Tom Devall

Tom Devall is a Professor and Director of Automotive Manufacturing Initiatives at Auburn University’s Samuel Ginn College of Engineering. He leads the Tiger Motors Lab, which focuses on Lean Manufacturing and experiential learning.

• Ph.D. in Adult Education, Auburn University
• Ed.S. in Adult Education, Auburn University
• M.S. in Administrative Science, University of Alabama-Huntsville
• B.S. in Business Administration Management, Eastern Michigan University

His research emphasizes Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement Systems. He has collaborated with industry partners like Honda, GE Aviation, and Hartzell Engine Tech, delivering hands-on training through the Tiger Motors Lab.

Notable honors include the Outstanding Faculty Award from the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering. He mentors students, including Diego Caputo (2022 JT Black Lean Engineering Student of the Year) and Minas Pantelidakis (2023 JT Black Lean Engineering Student of the Year).