Joe Donndelinger

Joe Donndelinger is a Clinical Professor of Professional Practice in the School of Engineering and Computer Science at Baylor University. With over 23 years of industry experience in automotive and cutting tool industries, he brings real-world engineering expertise into the academic setting. He teaches core engineering design and global business economics courses, bridging technical and professional skills.

His educational background includes an M.S. in Industrial Engineering and a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, both from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

Mr. Donndelinger's research focuses on interdisciplinary design feasibility, integrating engineering, marketing, and manufacturing domains. His work emphasizes customer-driven innovation, advanced vehicle development, and quality analytics. He has led numerous R&D projects as Principal Investigator at General Motors, contributing to innovation programs that shape modern vehicle systems.

The analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong trend in cross-domain integration, particularly between engineering design and business economics. His work consistently addresses practical challenges in product development, feasibility assessment, and quality optimization, with applications in automotive and industrial systems.

• Published 25 peer-reviewed articles and 3 book chapters
• Holds 2 issued U.S. patents, with 3 more pending

He has advised multiple engineering design projects and integrates industry practices into his teaching. Though formal student advisement is not detailed, his role in capstone design courses suggests significant mentorship. He has not received publicly listed scientific awards. Mr. Donndelinger is actively engaged in applied research and curriculum enhancement, particularly in professional practice and global communication for engineers.

He leads initiatives that connect academic training with industrial needs, particularly through project-based learning and interdisciplinary collaboration. His work supports the development of well-rounded engineers prepared for global business environments.