Having 15+ Years of Experience in the Semiconductors industry. Proven, talented, Hardworking senior program manager/NPI Program management/NPI Mfg. Engineer/ System Engineer for CVD Products/PLM. To obtain a opportunities to learn, progress and seeking long term employment in an industry that lets me utilize my excellent knowledge of Program Management, manufacturing, engineering and Change Management.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Technical Program Manager
Applied Materials
05.2022 - Current
Worked closely with other departments to better understand product features and develop appropriate training materials.
Performed risk management assessments on projects.
Planned and managed technical projects for clients.
Developed and implemented curriculum and training materials appropriate for use at all skill levels.
NEW PRODUCT MANUFACTURING ENGINEER
Applied Materials
12.2019 - 05.2022
Independently develops, implements, and releases new product BOMs for complex modules and product structure
Works with key stakeholders to develop and implement new product manufacturing, test, and sourcing strategies
Manages the development and validation of Operation Method Sheets (OMS) for medium complex modules
Performs 3D solid model virtual analysis process, including Master Layout (MLO) and Digital Mock Up (DMU)
Actively participates in design reviews, providing DFA, DFAe, DFTp, ITO, and operational efficiency improvement feedback to new product development team to drive cost, quality, and cycle time goals
Orchestrates change requests and executes change control processes including Non Standard Requests (NSRs), Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), Change Control Board (CCB), Supplier Problem Sheets (SPSs), Engineering Specification Waivers (ESWs)
Documents product-related issues/enhancement opportunities and performs Root Cause Corrective Analysis (RCCA)
Leads the disposition and resolution of issues requiring Long Term Corrective Action (LTCA) for project/program
Leads the managed build process for programs/projects
Provides technical support and training to Applied and contract manufacturing resources, including piece part suppliers related to new product introductions.
GLOBAL PRODUCT SUPPORT (GPS ENGINEER) FOR CVD
Applied Materials
11.2016 - 12.2019
Develop new procedures and Best Known Methods (BKMs) to service new CVD Products
Participate in or own first chamber Build & Test in Apps lab
Solve issues, or work with Engineering to address issues identified
Work with Manufacturing to develop procedures and participate (if required) on New Product final test
Drive resolution of key issues with Engineering
Own beta site test plans and reporting
Partner with Quality & Reliability (Q&R) group to review and address Top Field Issues
Participate in or own CAPA process
Identify new parts that require to be stocked by AGS and work with them to ensure parts are stocked in correct locations.
Travelled to Austin for short term assignments (6 months) and participated in the DSM Producer platform build
(SCALPEL/SCOPE/TiN Main Frame)
Managed and closed all the Quick base/ Trackwise issues
Expertise in creation of Operation Method Sheets, Manufacturing Process Workflow & Sequence of Events for Assemblies/Kits of Applied Materials' proprietary DSM Producer GT Product
Expertise in creating 3D Cable and Harness Routing using UG NX Tool and E3S for the DSM tools
Expertise in Master Layout creation for Applied Materials' for DSM Producer GT products
Implementation of non-standard requests (NSRs)/ Repeat NSRs for Applied Materials' DSM Producer GT at manufacturing base
Expertise in facilitating DMU design reviews for new PLC programs.
Design Modification, Development & Detailing according to ASME Standards for various PLC release
Creation & Review of Drawings, Detailing & Models per Best Known Standards & ASME standards
Participated in Managed Builds of the new Products, resolve build issues, define/coordinate/perform engineering tests & also creation of OMS & MLO for the new products
Expertise in Master Layout creation for Applied Materials' MDP proprietary new Endura2 300 for PVD products
Expertise in creation of Operation Method Sheets & Sequence of Events for Assemblies/Kits of Applied Materials' proprietary MDP PVD Product
Excellent knowledge in complete ECO/ECR, SPS, ESW & DDM process
Expertise in creating 3D Cable and Harness Routing using UG NX Tool and E3S for the MDP tools
Implementation of non-standard requests (NSRs) for Applied Materials' MDP proprietary PVD systems at manufacturing base
Expertise in facilitating DMU design reviews for new PLC programs.
DESIGN ENGINEER
ASM Technologies Client : Applied Materials
10.2008 - 04.2012
Design Modification, Development & Detailing according to ASME Standards for various PLC release
Creation & Review of Drawings, Detailing & Models per Best Known Standards & ASME standards
Worked under all major PVD Chamber PLCs like TYCHO, NEO, Avenier RF DC, PEGASUS, AMBER, KEPLER release of design parts in Team Center Engineering and Oracle (LEAP) and adhering to Interchangeability policy and Obsolescence of the parts
Generation of Bill Of Materials (BOM) for the new product and Structuring as per the SMBOM
Modeling and Drafting of piece parts and assemblies using UG NX and Teamcenter
Tech review per DFx standards
Resolution of Supplier problem sheet for the existing part.
