Project Helix – Street Glide & Road Glide Development (MY23.5–MY24)
Tim Karcher
Project Timeline
Feb 2022 - Oct-2023
OVERVIEW
Supported design and launch of key body components for Harley-Davidson’s Helix Touring platform, encompassing the MY23.5 Street Glide and Road Glide CVO models and the MY24 production lineup. Delivered high-quality designs under tight timelines by managing supplier quality issues, resolving launch risks, and implementing rapid containment and rework plans. Partnered with cross-functional teams to refine finishes, validate parts, and ensure seamless execution across both model years.
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Tim Karcher
Experienced Design and Release Engineer with a demonstrated history of working in the automotive industry. Skilled in Product Development, Standards Authoring, DFMA, CAD programs, plastic part design for injection molding, Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) and more. Strong engineering professional with a Master of Science in Engineering focused in Mechanical Engineering from University of Michigan-Dearborn and a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Wisconsin - Madison.
Experienced Design and Release Engineer with a demonstrated history of working in the automotive industry. Skilled in Product Development, Standards Authoring, DFMA, CAD programs, plastic part design for injection molding, Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) and more. Strong engineering professional with a Master of Science in Engineering focused in Mechanical Engineering from University of Michigan-Dearborn and a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Wisconsin - Madison.
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