Dakota Koffarnus
@dakotakoffarnus
I lead engineering projects, new product design, and process improvements that improve delivery, efficiency, and reliability.
ItalyWhat I'm looking for
I've led electrical substation programs at Systems Control, managing scope, schedules, budgets, deliverables, risks, and client communication across cross-functional engineering teams.
At Hubbell Gas Utility Solutions, I advanced from Product Engineer to Sr. Product Engineer, delivering new products, customer-specific solutions, tooling, and manufacturing improvements while managing lifecycle data and engineering changes.
My mechanical engineering background includes product design, value engineering, cost estimation, quality systems, and production standardization. I increased project completion rates by 15% and build practical tools that make project execution more consistent and efficient.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Engineering Services Project Manager
Systems Control, a Hubbell Company
Aug 2025 - Apr 2026 (8 months)
Managed a program of electrical substation projects from planning through execution, overseeing scope, schedules, budgets, and deliverables. Led cross-functional teams and served as primary client contact, maintaining strong customer relationships.
Sr. Product Engineer
Hubbell Gas Utility Solutions
Jun 2023 - Aug 2025 (2 years 2 months)
Led engineering projects and designed new products in accordance with industry standards. Managed product lifecycle data in SAP and implemented manufacturing process improvements.
Product Engineer
Hubbell Gas Utility Solutions
Jul 2021 - Jun 2023 (1 year 11 months)
Promoted from Product Engineer to Senior Product Engineer. Designed and developed new products and customer-specific solutions, managed product lifecycle data, and implemented manufacturing improvements.
Application/Sales Engineer
Grob Inc
Aug 2018 - Jul 2021 (2 years 11 months)
Collaborated with customers to develop product designs and technical specifications, and translated requirements into production-ready orders. Managed ISO 9001 QMS and implemented process improvements.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Project Management Institute
Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Management
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification obtained in November 2025.
University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee, completed in December 2017.
Availability
Location
ItalyAuthorized to work in
Salary expectations
Skills
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