CHINNIAH K
Coimbatore
Summary
Dynamic Lead Engineer with nearly 5 years of experience in New Product Development (NPD) and Core of Excellence (COE) operations, specializing in structural design for construction equipment manufacturing OEMs. Proven ability to deliver high-impact engineering solutions that transition seamlessly from concept to implementation, ensuring optimal product performance and reliability. Expertise in CAD modeling, GD&T, and DFM/DFA principles enhances manufacturing efficiency while driving innovation within engineering teams. Committed to upholding ISO, SAE, and ASME standards in product designs, consistently striving for excellence in every project.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Engineer-NPD-RND
Bull Machines Pvt Ltd.
03.2022 - Current
- Created products following engineering and design standards featuring product design calculations, process design, and formulation of design specifications and technical documents.
- Analyzed and designed cutting-edge concepts for new products and production systems.
- Assessed 3D models and drawings to ensure compliance with ISO standards and customer requirements.
- Contributed to DFMEA processes focused on failure reduction and improvement of product reliability.
- Applied engineering calculations for part selection and subsystem design, securing alignment with performance requirements and manufacturability by leveraging DFM, DFA, and DFS principles.
- Facilitated design reviews, performed root cause analysis, and coordinated with manufacturing teams to rectify design and process obstacles.
- Directed cross-functional projects coordinating efforts of purchasing quality and cost estimation teams.
- Coordinated efficient communication with internal teams and suppliers to ensure engineering change notes progressed from initiation to implementation.
- Assisted in building prototypes and conducting verification tests for mechanical mule to ensure design efficacy.
- Led manufacturing engineering initiatives centered on the design and implementation of effective manufacturing processes.
- Created dimensional drawings for main assemblies, part drawings, and bills of materials following ISO standards. Acquired hands-on experience in structural design and sheet metal applications.
- Employed CAD tools to improve drawing accuracy and workflow efficiency. Performed technical drawing reviews to ensure compliance and eliminate errors.
- Implemented revisions based on stakeholder input to enhance design integrity. Preserved structured records of design documentation for audit purposes.
- Generated detailed documentation including engineering change notes, CAPA assessments, RCA reports, service bulletins, and spare parts reference guides.
- Executed tolerance stack-up analysis through application of GD&T standards.
- experienced with CAD applications Creo and AutoCAD.
- Capable of leveraging MS Office applications—Word, Excel, and PowerPoint—for comprehensive technical reporting and presentations.
- Robust communication proficiency, proactive techniques, and imaginative problem-solving in product design.
- Led cross-functional teams to optimize engineering processes and improve project delivery timelines.
Design & Quality Engineer Trainee
Titan Company Limited - Watch Case Plant
11.2020 - 07.2021
- Created various watch case models using die and punch modeling tools. Drafted detailed two-dimensional designs with AutoCAD software.
- have experience with sheet metal operations like shearing, forming, and bending activities.
- Conducted basic safety operations using a checklist prior to machine operation. Acquired knowledge of machine settings relative to various tools and limit adjustments.
- Detecting components within various trays for tool matching and refining tools for accuracy.
- Six Sigma components proficiency in rectifying future errors.
- Resolving tool challenges with blue matching to uphold required dimensions for components.
- Analyzing engineering drawings for quality assurance, executing GD&T following final process inner trimming and outer trimming.
- Perform tool assessments at conclusion of machining for all models and maintain established storage protocols.
- Executed quality inspections with micrometers, vernier calipers, and offset pitchers. Applied dial gauges and pour gauges for detailed measurement assessments. Implemented go-no-go gauges to verify compliance with specifications. Maintained all inspection instruments for optimal performance and reliability.
- Implementing 5S practices for boosting production and safeguarding processes
- Meeting for knowledge exchange and difficulties faced at conclusion of each shift with peers.
- Monthly review meeting for production optimization and enhancement.
Education
B.E. - Aeronautical Engineering
Hindusthan College of Engineering And Technology
Coimbatore04-2020
Skills
- Skilled in using AutoCAD, Creo, and UG NX
- Product design expertise
- Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing expertise
- Effective problem-solving
- Experience in conducting structural analysis with FEA software
Certification
CREO FOR DESIGN ENGINEERS BY PTC UNIVERSITY
DIPLOMA IN CFD USING ANSYS FLUENT
LANGUAGES
English
Advanced (C1)
Tamil
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Senior Engineer-NPD-RND
Bull Machines Pvt Ltd.
03.2022 - Current
Design & Quality Engineer Trainee
Titan Company Limited - Watch Case Plant
11.2020 - 07.2021
B.E. - Aeronautical Engineering
Hindusthan College of Engineering And Technology