Dineshkumar Sundararajan
Calgary,Alberta
Summary
A results-driven professional with over 12 years of experience in the manufacturing sector, specializing in production, quality control, and new product introductions. Expertise in leading cross-functional teams, optimizing fabrication processes, and implementing cost-reduction strategies for global projects. Skilled in lean manufacturing, process improvement, and advanced quality management techniques, including Six Sigma methodologies. Recognized for delivering high-quality products and reducing production costs for leading companies like Caterpillar and Doosan Bobcat.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research and Development Manager
Doosan Bobcat
01.2023 - 07.2024
- Led structural design for earth-moving vehicles, ensuring ISO and regional compliance.
- Spearheaded cost optimization for Bills of Materials (BOM) and product lifecycle design.
- Managed Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Assembly (DFA) for structural development.
- Conducted design reviews, evaluated FEA results, and ensured compliance with load cases.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve product development challenges, enhancing efficiency.
Manufacturing Engineering Manager
Doosan Bobcat
07.2018 - 06.2023
- Directed New Product Introduction (NPI) for Backhoe Loader and excavators, managing the complete fabrication lifecycle from prototype to SOP.
- Implemented lean manufacturing techniques to reduce fabrication costs and improve process efficiency.
- Developed and qualified welding processes, and oversaw facility setup for fabrication and welding.
- Improved production utilization by 50% within 8 months post-pilot build.
- Trained and managed cross-functional teams in assembly, welding, and machining, stabilizing robotic welding operations.
Production Manager
Caterpillar
01.2015 - 07.2018
- Managed 40-50 ton body fabrication for CAT models, optimizing production efficiency while ensuring safety and quality.
- Spearheaded process improvements, reducing defect rates and increasing first-run capabilities.
- Conducted root cause analysis and Failure Mode Effect Analysis (FMEA) for continuous improvement.
- Led Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and Customer Acceptance Validation for assembly processes.
Manufacturing Facility Engineer
Caterpillar
01.2014 - 02.2015
- Led Greenfield project, establishing a manufacturing facility for hydraulic shovels, coordinating civil and mechanical infrastructure setup.
- Managed commissioning of key equipment like stress-relieving furnaces and shot-blasting chambers.
- Implemented Quality Management Systems for the newly built facility, ensuring compliance with cycle time, cost, and quality goals.
- Developed robust manufacturing processes for 6030 CAT hydraulics shovels including fabrication processes, shot blasting, stress relieving processes and quality management in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
- Worked on the continuous improvement of process to achieve the quality, cycle time and cost reduction goals
- Coordinated the civil activities for the setup of the machining centres and facilities like cranes, welding machines, assembly tools
Production Line Supervisor
Caterpillar
01.2013 - 03.2014
- Spearheaded the production of sub-assemblies welding and machining for truck frame fabrication
- Ensured manpower deployment as per the targeted production plan to achieve production efficiency.
- Performed skill analysis and training schedules for operators.
- Organized daily meetings with the logistics team to facilitate the continuous flow of incoming parts
- Implemented KANBAN inventory management systems in supermarket, weld shop, and machine shop significantly reducing waiting time and increasing materials availability.
Project Engineer
Caterpillar
01.2012 - 05.2013
- Ensured timely completion of new green field projects as requested by various stakeholders within the Caterpillar India Manufacturing facility
- Led cross-functional projects for new capital introduction, ensuring timely completion of facility upgrades.
- Coordinated vendor evaluation and procurement processes, managing RFQ, requisitions, and purchasing orders.
- Created project plans and continuously monitored project progress at the site.
Quality Engineer
Caterpillar
11.2011 - 05.2012
- Ensured zero defects in 777D, 773E, 770, and 772 truck frame chassis, ensuring seamless transition to assembly.
- Developed and delivered quality training programs to operators, creating a comprehensive skill matrix.
- Tracked manufacturing quality metrics (Caterpillar 12005 Standard) and collaborated with the QMS team for continuous improvements.
- Maintained ISO 9001-compliant quality management documentation, ensuring adherence to industry standards.
- Led the Material Review Board, collaborating with suppliers to resolve material issues.
Education
Master of Engineering - Mechanical And Manufacturing Engineering
University of Calgary
Calgary08.2026
Bachelor of Engineering - Production Engineering
Madras Institute of Technology, Anna University
Chennai, India03.2011
Skills
- PTC Creo
- MS Office
- Altair Simulation
- Solidworks
- Hypermesh
- Ansys FEA
- Matlab
- Minitab
- Power BI
- APQP, PFMEA, PFD, DMAIC, SIPOC
- Value Stream Mapping
- GD & T
Accomplishments
Chairman's Credo Award, Doosan Bobcat India (2023)
Best Project Management Professional Award, Caterpillar India (2013)
Letter of appreciation from Managing Director of Caterpillar, Indonesia (2014)
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 05/21/1989
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Indian
Certification
- Leadership and Technical Development Program: Manufacturing Engineering Track - Caterpillar Inc
- Six Sigma Green Belt Certification - Caterpillar Inc
- ISO 9001 Internal Auditor Certification
- ISO EMS 14001 Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- FANUC Robotic Welding Programmer Certification
- Certified CMM Inspector
Languages
English
Full Professional
Tamil
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Research and Development Manager
Doosan Bobcat
01.2023 - 07.2024
Manufacturing Engineering Manager
Doosan Bobcat
07.2018 - 06.2023
Production Manager
Caterpillar
01.2015 - 07.2018
Manufacturing Facility Engineer
Caterpillar
01.2014 - 02.2015
Production Line Supervisor
Caterpillar
01.2013 - 03.2014
Project Engineer
Caterpillar
01.2012 - 05.2013
Quality Engineer
Caterpillar
11.2011 - 05.2012
Master of Engineering - Mechanical And Manufacturing Engineering
University of Calgary
Bachelor of Engineering - Production Engineering
Madras Institute of Technology, Anna University
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