Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Training
STANDARDS EXPOSURE
SOFT SKILLS
PERSONAL PROFILE
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Ishwarayya GR

Ishwarayya GR

Bangalore

Summary

"I am driven by a continuous desire to improve myself and excel in any field I pursue. I actively seek out new challenges and unexplored areas, consistently pushing my boundaries. This mindset has helped me cultivate a well-rounded personality that blends technical expertise with management acumen. I believe this unique combination enables me to contribute meaningfully and do justice to the opportunities offered by your organization."

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Advanced Process Engineer

Honeywell Technologies Solutions Lab
03.2009 - Current
  • Led complete project lifecycle including planning, costing, and resolution of technical challenges.
  • Took full ownership of projects, collaborating with engineering, reliability, and global teams.
  • Successfully established a world-class lab facility for a new campus, providing critical inputs to builders and consultants.
  • Specialized in testing automotive sensors under elevated temperature and environmental conditions.
  • Conducted validation across CV, DV, and PV phases, ensuring compliance with customer and industrial specifications.
  • Developed and reviewed DVP&R documents, test plans, and procedures.
  • Performed environmental testing: Temperature Cycling, Humidity, Thermal Shock, Salt Spray, Vibration, IPX7/X8/X9K, Hot Dunk.
  • Executed electrical safety tests: IR, Dielectric, Short Circuit, Overvoltage, Reverse Voltage.
  • Conducted Gage R&R studies and capability analysis of test systems.
  • Scheduled and assigned daily tasks to lab technicians; maintained lab per HSE and NABL standards.
  • Hands-on experience with: Thermal Chambers: Weiss, CSZ, Espec, CME, Thermotron.
  • Instrumentation: Pressure Controllers, Agilent Data Loggers, Power Supplies.
  • Coordinated with external labs (CPRI, TUV, Bureau Veritas, Wipro) for customer-driven testing.
  • Maintained >95% chamber uptime using TPM methodology and proactive spare inventory management.
  • Worked closely with vendors and calibration agencies (Transcaal, Wavecal, Fluke, FCRI) for equipment procurement, repair, and calibration.
  • Applied HOS tools like 5S, Kaizen, and TPM to improve lab efficiency and reliability.
  • Followed NABL methodologies to enhance process quality and compliance.

Testing Engineer

Flui-tec Instruments and Controls
05.2008 - 01.2009
  • Installed and serviced a wide range of automation instruments, including: Level Switches & Transmitters, Flow Meters (Magnetic, Paddle Wheel, Mass Flow, Water Meters), Pressure Transmitters & Switches, Float Switches, Ultrasonic Level Transmitters (Nivelco EchoTrek), Microprocessor-based Process Indicators, Analytical Instruments.
  • Integrated instruments with PLC systems to automate industrial processes.
  • Conducted preliminary and final inspections to ensure instrument functionality and compliance.
  • Played a key role in the KAIGA (NPCIL) water level measurement project, utilizing EchoTrek ultrasonic level transmitters for precise monitoring.

Testing Engineer

Chartered Semiconductors
11.2005 - 11.2007
  • Conducted wafer testing using EFLM machines, focusing on: Step Height, Thickness, and Critical Dimension measurements.
  • Performed daily and weekly calibration of machines using standardized procedures: Seasoning Test, Etching Test, Particle Test.
  • Scheduled and executed Preventive Maintenance (PM) based on calibration results (weekly/monthly).
  • Diagnosed and resolved minor machine issues, ensuring minimal downtime.
  • Successfully passed the Singapore Government Level Certification Exam, demonstrating international competency in semiconductor testing and equipment handling.

Testing Engineer

ESCO Electronics
08.2004 - 11.2005
  • Worked with an electrical company specializing in Energy Saver Systems designed to significantly reduce power consumption in industrial and domestic appliances.
  • Responsible for wiring PCBs and mounting components such as transformers and capacitors into the system.
  • Performed on-site installation and testing of energy saver systems at customer locations.
  • Provided troubleshooting and technical support directly at customer sites, ensuring system reliability and customer satisfaction.

