Israel Hildebrandt P.e.

Israel Hildebrandt, P.E. has over 20 years of work experience in engineering roles. Israel currently serves as the Vice President of Engineering at JOST International, where they lead the development of products for the commercial trucking industry. Their focus is on integrating technology into Fifth Wheel and Landing Gear product lines to enable autonomous tractor and trailer operation. Prior to this, they worked as an Engineering Manager at JOST International and as a Lead Engineer, where they developed products for the same industry.

Before joining JOST International, Israel worked at Steelcase as a Senior Engineering Analyst. In this role, they played a key role in developing and improving product development processes and ensuring efficient time and cost-conscious product launch. Israel also contributed to collaborations with various departments and stakeholders.

Israel also worked at Knoll as a Lead Product Engineer, responsible for enhancing and maintaining the company's largest product line. Israel provided engineering support for new product introductions and product lifecycle management. Israel also collaborated with various departments, such as Quality, Purchasing, and Production Control, and participated in recruitment and assessment of new hires.

Prior to Knoll, Israel worked at Kimball Office as a Senior Product Engineer, where they successfully launched multiple furniture product lines. Israel acted as a lead investigator and liaison between manufacturing facilities and customers to solve issues and reduce waste. Israel had responsibilities in desk, seating, and systems product lines and played a crucial role in risk mitigation and recruitment processes.

Israel began their career at Optimal Computer Aided Engineering, Inc., where they served as a Mechanical Engineer. Israel represented the company during consultation and training sessions with Ford Motor Company, providing expertise in product design, lean manufacturing, and new product launch. Israel also provided training and support at multiple assembly and stamping plants.

Overall, Israel Hildebrandt, P.E. has a strong background in product development, engineering management, and collaboration with various departments. Israel has a proven track record of successfully launching and improving products, enhancing manufacturing processes, and mitigating risks.

Israel Hildebrandt, P.E. earned a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Michigan Technological University, where they studied from 1994 to 1999. In 2010, they completed their Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Indiana Wesleyan University. Israel also holds a license as a Professional Engineer, which they obtained from the State of Michigan in April 2014.