SEEMA FAROOQUI
Aftermarket Engineering Manager
Darien,IL
Summary
Experienced with leading diverse engineering teams to achieve project goals efficiently. Utilizes strategic planning and process optimization to drive innovation and operational excellence.
Experienced leader and engineer with more than 19 years of versatile experience specializing in product, design, component reverse engineering, program management, compliance (FAA & EPA), and obsolescence management. Accomplished in the full cycle of product design from new product development, testing, manufacturing support, customer interface, failure analysis, rebuild to aftermarket.
Performance driven with the ability to multi-task, problem solve, eagerness to learn and ability to work under high pressure to meet tight deadlines.
Skilled in project management, process optimization, and technical leadership. Known for strategic thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Parts and Components Engineering Manager
Alstom
10.2022 - Current
- Foster and encourage an inclusive and diverse team culture conductive to success with a focus on engineering principles and process improvement
- Oversees engineering team of over 27 to deliver solutions to customers aligned with their priorities and sense of urgency
- Established and Maintained Obsolescence Management for North American Customers with the coordination between Obsolescence Engineering and multi-disciplinary Alstom teams
- Ensure Kitting projects are on or ahead of schedule, with a focus on understanding customer needs
- Collaborated within and across teams to create a tracking system and notification process for over 200 solutions per month which includes validation, supplier change outs, new design, and reverse engineering
Program Manager
Regal Rexnord
05.2018 - 09.2022
- Managed over 30 projects scheduling and performance for diverse projects with multiple teams internationally
- Ensure projects are on or ahead of schedule, with a focus on customer and process improvement
- Tracking and providing technical summary updates to upper management
Senior Compliance Engineer
Regal Rexnord
05.2018 - 09.2022
- Led up to 5 engineers on PMA and RS-DER design and development, including customer focus, reverse engineering, report preparation, submission, and FAA approval with responsibility for results
- Recognized as the FAA-related compliance SME, focusing on PMA, TSO, STC, rework, and repair for the aerospace aftermarket.
- Spearheaded aftermarket product development for bearing and seals by standardizing processes, material selection, training, and resource optimization to increase efficiency
- Created internal work instructions to comply with FAA regulations and company best practices.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to create marketing material and customer updates.
- Sets objectives and utilizes resources for Aftermarket Team to meet schedules and goals across multiple programs.
Project Manager Consultant
Home & Manor, Inc.
11.2017 - 08.2018
- Increased productivity by 30% within 6 months by opening vertical communication avenues.
- Optimized inventory management system across multiple locations.
Emission Compliance Engineer
Electro-Motive Diesel
03.2016 - 10.2017
- Prepared EPA compliance reports, focusing on software.
- Drafted instructions, qualifications, plans, and reports to assemble engines and locomotives.
Product Engineer
Electro-Motive Diesel
02.2009 - 04.2016
- Designed valve train for new product developments, including 2-stroke and 4-stroke engines.
- Planned, scheduled, and coordinated large-scale project phases.
- Coordinated alternative fuel projects, exceeding customer expectations and resource limitations.
Education
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Illinois Chicago
Chicago, IL 08.2005 - 05.2009
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Illinois Chicago
Chicago, IL 08.2001 - 05.2005
Skills
Coaching and mentoring
Strategic planning
Team building
Relationship building
Adaptability and flexibility
Technology integration
Project management
Prioritization
Technologies And Certifications
Six Sigma Green Belt, Geometric Dimensioning Tolerance (GD&T), Salesforce, SAP, PMP (Present)
Prior Experience
- Caterpillar, Research Consultant
- University of Illinois Chicago, Laboratory Engineer, Biomechanics
Timeline
Parts and Components Engineering Manager
Alstom
10.2022 - Current
Program Manager
Regal Rexnord
05.2018 - 09.2022
Senior Compliance Engineer
Regal Rexnord
05.2018 - 09.2022
Project Manager Consultant
Home & Manor, Inc.
11.2017 - 08.2018
Emission Compliance Engineer
Electro-Motive Diesel
03.2016 - 10.2017
Product Engineer
Electro-Motive Diesel
02.2009 - 04.2016
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Illinois Chicago
08.2005 - 05.2009
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Illinois Chicago
08.2001 - 05.2005
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