SAI KUMAR MEKALA
Testing Engineer
Bellary , Karnataka
Summary
6+ Years work experience in Control Panel Testing of Locomotive of 4500HP & 6000HP.Qualified Test Engineer proven to implement and maintain cost-effective methods of system testing and troubleshooting to reduce operating costs. Technically-savvy and skilled at quickly learning new concepts, software and equipment. Collaborative team player with excellent communication and interpersonal talents.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
4
4
Languages
Work History
Junior Test Engineer
GE Aerospace
Pune
07.2017 - Current
- Performing Testing of Aux Cab unit (4500HP & 6000HP) and IGBT which goes on the platform of the Locomotive for Indian Railway.
- Tested, identified and troubleshot problems with networks.
- Scheduled available resources to conduct assessments and prototype testing.
- Engaged internal and external customers during planning and test phases to answer questions.
- Documented and developed engineering procedures and processes.
- Utilized statistical methods and Six Sigma techniques to conduct experiments, analyze data and perform root cause analysis.
- Tracked test reports and failures determined by root cause data trends.
- Communicated technical information both verbally and in writing in simple terminology.
- Capable to Manage the Hi-Pot (5000VDC) Tester & Test Equipment
- Calculating the OEE, FPY & DPU for Aux Cab for representing Six Sigma Model Line
- Ensure Testing Process in Line with approved Procedure & tools requires for product Testing in line with Electrical safety Global Practice & QMS
- Maintaining the Test Equipment’s with proper PM/Calibration processes and Test Process to meet the Takt Time.
- Co-ordinate operation activities to ensure production schedule & Customer satisfaction
- Co-ordinate & provide Technical, Quality and Production leadership to assigned teams
- Implement and execute 5’S programs, 5+Kaizen events, 25+Root Cause Analysis & 2 Poka-Yoke
- Responsible for the Line 5’S, Process Audits, Cross Functional Team Audits to promote Lean Culture
- Developing proactive, product quality improvements and resolve existing quality issues
- By this improvements & Reworks in the Year 2022 the COQ Saved was Rs 439290/-
- Visiting the Customer JVC & Supported for the Fault recovery in Testing at Final Locomotive.
Education
BE - Electrical Engineering
D Y Patil Institute of Engineering & Technology
Ambi, Pune, Maharashtra 02.2021 - 08.2023
Diploma - Electrical & Electronic Engineering
Sanjay Gandhi Polytechnic
Bellary, Bengaluru, Karnataka 05.2014 - 06.2017
SSC -
Rishitha English Medium School
Anantapur, BSE, Andhra Pradesh 07.2013 - 07.2014
Skills
Preparation of Manufacturing Documents
undefinedAccomplishments
- FPY improvement for Aux cab Line (Yellow Belt -DMAIC in Six Sigma – GE Project) By DMAIC Methodology, we improved the FPY of Aux Cab Line from 50% to 80%.
- Action Work-Out (AWO) to improve the Material Movement (VRK Event -GE Project) By Implementing Lean Tools like SMED, Poka-Yoke,5’S, VSM improved the Material Movement in the Warehouse.
- Lean Six Sigma Model Line Project (Setting a Model Line -GE Project) Set-up the Model Line by implementing the VSM, 8 Wastages, 5’S, Standard Work, Operator Balancing, Kanban System, Reducing the Takt Time from 142 hrs. to 109hrs.
Certification
EHS- 280
Awards
- Silver Award in Quality Circle Forum of India.
- Excellence 1st Winner Award in Quality for Preparing & Presenting the Best RCA.
- Excellence 2nd Runner Up Award in Quality for Establishing Quality Culture in HPT.
- Achievement 3rd Rank in Kaizen Walkthrough Competition.
- Impact Award for Delivery with Focus.
- Impact Award for Lead with Transparently.
- Impact Award for Act with Humanity.
Timeline
BE - Electrical Engineering
D Y Patil Institute of Engineering & Technology
02.2021 - 08.2023
Junior Test Engineer
GE Aerospace
07.2017 - Current
Diploma - Electrical & Electronic Engineering
Sanjay Gandhi Polytechnic
05.2014 - 06.2017
SSC -
Rishitha English Medium School
07.2013 - 07.2014
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