Sundararaj Mahalingam
Summary
A dynamic technical manager with more than 15 years of experience working with world class multinational manufacturing companies. With 10 years management experience working in a global environment – in managing engineering teams with diversified cultural differences. Specialized in the field of Project Management, Product Development, Sustaining Engineering and Product certifications. Strong knowledge in managing challenges in product manufacturing, new product launches, product configuration management and change management.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Global Engineering Manager
Rapiscan Systems
Torrance, USA
07.2011 - Current
- Experienced world class technical manager with over 15 years in multinational manufacturing companies
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills by successfully managing and leading engineering teams with diverse cultural backgrounds
- Specialized in the field of Manufacturing Engineering, Project Management, Product Development, Sustaining Engineering, and Product certifications
- Developed and implemented engineering processes that improved project efficiency by 20%
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure product prototypes were completed in a timely manner
- Strong knowledge in managing challenges in product manufacturing, new product launches, product configuration management, and change management
- Responsible for achieving multiple organizational objectives
- Provide leadership to ensure Engineering projects are executed within Scope, Schedule, and Cost
- Managed a team of 10 engineers, delegating tasks and monitoring progress to ensure quality control standards
- Created detailed reports for senior management on the status of projects and deadlines
- Assisted sales team by providing technical advice when needed regarding products or services
- Established relationships with vendors to obtain materials at cost-effective prices
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure product prototypes were completed in a timely manner
- Provided technical guidance to junior engineers, ensuring all designs met safety regulations
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures related to engineering operations
- Reviewed blueprints and schematics prior to production phase, making sure they adhered to company guidelines
- Provide technical guidance for product design, manufacturing, and customer solutions
- Monitored internal financial budgets to measure against projections
- Directed the integration of engineering efforts across multiple projects, ensuring cohesive and efficient progress towards company goals
- Managed the engineering project lifecycle from concept through to production, improving project completion rates
- Ensured effective collaboration and coordination among geographically dispersed Global Engineering teams across the US, Malaysia, Sydney, and India to support a variety of engineering programs
- Prepared budgets for each project and monitored expenditures to stay within financial limits
- Recommended design modifications to eliminate machine and system malfunctions
- Implemented Agile methodologies to streamline development processes, enhancing team productivity and reducing time to market
- Led cross-functional engineering teams in the design, development, and launch of innovative product solutions, ensuring projects met technical specifications and business goals
- Designed and implemented engineering projects that exceeded client expectations and bolstered revenue opportunities.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical & Electronics
University of Lincoln
United Kingdom04.2003
Skills
- Prioritization
- Project Management
- Strategic Planning
- Forward-thinking mindset
- Decision-making skills
- Budget coordination
- Compliance understanding
- Technology Integration
- Engineering Design
- Stakeholder Communication
Locations
- California, USA
- Johor, Malaysia
Timeline
Global Engineering Manager
Rapiscan Systems
07.2011 - Current
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical & Electronics
University of Lincoln
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