RAHUL KUMAR
Chandigarh
Summary
Dynamic Senior Manager with a proven track record at RITES Ltd., excelling in quality assurance and vendor strategy. Leveraging ISO 9001 expertise and strong stakeholder management, I drive continuous improvement initiatives, enhancing project efficiency and compliance. Adept at resolving technical challenges, I ensure optimal performance in high-stakes environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Manager – Mechanical / Quality Assurance
RITES Ltd.
Delhi
06.2018 - Current
- Quality Leadership: Lead Quality Assurance and third-party inspections for mechanical equipment and heavy machinery for large-scale infrastructure and railway projects.
- Vendor Strategy: Conduct vendor qualifications, capacity assessments, and supplier audits to ensure compliance with international quality standards.
- Technical Authority: Review engineering drawings and ITPs; resolve technical deviations with suppliers to ensure project continuity.
- Efficiency: Support continuous improvement initiatives aligned with Six Sigma and ISO 9001 requirements to minimize rework and quality risks.
Assistant Engineer
Directorate General of Quality Assurance (DGQA)
09.2015 - 06.2018
- Defence QA: Executed supplier quality assurance for critical equipment used in Indian Navy shipbuilding programs (P15B, P17, P17A).
- Compliance: Led Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and compliance reviews; prepared QAPs and ATP/FAT protocols for high-precision naval assets.
- Technical Testing: Conducted NDT, EMI/EMC, ingress protection, and performance testing as per applicable standards.
Deputy Manager – O&M
Indraprastha Gas Ltd. (IGL)
New Delhi
09.2010 - 09.2014
- Operations: Managed operations and maintenance of CNG compressor stations (250–1200 SCM) and maintained rotating equipment like Caterpillar and Waukesha engines.
- Reliability: Planned and executed preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance to significantly improve equipment uptime.
- Asset Management: Controlled spare parts inventory and maintenance records using SAP, ensuring optimal stock levels and cost efficiency.
Education
MBA - Operation And Marketing
Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Kozhikode
Kerala04-2023
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Delhi College of Engineering
Delhi06-2010
Skills
- ISO 9001:2015 lead auditor
- Six Sigma green belt
- NDT level II (UT and ECT)
- Advanced welding techniques
- Industrial hydraulics expertise
- CNG compressor training
- Industrial lubrication knowledge
- SAP MM/PM user proficiency
- MS Office Suite skills
- Root cause analysis
- Inspection and test plans (ITP)
- Analytical skills
- Stakeholder management
- Adaptability in matrix-driven environments
Core Competencies And Certifications
ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor, Six Sigma Green Belt, NDT Level II (UT & ECT), Advanced Welding, Industrial Hydraulics, CNG Compressor Training, Industrial Lubrication, SAP (MM/PM User), MS Office Suite, Root Cause Analysis, Inspection & Test Plans (ITP), Strong analytical skills, Stakeholder management, Adaptable to matrix-driven MNC environments
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Hindi
Native
Native
Timeline
Senior Manager – Mechanical / Quality Assurance
RITES Ltd.
06.2018 - Current
Assistant Engineer
Directorate General of Quality Assurance (DGQA)
09.2015 - 06.2018
Deputy Manager – O&M
Indraprastha Gas Ltd. (IGL)
09.2010 - 09.2014
MBA - Operation And Marketing
Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Kozhikode
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Delhi College of Engineering