Minitab
VIGNESH RAJA
Project Quality Engineer
Rochester Hills,MI
Summary
Industrious Quality Engineer offering 7+ years of positive experience in related roles. Well-versed in devising quality improvement strategies and evaluating current processes. Certified in Six Sigma and experienced in developing new projects and new product development. Assertive professional possessing outstanding people management, interpersonal and organizational skills. Dedicated to going above and beyond to mitigate risk and improve quality.
Overview
6
6
years of post-secondary education
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Site Projects Quality Engineer
Valeo North America, Inc
Troy, MI
09.2016 - Current
- Ensured novelty on product and process are considered in DFMEA, PFMEA, DV&PV and ensured consistency between DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plan, DV (Design Validation) & PV (Process/Product Validation) content.
- Made sure DV/PV performed according to the customer environmental specifications and maintained the DV and PVP&R.
- Maintained the SPPC tracking sheet and ensured there is consistency between Valeo and the Supplier on SPPC.
- Designed and maintained Prototype, Pre-Production and Production Control Plans during the different phases of the project and before delivery to the customer.
- Performed CpK’s for all the critical characteristics, GR&R for the SMT, ICT, ProMik, Conformal Coating, Assembly and EOLT lines using Minitab software.
- Reviewed and provided feedback on the strain gauge analysis, PQ on the machines.
- Participated in HW design reviews, Suppliers and tool makers Design Reviews.
- Helped the R&D team in creating,releasing and verifying the ECR/ECO for all the engineering changes performed during different stages of the project using PLM.
- Maintained and Monitored APQP deliverables to the customer and internal deliverables.
- Ensured IS(Initial Samples) validated by the customer received on time.
- Managed interim approvals with the customer.
- Managed and created LLCs during different stages of the project to prevent any reoccurrence of the same issue.
- Participated, conducted project QRQCs, and ensured the project team used the QRQC materials/tools.
- Supported purchasing team and SQA for the external supplier parts and acted as SQA for internal valeo parts.
- Implemented RPA, Safe Launch, tracked 0Km returns and warranty returns for the Camera Module System.
- Worked on GM SQMS, GQTS, SPPS and Ford eAPQP, VPP systems.
- In-depth knowledge of both GM supplypower and Ford Supplier Portal.
- Facilitated SMT/Electronics Module Assembly process improvements, decreasing overall errors by 2%.
- Supported quality team members during corrective action updates.
- Contributed to root cause analysis to determine core reason for failures and errors.
- Demonstrated product and quality expertise in product inspections.
- Performed quality inspections and drafted reports to detail non-conforming material issues.
- Collaborated with on-site directors, operations managers and supervisors on engineering projects.
- Implemented corrective action for major warranty issue improvements company-wide.
- Managed project documents, blueprints and specifications.
- Used Minitab to process data compiled from field for performance assessments.
- Performed analysis on new process designs and prototypes in development stage.
Project Engineer Intern
Valeo North America, Inc
Troy, MI
01.2016 - 08.2016
- Working with functional owners to create and manage DFMEA and PFMEA.
- Generating list of SPPC’s based off FMEA’s.
- Tolerance Investigation and stack-up analysis.
- Assisting with design reviews and SOW requirements.
- Create and Manage E-BOM, ECR’s and ECO’s.
- Interpret 2D diagrams with GD&T, to interpret and identify any design failures.
- Design and Support all DOE activities and performing Root-Cause analysis on design parameters.
- Performed and maintained DFMEA for Camera Bracket/Beauty Cover.
- Answered questions for customers about various aspects of DFMEA.
Quality Engineer Intern
Sakthi Automotive group USA
Detroit, MI
05.2015 - 12.2015
- Prepared work instructions and PPAP documents for the production process of the automotive parts supplied to GM.
- Created DFMEA’s and liaised with design team to initiate ECR to reduce RPN.
- Generated C&E matrix to prioritize and mitigate risks for PFMEA.
- Generated 8D’s and formulated the corrective measures that need to be taken for the defective parts that were shipped and made sure that the same was not repeated in the future.
