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Saheed A. Babalola

Fort Wayne,IN

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Quality & Process Engineer (Fasteners)

Nucor Fastener
09.2024 - Current
  • Implement and maintain ISO 9001/IATF 16949-compliant QMS
  • Manage document control and ERP-integrated quality systems (Microsoft D365)
  • Conduct audits and drive supplier performance improvement
  • Provide technical support on ASTM, ISO, ASME, and RCSC standards for fasteners
  • Perform mechanical/metallurgical testing and process troubleshooting
  • Lead 8D investigations and implement/verify corrective actions
  • Support APQP/PPAP processes and nonconformance dispositions
  • Monitor quality KPIs (COPQ, RMA, TONS) and drive improvements

Quality & Metallurgy Engineer (Cold Stamping)

Gestamp North America
01.2024 - 07.2025
  • Oversaw SPC for cold stamping processes and conducted dimensional analyses
  • Trained QA staff on QID, QA, and WI procedures
  • Led internal/external audits and updated control plans, PFMEAs
  • Analyzed material defects, cold weld issues, and validated chemical compositions
  • Coordinated customer meetings and daily quality reporting to plant leadership

Quality & Material Engineer

MAHLE Engine Components USA
12.2022 - 12.2023
  • Validated material specs and correlated microstructures with performance
  • Investigated defects in heat treatment and forming processes
  • Wrote work instructions, trained operators, and led internal audits
  • Managed APQP/PPAP updates and supplier quality visits

Research Engineer

Missouri University of Science & Technology (Missouri S&T)
01.2021 - 12.2022
  • Conducted metallurgical studies on additive manufacturing of Ti-alloy and stainless steel
  • Analyzed microstructure development and mechanical properties of AM parts
  • Supported casting/shrinkage studies and elemental composition analyses

Quality Engineer

Manaksia Limited
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Developed QA procedures and trained new hires in manufacturing and quality standards
  • Led PPAP/APQP submissions and oversaw internal audits
  • Designed sampling and quality data reporting procedures

Education

M.Sc. - Metallurgical Engineering

Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA)
12.2020

B.Sc. - Materials & Metallurgical Engineering

Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA)
12.2016

Skills

  • Experience with Microsoft D365 and SAP systems
  • Problem-solving frameworks in quality management
  • Advanced Excel modeling and Gantt chart visualization
  • Advanced microscopy and hardness testing
  • Basic proficiency in Python
  • Skilled in utilizing AutoCAD and SolidWorks for engineering projects
  • Expertise in Thermo-Calc, JMat-Pro, and FactSage

Leadership & Extracurricular Activities

African Researcher Association, Missouri S&T — Vice President & Treasurer | Jan. 2021 – Present Faculty Representative, FUTA — Faculty of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering | Jan. 2018 – 2020 Press Club Vice President, Government Science College, Nigeria Health Prefect, Government Science College | 2008 – 2009

Certification

  • Certified Fastener Specialist

Timeline

Quality & Process Engineer (Fasteners)

Nucor Fastener
09.2024 - Current

Quality & Metallurgy Engineer (Cold Stamping)

Gestamp North America
01.2024 - 07.2025

Quality & Material Engineer

MAHLE Engine Components USA
12.2022 - 12.2023

Research Engineer

Missouri University of Science & Technology (Missouri S&T)
01.2021 - 12.2022

Quality Engineer

Manaksia Limited
01.2015 - 01.2017

B.Sc. - Materials & Metallurgical Engineering

Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA)

M.Sc. - Metallurgical Engineering

Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA)

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