SANDEEP KUMAR AGARWAL
Delhi
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Specialist
Pentair Water India Pvt. Ltd
05.2022 - Current
- Data Transformation Analyst – Electronics:
- Validate, classify, and enrich electronic components (Passives, Discretes, ICs, and Electromechanical parts) using OEM datasheets and industry standards.
- Perform BOM scrubbing, cleansing, and normalization to ensure accuracy across engineering, sourcing, and manufacturing systems.
- Identify and evaluate alternate components, ensuring technical compatibility, cost efficiency, and supply continuity.
- Monitor component lifecycle status, obsolescence risk, and RoHS/REACH compliance; recommend proactive mitigation actions.
- Review, interpret, and act on PCN/PDN notifications, coordinating with engineering and supply chain teams to ensure minimal disruption.
- Execute end-to-end lifecycle management for discontinued or high-risk electronic parts.
- Utilize PDM/PLM tools (e.g., Silicon Expert, Octopart) to assess compliance, availability, and risk indicators.
- Maintain structured component databases to support NPI, sourcing, and supply chain optimization.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Procurement, Quality, and NPI) to ensure component readiness and data accuracy.
- Created high-level sourcing strategies aligned with technological advancements, ensuring compliance with RoHS/REACH and lifecycle risk mitigation.
- Reverse Engineering & Cost Optimization:
- Performed teardown studies and should-cost analysis for IF3 and PID VFD drives to identify value-engineering opportunities.
- Developed detailed BOMs through technical benchmarking and competitive analysis.
- Drove dual-sourcing initiatives to enhance supply continuity and reduce cost risk.
- Provided data-driven insights to cross-functional teams, contributing to $1M annual savings and strengthening supply chain resilience.
- Global Electrical & Electronics Sourcing Excellence:
- Led global sourcing transformation for PCBA, wire harnesses, transformers, and switches, managing 300+ suppliers and 8,500 parts with a spend of $126M.
- Implemented the Global sourcing framework to standardize sourcing processes, supplier qualification, and risk mitigation across NPD and production phases.
- Managed end-to-end supplier interface for RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs; partnered with global teams to drive adoption of low-cost, compliant components and prevent obsolescence.
- Conducted should-cost analysis and set realistic cost targets for NPD and VAVE projects, achieving $3.17M Annual savings through part rationalization and supplier consolidation.
- Developed and maintained BOM accuracy, drawings database, and markup using SolidWorks; provided DFM Feedback to designers and suppliers.
- Evaluated supplier capabilities, performed PPAP and APQP activities, and supported negotiation through SWOT analysis and cost breakdown assessments.
- Delivered strategic sourcing insights, improved supplier relationship management, and drove performance recovery initiatives for global stakeholders in US and Europe.
Senior Engineer
VOLTAS Beko
04.2021 - 04.2022
- Prepared product proposals and schedules for HQ and cross-functional teams.
- Developed PCBA test plans and conducted in-house testing.
- Benchmarked and analyzed competitor products.
- Led cost reduction and localization projects.
- Supported supplier development.
- Analyzed field failures and managed documentation.
- Utilized advanced testing instruments for process improvements.
Senior Engineer I
LG Electronics
12.2019 - 03.2021
- Prepared product proposals and schedules for HQ and cross-functional teams.
- Developed PCBA test plans and conducted in-house testing.
- Benchmarked and analyzed competitor products.
- Provided post-development support and process improvements.
- Led cost reduction and localization projects.
- Supported supplier development.
- Managed documentation and utilized advanced testing instruments.
Senior Engineer I
DAIKIN India
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Created test plans and facilitated PCB testing (including inverter-type air conditioners), wiring harnesses, capacitors, compressors, and power cords.
- Performed safety tests on PCBs (hot wire, arc tracking) for air conditioners and refrigerators.
- Conducted electrical design verification for IDU & ODU controllers.
- Supported WIFI, IoT, and commercial development activities.
- Developed inverter controllers, remote controllers, and verified software functionality.
Senior Engineer I
SU-KAM Power System
07.2016 - 12.2018
- Managed complete product design verification and validation for low-capacity inverters.
- Demonstrated expertise in solar energy products, installation, and commissioning.
- Applied knowledge of power converter topologies (AC/DC, DC/DC, DC/AC) and electronic components.
- Ensured reliability and effectiveness of parts used in manufacturing across production, R&D, compliance, and design stages.
- Assessed manufacturability for cost-effective, reliable assembly based on materials knowledge.
- Led technical investigations and resolved manufacturing problems.
- Owned electronic hardware lifecycle from specification to design, prototyping, testing, certification, and mass production.
Education
B.Tech - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Manav Rachna International University
Faridabad, Haryana07.2016
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multi-tasking strength
- Friendly and outgoing
- Problem-solving skills
Timeline
Associate Specialist
Pentair Water India Pvt. Ltd
05.2022 - Current
Senior Engineer
VOLTAS Beko
04.2021 - 04.2022
Senior Engineer I
LG Electronics
12.2019 - 03.2021
Senior Engineer I
DAIKIN India
01.2019 - 12.2019
Senior Engineer I
SU-KAM Power System
07.2016 - 12.2018
B.Tech - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Manav Rachna International University