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PRIYANK MEHTA
Electrical Product Engineer
Lexington,USA
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Summary
To obtain a challenging position in a professional environment where my academic skills and resourceful work experience will add significant value to the organization.
Self-driven, dynamic professional with more than 10 years of global Electrical Engineering and management experience. Detailed driven with an ability of completing multiple projects with competing deadlines. Skilled in identifying and resolving inefficient operational processes while complying with industry codes and standards. Motivated individual who consistently performs in challenging environments. An articulate communicator with remarkable presentation, analytical, and multi-tasking skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Electrical Product Engineer - II
Harsco Rail
West Columbia, USA
02.2020 - Current
- Create and maintain electrical assemblies, wiring schematics in Zuken E3 2019, 2023.
- Create CAD modeling in Solid Edge and Creo for new designs & product support.
- Perform change management through ECR (Engineering Change Request), create ECN (Engineering Change Notice), EC (Engineering Change), conduct technical drawing reviews and release documentation in PLM Team Center.
- Lead Electrical Engineer on 60 stone grinder project for SAR (Saudi Arabia Railways) customer.
- Successfully designed, led, and implemented projects for new designs, design improvements, and product obsolescence. Some of my past completed projects include:
- C842A Grinder – Earthing Brush assembly re-design
- MPSB (multi-purpose stone blower) Battery Charger Enclosure new design
- MPSB (multi-purpose stone blower) European (EN) standards submittals for control and camera monitor sub-systems.
- TS-30 (Track Stabilizer) rearview camera, perimeter light kit design & heated auto-drain option
- Metrolink (Track stabilizer) 2021 - front & rear perimeter light kit design
- RGE20B1-01 IR (Indian Railways Grinder) cab, chassis, carriage, engine room design enhancements/improvements.
- RGH20C2 (European Grinder) Universal Serial Bus switch box obsolescence
- New Engine harness assemblies. Slit Looms and Strobe Lights obsolescence
- MKIV Tamper rearview camera & MARS (GPS communication) kit design
- Led Harsco India team in successful commissioning of SRGM (switch) grinder for Indian Railways.
- Provide continuous Electrical Engineering support to Manufacturing, Purchasing, Planning, Quality departments for Tampers (6700,MKIV,3000 Tier 4,TX16,STM Metra), Grinders (RGE20B1-01 SRGM, SAR60 stone), and Track Stabilizers (TS-30).
- Drove continuous improvement culture in engineering to provide clear product design standards, improve manufacturability through enhanced documentation and reduce engineering cycle time.
- Devised new products and features to boost customer satisfaction, reduce costs and propel product line to industry forefront.
- Created designs at minimal costs using high-volume manufacturing processes and careful material selection.
- Tested completed projects for functionality and implemented changes to production methods to rectify issues in final products.
- Collaborated with Field & Service teams to develop and implement product improvements to enhance performance.
- Provided clear and timely technical data required for design and specification of product.
- Communicated with vendors and key suppliers to select project materials and meet customer needs.
- Interpreted blueprints, technical drawings, schematics and computer-generated reports for product conformance with engineering design and performance specifications.
- Prepared complete and accurate testing (FAT, SAT) documentation for final assembly line.
Senior Electrical Engineer
Otis Elevator Co.
Florence, USA
12.2008 - 12.2019
- Design elevator hoist-way wiring, cab wiring, fixture sub-systems, controllers, drives, motors, position reference systems; create system wiring diagrams and technical data.
- Successfully designed, led, and implemented the following projects:
- Top of car wiring project which improved the overall design, Field efficiency, and reduced annual costs by $370k.
- Controller transformer project which reduced annual costs by $250k.
- Traveling cable with a true coaxial cable for hydraulic and traction product lines. This reduced customers’ ordering time, capital, order deviations and field issues. Awarded with 'UTC Bravo Award for Outstanding Customer Care' by supervisor.
- Compass Standardization project. Awarded with 'UTC Bravo Award for Outstanding Commitment to Responsibility' by the Program Manager.
- Traveling cable for Touch Car Operating Panel.
- Traveling cable ordering optimization. Reduced annual costs by $100k.
- Gen2 Overslung hoistway wireway kit re-designs. Reduced annual costs by $580k.
- 20-60A Regenerative drive integration into Global Controller System.
- 4.1T/5T Gen2 Optimized machine integration into Global Controller System.
- New wiring sub-system design for Gen2 Overslung product introduction.
- 2013 A17.1 code – Access key switch marking.
- 2008 A17.1 code – Emergency Power Select LED.
- Top of Car Handrail assembly switch wiring.
- Blocking device wiring for Machine Roomless Controllers.
- Proposed Hall Fixture communication architecture re-designs from RSL to CAN for a future 'smart' traction product line application.
- Create and maintain elevator system wiring diagrams with Zuken E3 cable software.
- Mentored a team of new engineers on Zuken E3 cable software for a critical cab fixtures project. Awarded with 'UTC Bravo Award for Outstanding Contribution to Employee Development' by the Program Manager.
- Contributed significantly to the Annual Physical Inventory count. Awarded with 'UTC Extra Mile Award for Annual Physical Inventory Count' by the Materials Manager.
- ACE process owner for standardization and tracking of high priority Field Turnback process. Supported and showcased the turnback process to the ACE audit team which helped in achieving the ACE Silver level certification. Awarded with 'UTC Bravo Award for Outstanding Contribution to Quality' by the ACE Program Manager.
- Performed a critical cost benchmarking against Worldwide Engineering.
- Led the Data Services team in programming and implementing a new configuration tool for elevator contract data.
- Create and maintain Engineering documentation such as technical data sheets, spare parts leaflets, basic calculations documents, layout reference manuals, manufacturing test plans, field micro instructions, power confirmation letters, wiring diagrams, controller and drive assembly drawings, and bills of materials.