Design Modification, Development & Detailing according to ASME Standards for various PLC release
Creation & Review of Drawings, Detailing & Models per Best Known Standards & ASME standards
Participated in Managed Builds of the new Products, resolve build issues, define/coordinate/perform engineering tests & also creation of OMS & MLO for the new products
Expertise in Master Layout creation for Applied Materials' MDP proprietary new Endura2 300 for PVD products
Expertise in creation of Operation Method Sheets & Sequence of Events for Assemblies/Kits of Applied Materials' proprietary MDP PVD Product
Excellent knowledge in complete ECO/ECR, SPS, ESW & DDM process
Expertise in creating 3D Cable and Harness Routing using UG NX Tool and E3S for the MDP tools
Implementation of non-standard requests (NSRs) for Applied Materials' MDP proprietary PVD systems at manufacturing base
Expertise in facilitating DMU design reviews for new PLC programs.
DESIGN ENGINEER
S.D Systems
01.2008 - 09.2008
Expert in Unigraphics NX in Sketch, Curve, 3D Modelling, Feature based Modelling, Detailing drawing and Synchronous modelling
Worked fully in R&D Designing and Technical Supports
Responsible for making desirable changes in the manufacturing process for reducing cost and increasing production without conceding the quality
Expertise in forecasting and budgeting of manufacturing process to make the primary layout
Experience in machine shop and worked on all semi auto & conventional machines like Lathe, Milling, Jig boring, Surface grinder, EDM spark, EDM wirecut, Shaping, Radial drilling, Engraving
Project Installation - Visiting customer site and doing smart changes in existing layout and shop floor maintenance
Fabrication co-ordination - Co-ordination with the Production Planning and Control Dept and Project Department for better fabrication of the project.
DESIGN ENGINEER/Lead Supervisor
Intech Lamp Machinery pvt Ltd
07.2006 - 12.2007
Conceptual Design for CFL Bulbs Machines-1500 Lamps/hr - Using UG NX2 Design Software and AutoCAD drawings for all Lamp Machines
Technical presentation & Finalization - Present the developed concept, getting approved and cost finalization from the customer
Application study - Studying the engineering problems and getting all parameters from various types of industries
Worked fully in R&D Designing and Technical Supports for Lamp Machines.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical/Production Engineering
Anna University
Coimbatore, India
04.2006
Skills
Technical Project and Program Management
Systems Engineering/Product support for CVD
Start up/Installation support at Customer site/Staff Training
New Product Development/Project Management
Cross functional Team Leadership and Material requirement planning and Prioritization
PDP/PLC (PLM)/New Product Transition to Volume Transition
Schedule Management and Customer interface
NPI Manufacturing/BOM/SME in Product release/Change Management/Staff Training
SME in forecasting and Budgeting for Mfg Process
Dfx(Mfg, Assembly (VR Technology), Producibility) and Should costing Analysis, RFQ, Quality Assurance and Decision making
Design and development of fabricated components, preparation of drawings, Modeling, Assembly and Detailing of Component
Accomplishments
Employee of the Quarter 2018 - Took a complete ownership for CVD Product from Physical Build to Customer Shipment and complete the On-site Start up (Tier 0, Tier 1 and Tier 2). I performed a Pivotal role in enabling CVD Product to compete in business and giving an edge in the current Market.
Employee of the Quarter 2020 - Provided excellent support for 4 NPI Needle moving Programs and covered Managed and controlled Physical Build, flawlessly managed till the Product Docked. Also, took the complete Leadership on the VR activity and successfully implemented.
Spot Awards (2008-2016) : Received multiple spot awards for supporting Design Activity, Product release, Contract Mfg. Process, Testing support, Enabling new PLC Process.
Certification
Completed Project Management Program from Berkley Program Management Program thru Applied Materials.
Completed System Engineering certificate Program from Caltech thru Applied Materials.
Timeline
Senior Technical Program Manager
Applied Materials
05.2022 - Current
NEW PRODUCT MANUFACTURING ENGINEER
Applied Materials
12.2019 - 05.2022
GLOBAL PRODUCT SUPPORT (GPS ENGINEER) FOR CVD
Applied Materials
11.2016 - 12.2019
MANUFACTURING ENGINEER
Applied Materials
04.2012 - 11.2016
DESIGN ENGINEER
ASM Technologies Client : Applied Materials
10.2008 - 04.2012
DESIGN ENGINEER
S.D Systems
01.2008 - 09.2008
DESIGN ENGINEER/Lead Supervisor
Intech Lamp Machinery pvt Ltd
07.2006 - 12.2007
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical/Production Engineering