methods, tool/fixture design, material selection, facility layout plans, cost estimates, DFM concepts, GT&D practices, machine shop documentation (operator./tooling sheets, routers, etc.), root cause investigations, trouble shooting, performance metrics and machine shop operational activities. This knowledge will be applied during the design phase of new products, redesign phase of existing products, equipment set-up activities, cost estimates, facility layout plans, root cause troubleshooting and continuous improvement initiatives.