- Create and implement Key Product Characteristics, 8D, DIVE, and FMEA documents for root cause analysis and compliance with the company’s process certification requirements.
- Prepare project scope, schedules, and budgets.
- Conceptualize engineering drawings, conduct design and business reviews.
- Review and ensure compliance of integrated sub-systems with NEC, CEC, ASME A17.1/CSA B44, ANSI, IBC, and other local code jurisdictions.
- Constant liaison between Engineering and Field, Supply Chain, Quality, Manufacturing, Data Services to find the root cause of technical issues and implement timely corrective actions.
- Key Engineering resource in resolving Field Turnbacks, Product Upgrade Instructions, Additional Material & Time, and Field Labor Credits.
- Technical lead on multiple Engineering projects focused on design efficiency and cost reduction.
- Member of Innovations Team for generating new elevator design ideas.
- Prepared technical documentation for operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of industrial systems.
- Mentored junior engineers and new hires in job-specific tasks and application of electrical processes.
Electrical Engineer
Keating of Chicago Inc.
McCook, USA
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Design, test and troubleshoot Electric & Gas fryers and griddles.
- Provided end-to-end schematics and electrical upgrade designs for multiple product models, within the company portfolio.
- Designed and implemented a replacement for an obsolete dual-electrode spark module in gas fryers. Implemented two single-electrode spark modules, which increased the overall performance of gas fryers.
- Successfully designed a concept for cast iron gas burner to improve overall heating efficiencies in gas fryers.
- Conducted and investigated field electrical issues, provided root cause analysis, and implemented timely solutions.
- Proposed electrical product and system modifications to improve quality and efficiency.
- Performed maintenance procedures and repairs on existing electrical products and systems.
Project Engineer
General Motors India
Halol, INDIA
07.2004 - 07.2005
- Project Engineer in the Engineering Validations Test Lab and coordinated with Production Engineering Department for automobile component tests.
- Designed and implemented a pneumatic circuitry in the test rig area for lifecycle stress testing of automobile components.
- Designed and implemented a coolant high temperature alarm buzzer, to sound an alarm when the automobile’s coolant temperature exceeded a threshold temperature.
- Determined and scheduled priorities as required to progress engineering work.
- Conducted technical evaluations of engineering designs and test results.
Project Trainee
Essar Power Ltd.
Surat, INDIA
09.2003 - 04.2004
- Successfully designed and implemented a communication interface between an Alley Bradley PLC 5/15 and Operator PC for a de-mineralized water treatment plant. This project resulted in an efficient process in terms of remote monitoring, troubleshooting and resolution of PLC field issues from the Operator PC.
- Programmed Allen Bradley PLC operations using ladder logic and Intellution FIX software.
- Applied the Industrial Process Development Software (IPDS A-6200 Series) in DOS environment to enable user communication with field PLCs.
- Participated in on-the-job training, working closely with supervisors and coworkers and asking appropriate questions.
Education
Master of Science - Electrical Engineering
Illinois Institute of Technology
Chicago, Illinois, USA 08.2005 - 12.2007
Bachelor of Science - Instrumentation and Control Engineering
South Gujarat University
Surat, Gujarat, INDIA 11.2000 - 06.2004
Skills
- Product management
- Cross-functional team management
- Decision-making
- Time-management
- Prioritizing
- Customer requirements
- Collaboration
- Data metrics
- Quantitative skills
- Qualitative skills
- Elevator industry knowledge
- Railway industry knowledge
- Business development
- C
- Visual Basic
- Matlab
- XML
- Verilog
- Microprocessor 8085/86
- Zuken E3
- Solid Edge
- AutoCAD
- Creo
- Catia
- Pro-E
- MS Visio
- Intellution FIX
- Teamcenter PLM
- ALM
- JDE
- Windchill
- JAMA
- MS Office Suite
- Product lifecycle management
- Change management
- CAD modeling
- Wiring design
- Electrical schematics
- Regulatory compliance
- Cost reduction strategies
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Electrical troubleshooting
- CAD software proficiency
- New product support
- Documentation preparation
- Electrical system design
- Instruction writing
- Materials selection
- Continuous improvement
Personal Information
Work Permit: H1B visa with approved I-140
Pronouns
he/him
Professional Awards
- Harsco Star recognition for supporting RGE20B1-01 SRGM IR (Indian Railways) Grinder
- United Technologies Corporation 'Bravo Award for Outstanding Customer Care'
- United Technologies Corporation 'Bravo Award for Outstanding Contribution to Quality'
- United Technologies Corporation 'Bravo Award for Outstanding Commitment to Responsibility'
- United Technologies Corporation 'Bravo Award for Outstanding Contribution to Employee Development'
- United Technologies Corporation 'Extra Mile Award for Annual Physical Inventory Count'
- United Technologies Corporation 'ACE Associate Certification'
Languages
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Professional
Gujarati
Full Professional
Quote
There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins
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Interests
Cooking
Traveling and knowing different cultures
Nature
Interacting with animals
Timeline
Electrical Product Engineer - II
Harsco Rail
02.2020 - Current
Senior Electrical Engineer
Otis Elevator Co.
12.2008 - 12.2019
Electrical Engineer
Keating of Chicago Inc.
01.2007 - 01.2008
Master of Science - Electrical Engineering
Illinois Institute of Technology
08.2005 - 12.2007
Project Engineer
General Motors India
07.2004 - 07.2005
Project Trainee
Essar Power Ltd.
09.2003 - 04.2004
Bachelor of Science - Instrumentation and Control Engineering
South Gujarat University
11.2000 - 06.2004
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