Testing Engineer

Solectron Centum Electronics
06.2002 - 07.2004
  • Conducted thermal behavior testing of crystals based on customer specifications.
  • Performed frequency and resistance testing of Quartz Crystals using Kholinker measuring systems.
  • Executed reliability testing of crystal oscillators across various temperature ranges using Saunders band run machines.
  • Applied Statistical Process Control (SPC) charts to monitor and reduce process variation.
  • Served as Final Quality Inspector, ensuring product compliance and reliability.
  • Led Kaizen initiatives on the shop floor to enhance quality and productivity by eliminating waste.
  • Implemented 5S principles and maintained KANBAN systems for efficient material replenishment.
  • Facilitated Quality Circle activities, applying problem-solving techniques and quality tools for continuous improvement.
  • Actively participated in weekly Quality Review meetings to identify and reduce defects.

Education

Instrumentation And Technology

College of Engineering
Hubli
03-2001

Skills

  • Technical Experience Summary
  • With over 24 years of experience, I have led and contributed to end-to-end Project Planning, Testing, and Validation across Automotive, Industrial, Aerospace, IoT, and Sensor Technologies (Speed, Position, Pressure, Conveyor Setup, Temperature Probes) My expertise spans technical execution, lab management, and strategic planning
  • Key Responsibilities & Achievements:
  • Project Management: Oversaw complete project lifecycle including planning, costing, and resolution of technical challenges related to deliverables
  • Testing & Validation: Conducted rigorous testing of products and critical components per national/international standards, including: Accelerated Stress Testing (AST), Highly Accelerated Stress Testing (HAST), Environmental Stress Screening (ESS): Thermal Cycling, Thermal Shock, Humidity, Vibration, Physical Shock, Electrical Stress, Dust/Water Ingress, Salt Spray
  • Safety Compliance Testing: Executed safety tests such as Hipot, Insulation Resistance, and Dielectric Strength
  • Documentation & Planning: Developed Test Plans and DVP&R documents Managed Equipment, Resource Allocation, and Test Costing Authored detailed Test Reports for Design, Production, and Manufacturing Qualification
  • Lab Management: Maintained lab operations in compliance with Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) standards Led Gauge R&R studies to validate test system capability Coordinated with external labs (CPRI, TUV, Wipro) and calibration agencies (Transcaal, Wavecal, Fluke, FCRI) Built strong vendor relationships (Weiss, CSZ, Thermotron, CME, Espec)
  • Infrastructure Development: Key contributor in building a 20,000 sq ft lab, including equipment selection, installation, calibration, and commissioning Designed and developed custom test fixtures to support specialized testing needs

Certification

ISO 17025

Timeline

Advanced Process Engineer

Honeywell Technologies Solutions Lab
03.2009 - Current

Testing Engineer

Flui-tec Instruments and Controls
05.2008 - 01.2009

Testing Engineer

Chartered Semiconductors
11.2005 - 11.2007

Testing Engineer

ESCO Electronics
08.2004 - 11.2005

Testing Engineer

Solectron Centum Electronics
06.2002 - 07.2004

Instrumentation And Technology

College of Engineering

Training

  • Honeywell certified DMAIC Six Sigma Core Green Belt.
  • TPM training- Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
  • Business communication training.
  • Technical training at-Singapore
  • HSE Training conducted at-Chennai.
  • NABL internal auditor training-Bangalore
  • Conveyor manufacturing training in Chihuahua-Mexico

STANDARDS EXPOSURE

  • IEC 60068
  • IEC 60529
  • MIL-202G
  • ASTM-B117
  • ISO 16750

SOFT SKILLS

  • Application software: Microsoft -Office
  • Programming Languages: C.
  • Platform: Windows

PERSONAL PROFILE

  • Date of Birth: 1980-07-22
  • Marital status: Married
  • Gender: Male
  • Languages known: Kannada, English, Hindi.
  • Permanent Address: Gottigere, Bangalore-83

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