Mandi Damman
Cultivating Confidence, Leadership + Management, Career Transitions, Industry Insight
About Me
Get to Know Me
- Current Position
- Chief Engineer - Autonomous Vehicles, General Motors
- Previous Positions
- Lead Development Engineer - Hybrid Electric Vehicles, General Motors December 2014 - April 2016
- Engineering Business Manager - Global Vehicle Performance, General Motors January 2014 - December 2014
- Vehicle Performance Engineer - Ride and Handlling, General Motors January 2013 - January 2014
- Lead Design Release Engineer - Steering Systems, General Motors July 2011 - January 2013
- Issue Resolution Team Co-Chair - Chassis and Powertrain, General Motors November 2010 - July 2011
- Design Release Engineer - Steering Columns, General Motors March 2010 - July 2011
- Engineering Specialist - Squeak and Rattle, General Motors February 2009 - March 2010
- Engineering Specialist - Structural Vibration, General Motors July 2007 - February 2009
- Co-Op Student - Product Development, General Motors October 2003 - June 2007
- Program Engineering Manager - Autonomous Vehicle, General Motors April 2016 - September 2017
- Education
- Master of Engineering in Global Automotive and Manufacturing Engineering | University of Michigan
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering | Kettering University
"You can choose courage or you can choose comfort, but you cannot choose both." - Brené Brown
Reviews
She is an excellent mentor. She was well-prepared for the session and provided helpful suggestions.
Anonymous, 35
Feb. 05, 2023
Chatting with Mandi was really helpful! The question I brought to the session is something I've thought about a lot, and to be honest I wasn't entirely sure how helpful a coaching session will be, but there were some cool nuggets that I discovered with Mandi's support! She asked great questions that encouraged me to see things from a different perspective and consider things I hadn't thought of before, while at the same time validating me in where I am right now. Would definitely recommend booking a session with her :).
Kaylah K. , 31
Jan. 04, 2023
Mandi is a true gem! I explained my situation, in which I needed to make a decision very quickly. Mandi accommodated me which I appreciated so so much! She provided some prework for me. I took this prework very seriously and it truly aided me in making a decision. Mandi could have read my situation and waited until we were on the phone to help me. She didn't do that! She really did what it took to ensure I made an informed decision. She did not guide my decision or lead me to it. She instead provided me the tools I needed in order to come to an informed decision on my own. I really enjoyed my session with Mandi. She is a seasoned professional, while I am in the beginning of my career (still trying to figure things out). Mandi made me feel very comfortable in talking to her. It was a very engaged session. Thanks for everything, Mandi!
Quinn C. , 32
Nov. 03, 2018
Speaking with Mandi was such a great help to me. She was so open and willing to share her experiences and what she learned from them, as well as provide advice specific to me and my career. As someone who works in the auto industry, it was especially helpful to hear her perspective on growing a career in automotive. Can't wait to connect with her again!
Emily B. , 37
Mar. 01, 2018
she is an excellent communicator and listener. She has good experience and knowledge about leadership and management. I have just started learning and looking forward to long and fruitful way ahead. Many Thanks Mandi. You are the best.
Umang S. , 39
Sep. 26, 2017
This was my first session with Career Contessa, and, first career mentoring session in general, so I did not know what to expect. But Mandi turned to be a great mentor. She immediately put me at ease with a few friendly questions and was very encouraging throughout our conversation. She had read the details of my request and was prepared, which made the session very effective and useful for me. Mandi's has been working in a similar environment as I currently am (specifically, male-dominated work place) and had faced similar problems. This made her comments and suggestions very relevant and coming from experience, rather than just theory. Finally, she sent me a follow up email with the key points from the session and her suggestions, as well as links to valuable resources. I highly recommend Mandi - she is a great listener, very organized, helpful and supportive!