies of DFSS-Green Belt obtained.
Portfolio Planning-Chrysler
• Completed a competitive analysis with a focus on white space opportunity for Chrysler Brand in the APAC region.
The study included prioritizing volume and customer data to determine a strategy of customer preferences.
Human Machine Interface (HMI)-Advanced Concepts and Integration Engineer
• Created and Assembled 18 participant competitive benchmark user experience, analyzed each voice of customer
and interpreted the data to make a recommendation to cross functional team, a clear customer expectation was
identified.
Quality Control Engineer-Warren Truck Assembly Plant
• WCM World Class Manufacturing Audit- performed station readiness checks for 2014 launch.
• Improved first time compliance by 25% after executing visual standardized operating procedures.
Powertrain Synthesis and Analysis Engineer
• Defined test procedures and ran a downshift mapping test for 2.4L and 3.2L Cherokee, which resulted in shift
point changes to improve the fuel economy MPG by 40%
Vehicle Integration Engineer – Jeep
• Ensured interior functional requirement target objectives were met for 2013 launch Cherokee. Performed
competitive benchmarking to assess areas to obtain best in class status.
Honeywell FM&T – Kansas City, Missouri
Process Engineer May 2010 – August 2010
• Intelligent risk taking by executing DOE to optimize machining factors of Gun Drill; reported 40% reduction of
failure rate.
Additional experience dating back to 2006 and other organization involvement available upon request.

2. Alexis Thompson
Address: 1564 Pebble Beach Drive Pontiac, MI Phone: (248) 798-3877
E-mail: alexismanley22@gmail.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexis-thompson-161355123
General Electric Transportation– Erie, Pennsylvania
Intern May 2009 – August 2009
• Established training module to comply with regulatory export control-document standardization to be used for all
new hires.
General Motors– Bedford, Indiana
Inroads Intern May 2008 – August 2008
• Project liaison of cross functional team; Researched vendor design proposals & specifications to evaluate the
feasibility & cost.
AW A R D S , CE R T I F I C A T I O N S , PR O F E S S I O N AL OR G A N I Z A T I O N S & TR A I N I N G
BeYOUtifully Engineered, LLC Founder 2015
Green Belt Design for Six Sigma Certified (FCA) 2015
Society of Women Engineers (SWE) Girls Exploring Engineering-Day of Coordinator 2012-Present
Member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated Since 2009
Additional experience dating back to 2006 and other organization involvement available upon request.