- Performed frequent quality checks and maintained quality standards for the products that are produced, and ensured they are to the customer standards and requirements.
- Perform incoming inspection for the casting parts, compare it with the standards developed, and give approval for the parts.
- Prepared and maintained quality charts such as I chart and Pareto charts and help in identification and analysis of the most common problems for the process, and also help in maintaining 0 PPM.
- Performed Run @ Rate operations in the plant for the steering knuckles.
Research Analyst
Relationship Science LLC
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
07.2013 - 07.2014
- Worked in developing a “business development tool” to help the customers connect and make connections to the most influential people in the world.
- Performed Quality controller activities as it required the work performed for the tool required 99.2% quality
- Also worked on the “Six degrees of Separation” model for building networks between businesses and predominantly doing business is made a lot easy for the end user using the tool.
- Collated all the data collected from the team, ensured for quality check, and made it live on the tool.
- Worked with the core team in developing the back end process for the tool and provided insights and feedback in making the tool much more enhanced and reliable for use.
- Performed valid and accurate market research for connectivity.
- Cataloged data and research into Phython database.
- Collaborated with team members to initiate best practices to achieve organizational goals.
Graduate Engineering Trainee
S.V. Sugar Mills Limited
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
01.2013 - 07.2013
- Part of the core team that performed majority of the operations within the plant.
- Worked in a 110 TPH Traveling Grate biomass and bagasse fueled boiler, was given the task of running the plant with high efficiency and supply of good quality steam for the fermentation process of distillation.
- Checked Boiler/Turbine/Feeders/Valves daily and provided repairs to avoid long maintenance wait times.
- Completed as many as 4 design projects in 6 months time.
- Developed and implemented process flow improvement and standardization projects.
- Worked with supervisors and technicians on timely and accurate completion of new 10 feet feeder project.
Associate Software Engineer
Accenture
Bengaluru, Karnataka
07.2012 - 08.2012
- Worked in the testing of Software to find any bugs before approval for release to the release team.
- Worked on the Accenture Omni-Channel testing platform to FastTrack digital application testing while improving market potential.
Plant Trainee
Ford Motor Company
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
06.2011 - 07.2011
- Learned about the various steps and the processes in car manufacturing.
- Gained hands on experience in the "Stamping" and "Assembly Line" of car manufacturing.
- Learned the importance of inventory control and logistics management.
- Learned and experienced the different testing methods used to test a car before it goes on to large-scale production.
Education
M.S - Industrial Engineering
Wayne State University
08.2014 - 05.2016
Relevant Coursework: Applied Statistics and Probability for Engineers, Deterministic optimization, Fundamentals of Six Sigma (Green Belt), Production Systems, Lean - undefined
Project Management, Supply Chain Management, and Facilities Design - undefined
B.E - Mechanical Engineering
Anna University
09.2008 - 06.2012
Relevant Coursework: Engineering Mathematics, Fluid Dynamics, Thermodynamics, Design of Machine Elements, Dynamics of Machinery, Gas Dynamics and Jet Propulsion, Finite element Analysis, Total Quality Management. - undefined
Skills
Continuous Improvement
Root Cause Analysis
Product development
FMEA
Teamwork
Leadership
Software
Timeline
Site Projects Quality Engineer
Valeo North America, Inc
09.2016 - Current
Project Engineer Intern
Valeo North America, Inc
01.2016 - 08.2016
Quality Engineer Intern
Sakthi Automotive group USA
05.2015 - 12.2015
M.S - Industrial Engineering
Wayne State University
08.2014 - 05.2016
Research Analyst
Relationship Science LLC
07.2013 - 07.2014
Graduate Engineering Trainee
S.V. Sugar Mills Limited
01.2013 - 07.2013
Associate Software Engineer
Accenture
07.2012 - 08.2012
Plant Trainee
Ford Motor Company
06.2011 - 07.2011
B.E - Mechanical Engineering
Anna University
09.2008 - 06.2012