Prabhu Manickam
Bengaluru
Summary
Product Reliability & Test Engineer with over 12 years in semiconductor and automation sectors. Expertise in system troubleshooting, data analysis, and equipment reliability assessment aligned with global standards. Demonstrated success in optimizing complex systems for enhanced performance and reliability, utilizing skills in Python, PLC programming, and electromechanical controls. Proven track record in leading cross-functional teams to improve system efficiency and drive project success through effective collaboration.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Product Quality & Reliability Engineer
Applied Materials
Bengaluru
02.2024 - Current
- Developed comprehensive test plans, execution strategies, and validation methodologies to support semiconductor reliability.
- Analysed Heaters, Echucks, Lift Automations, Slit Valves, Direct Liquid Injection Systems, Vacuum Chambers, and other critical semiconductor equipment.
- Led root cause failure analysis, collaborating with design engineers to improve system reliability metrics.
- Partnered with EHS & Product Safety teams to ensure compliance before initiating test procedures.
- Emergency Response Team (ERT) Member, trained in workplace safety, incident handling, and compliance with EHS regulations.
- Led data-driven investigations using Python, NI tools, and data acquisition software to assess system integrity and predict failures.
- Implemented failure mode analysis (8D, FMECA) to minimize downtime and improve equipment durability.
Reliability Test Engineer
Tata Consultancy Services (Client: Applied Materials)
Bengaluru
12.2019 - 02.2024
- Designed and implemented test automation scripting (LUA, NI tools) for semiconductor reliability testing.
- Troubleshot servo motors (Copley, Elmo), heater controllers (Watlow, Eurotherm) to enhance system reliability.
- Provided technical guidance for system integration, troubleshooting, and efficiency enhancements.
- Led cross-functional collaboration between engineers, designers, and safety teams to resolve system failures.
Engineer
Janatics India Pvt Ltd
Coimbatore
05.2013 - 12.2019
- Led Installation & Commissioning of automation systems across industrial applications.
- Designed Electro-Pneumatic Control Panels, optimizing efficiency in manufacturing processes.
- Developed IIOT4.0 Project on Modular Manufacturing Systems, integrating smart automation for advanced production.
- Utilized Siemens, Allen Bradley PLC programming to implement Ladder Logic for seamless automation.
- Collaborated closely with system engineers & customers to design user-friendly automation solutions.
Diploma Engineering Trainee
Mak Control Systems Automation
Coimbatore
09.2012 - 02.2013
- Conducted Control Panel Testing, ensuring compliance with industrial automation standards.
Diploma Engineering Trainee
Rane Engine Valves
Trichy
06.2010 - 06.2012
- Managed Plant Engineering & Maintenance, ensuring high operational efficiency.
- Led Breakdown & Preventive Maintenance, reducing downtime.
- Oversaw Utility Maintenance, optimizing resource allocation for sustainable operations.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering Technology - Work Integrated Learning Program
BITS Pilani
Bengaluru06.2025
High School Diploma - Mechatronics Engineering
PSG Polytechnic College
Coimbatore04.2011
Skills
- System-based technical troubleshooting
- Vacuum systems and semiconductor equipment
- Reliability and failure analysis
- PLC programming (Siemens)
- Safety management and EHS compliance
- Low-cost automation and efficiency improvements
- Python-based data analysis and NI tools
- Communication protocols (Ethernet, EtherCAT, RS485)
- Failure mechanism testing and test automation (LUA, NI platforms)
Accomplishments
- Best Project of the Quarter Award — Recognized for contributions to a needle-moving reliability program, improving system performance and uptime.
- Most Valued Partner Award (Aug 2023) — Awarded by Applied Materials for outstanding performance in customer-centric system reliability initiatives, proactive issue resolution, and cross-functional collaboration.
- Certificate of Recognition for Instrumented Wafer Test Chamber Project (Mar 2023) — Honoured for significant contributions and technical effort in successfully executing advanced wafer test chamber instrumentation project at Applied Materials.
- Successfully led 5+ high-impact projects, ensuring on-time completion and recognized for project execution excellence.
Timeline
Product Quality & Reliability Engineer
Applied Materials
02.2024 - Current
Reliability Test Engineer
Tata Consultancy Services (Client: Applied Materials)
12.2019 - 02.2024
Engineer
Janatics India Pvt Ltd
05.2013 - 12.2019
Diploma Engineering Trainee
Mak Control Systems Automation
09.2012 - 02.2013
Diploma Engineering Trainee
Rane Engine Valves
06.2010 - 06.2012
Bachelor of Engineering Technology - Work Integrated Learning Program
BITS Pilani
High School Diploma - Mechatronics Engineering
PSG Polytechnic College
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