Dynamic leader & amiable Technical Lead ready to rapidly onboard new personnel and kick start new projects. Achieves rapid and exceptional completion metrics through careful utilization of available skills and technical assets. Assembles effective teams by exploiting complementary competencies and collaborative employee relationships.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Service Technical Lead
GE Vernova
10.2023 - 05.2024
Taking the lead on QI's for resolving customer quality issues.
Prepare customer service instructions
Leading RCA for QI's.
Proving solutions for service operation for blades service
New method of process improvement.
GWO-certified person in the Service Engineering team.
Leading project for 107M blades
Taking lead on split blade services
Working towards customer voice on priority to resolve issues
Lead Engineer
GE Renewable Energy
04.2023 - 10.2023
Mentored junior engineers, contributing to their professional growth and overall team productivity.
Led a team of engineers to deliver high-quality products on time and within budget constraints.
Taking leads on special projects end to end (Oil ingression, Access hatch for split blades, Epoxy manufacturing 76.5, and new NPI 75.7P2).
PFMEA for special projects.
Input to DFMEA and team-based learning.
Coordinating with customers for epoxy, best-in-class deliveries.
Process development for post-molding processes.
Advanced Engineer
GE Renewable Energy
03.2021 - 04.2023
Approve QCR's, ECR's as responsible person.
Setting new process standard for manufacturing.
Bridging a gap between NTI and NPI for blade manufacturing support.
Supporting NTI's for implementing new technologies in plant (U-shape bulkheads, 1.5 webs, Molding, and post-molding support).
100% zero defect achieved for 68.7 blades in webs, shells, and U bulkheads.
Support during daily issues resolution in blade manufacturing plants.
75.6 new Epoxy blades manufacturing support , Accountability & PFMEA preparation
Engineer, Technology Transfer
GE Renewable Energy
01.2020 - 03.2021
Developed positive working relationships with stakeholders to effectively coordinate work activities.
Driven support for technology transfer, like Carbon ML, No over lamination, Flat back, LPS, and 1.5 web technologies.
Coordinated with global teams for remote support.
Technology transfer across all the plants.
Documentation review for new technologies before start-up.
Worked on split blade technology transfer globally.
Worked on pin joint technology transfer.
Provided input to team lead regarding areas for process and procedural improvement.
Specialist Ramp up ( Global Ramp up & Support )
LM Wind Power Blades India Pvt Ltd
11.2017 - 01.2020
Supporting ramp up specialist for all 15 plants
Cycle time improvements
Achieving zero defect delivery to the customers
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals on time and within budget.
Improved customer satisfaction rates through proactive problem-solving and efficient complaint resolution.
Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work.
Achieving zero defects: Shells, Webs, and blades, and other components for internal customers.
New Pin joint technology in GE as a Vendor development for equipment's & tools
Closely worked with pin joint green field factory to achieve production cycle time & meeting customer demands
Conduction audits to the plants on specific process
Worked with critical equipment like tartler machine ,degassing, consumable removal machine, turning tables ,radius cutting machines
Monitoring on SAT & FAT for molds & equipment's
Documents review like WI,CI,PC,QCR,ECR etc.
Negotiated with suppliers to reduce material costs, improving profit margins.
Engineering Team (Process Engineer)
LM Wind Power Blades India Pvt Ltd
08.2017 - 10.2017
Conducted root cause analysis to identify, prioritize and eliminate process losses.
Designed and executed experiments to identify process improvements, leading to reduced costs and increased efficiency.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve product quality, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
Reduced production downtime by conducting thorough root cause analyses and implementing corrective actions.
Provided technical support for troubleshooting equipment issues, maintaining plant reliability and minimizing operational disruptions.
Participated in project reviews to enable ongoing status tracking and reporting.
Provided technical assistance to production team when issues arose.
Reviewed processes, identifying areas requiring improvement.
Optimized manufacturing processes by implementing continuous improvement initiatives and lean methodologies.
Identified bottlenecks in the production line through capacity analysis studies, increasing overall throughput rates as a result.
Managed capital projects for the installation of new equipment or modifications to existing systems, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
Led project to automate manual processes, achieving significant time savings and reducing human error.
Technical Trainer /Training Coordinator
LM Wind Power Blades, India, Pvt Ltd
05.2011 - 07.2017
Evaluated training effectiveness through regular feedback surveys, making necessary adjustments to course content as needed.
Developed customized learning plans for employees at different skill levels, ensuring optimal knowledge retention and skill development.
Worked with video production team and developed new training content in various distribution channels.
