Faculty Profile for Dr. James William Davidson

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Dr. James William Davidson
Asst Professor of Practice — Ingram School of Engineering
IGRM 2203
phone: (832) 266-8780

Biography Section

Biography and Education

Experienced Executive and Consultant in Manufacturing and Technology company leadership in the commercial, industrial, utility, power, building, construction, aerospace, military and electronics industries. Successful track record of pressing forward with startup operations as well as ongoing lean manufacturing improvements for emerging and expanding markets while reducing manufacturing costs. Strategic thinker as well as hands-on bottom-line oriented manager. Experienced team builder and motivator. Goal and task oriented methodology to ensure all resources fully support the scope of activity from sales/marketing to manufacturing and quality to achieve customer satisfaction and to achieve the overall business plan. Strong composite materials, metal forming and machining, plus product management background including leading Research and Development teams responsible for all phases of technology advancements.

Teaching Interests

Engineering Materials, Statics, Polymers and Composites, Engineering Mechanics, Civil Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering

Selected Service Activities

Graduate Advisor
ISoE Scholarship Committee
March 1, 2024-Present