Optimized learning experiences by incorporating a variety of multimedia tools, including video tutorials and interactive simulations.
Maintained detailed records of employee progress throughout training programs, allowing managers to easily track improvements over time.
Enhanced employee technical skills by developing comprehensive training modules and hands-on workshops.
Conducted thorough needs assessments to identify areas for improvement in training materials and methods.
Boosted employee satisfaction rates through personalized coaching sessions, addressing individual challenges and concerns related to technology use.
Delivered train-the-trainer sessions to empower internal subject matter experts to lead future training initiatives.
Standardized company-wide technical documentation by developing clear guidelines and templates for use in all departments.
Updated training coursework and requirements according to group and technology changes.
Developed job-specific competencies and performance standards.
Analyzed and evaluated training effectiveness and program outcomes.
Provided coaching and mentoring to employees.
Conducted thorough needs assessments to identify skill gaps and develop appropriate training solutions.
Led cross-functional teams comprised of subject matter experts to create collaborative solutions addressing complex organizational challenges through targeted skills development efforts.
Production Team Leader/Supervisor of Operations
LM Wind Power Blades India Pvt Lmited
11.2007 - 05.2011
Maintained open lines of communication with upper management, reporting progress updates on key metrics regularly.
Conducted root-cause analysis on any identified issues during quality inspections, taking corrective action promptly.
Streamlined operations realizing significant improvements in production flow.
Mentored new employees, providing them with the necessary knowledge and guidance to become effective members of the production team.
Trainee Engineer
Alpine Alloys
08.2006 - 08.2007
Attended professional development workshops to continuously update knowledge on industry trends, technologies, and best practices.
In charge of production unit of railway sleeper casting manufacturing.
Responsible for shift in charge.
Education
High School Diploma -
SSLC
Sri Siddhartha Residential School
04.2001 -
MBA - Manufacturing Management
Bits -Pilani
Birla Institute Of Technology & Science - Pilani
04.2001 -
Masters in Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
IIMRT
Indian Institute Of Management Research Technology
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering
B-Tech Mechanical Engineering
Karnataka State Open University
04.2001 -
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Diploma
Government Polytechnic
04.2001 -
Skills
Project Leadership
Accomplishments
Visited USA for trio 62.2P3 blade implementation & reducing the cost of the blade
Visited China for Technology transfer from LM/GE plant as a selected person for implementing new process glass materials & product quality development.
We made a bench mark Center of excellence (COE) Training center recorded globally in LM wind power
Start award in December 2011
Successfully good ramp up support for different blade types in Dabaspet, Vadodara,Grand forks (USA), QHD& BOA (china) & Brazil plants
Best Kaizen Award 2012
Implanting new consumable removable tool in spar beam for pin joint technology
CEO kaizen event - Zero defect webs for 77.4P3 blades July 2021
Impact award on deliver with focus 2023
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Kannad
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Certification
CEO Kaizen - Zero defects webs
Timeline
Global wind organization
01-2024
Service Technical Lead
GE Vernova
10.2023 - 05.2024
Lead Engineer
GE Renewable Energy
04.2023 - 10.2023
Deliver with focus
03-2023
CEO Kaizen - Zero defects webs
07-2021
Advanced Engineer
GE Renewable Energy
03.2021 - 04.2023
Engineer, Technology Transfer
GE Renewable Energy
01.2020 - 03.2021
Specialist Ramp up ( Global Ramp up & Support )
LM Wind Power Blades India Pvt Ltd
11.2017 - 01.2020
Lean Sensie
11-2017
Engineering Team (Process Engineer)
LM Wind Power Blades India Pvt Ltd
08.2017 - 10.2017
Blades manufacturing & equipment's trainer
01-2016
Technical Trainer /Training Coordinator
LM Wind Power Blades, India, Pvt Ltd
05.2011 - 07.2017
Production Team Leader/Supervisor of Operations
LM Wind Power Blades India Pvt Lmited
11.2007 - 05.2011
Trainee Engineer
Alpine Alloys
08.2006 - 08.2007
High School Diploma -
SSLC
04.2001 -
MBA - Manufacturing Management
Bits -Pilani
04.2001 -
Masters in Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Senior Sales & Segment Leader (M&D) at GE Vernova T&D India Ltd. (GE Vernova)Senior Sales & Segment Leader (M&D) at GE Vernova T&D India Ltd. (GE Vernova)
Project Engineer (Primary) - Electrical at GE Vernova, Part of GE Renewable EnergyProject Engineer (Primary) - Electrical at GE Vernova, Part of GE Renewable Energy