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Vijay Jehar

Vijay Jehar

In charge Robotic welding systems
Surat,GJ

Summary

With a proven track record at Larsen & Toubro Limited, I excel in leading complex robotic welding projects and team management, ensuring peak performance and innovative process improvements. My expertise in GMAW and leadership skills have driven significant advancements, including achieving a 99.6% First Time Right in RT quality, underscoring my commitment to excellence and efficiency.

Work History

Senior Engineer | July 2022 – Present

Larsen & Toubro Limited
  • Lead operation and maintenance of CLOOS QRC350 and KUKA KRC2 & KRC5 robotic welding systems.
  • Manage a team of 18 operators, ensuring optimal performance.
  • Oversee fabrication of engineer-to-order assemblies.
  • Plan, program, and execute robotic welding projects.
  • Prepare analytical presentations for management approvals.
  • Ensure 100% utilization of welding systems.
  • Develop precise welding sequences for first-time accuracy.
  • Achieve targets:
  • Implement process improvements, reducing cycle time and costs.
  • Conceptualize and procure fixtures and spares for welding systems.
  • Expertise in GMAW, GTAW, SMAW, SAW, FCAW processes.
  • Weld various materials: C.S, S.S, LAS, Aluminum, Armour-grade steel.
  • Develop dashboards for monitoring welding parameters.
  • Transition to digital reporting and inventory management.
  • Develop and implement digital TPM modules.
  • Set benchmarks for aluminum weld deposition.
  • Develop welding parameters for 6mm square butt joints.

Senior Engineer | July 2019 – July 2022

Larsen & Toubro Limited
  • Trained in CLOOS robotic welding systems.
  • Implemented TPM for CLOOS and KUKA systems, achieving top audit scores.
  • Maintained five years of accident-free days.
  • Advanced Workplace Management System (WMS) to third level.
  • Achieved 85.8% automation for hull structure and 96.3% for lower hull welding on K9 Vajra project.
  • Set weld deposition benchmarks: 16.82 KG, 18.97 KG, 27.97 KG.
  • Completed lower hull welding in 14 hours, hull structure in 35 hours.
  • Reduced cycle time by 31%, achieved 19.2% underrun.
  • Achieved 100% FTR in weld aesthetics, 99.6% FTR in RT quality.
  • Programmed and welded upper structures with 97% FTR.
  • Recognized for process improvements.
  • Developed preventive maintenance checklists.
  • Relocated CLOOS system, saving 60 lacs.
  • Designed fixtures for launchers and bridging systems.
  • Developed welding parameters for aluminum assemblies.

Engineer | July 2014 – July 2019

Larsen & Toubro Limited
  • Led fabrication of defence sector projects.
  • Prepared process sheets and procedures.
  • Converted manual welding to semi-automatic processes.
  • Served as WMS Leader, winning commendation.
  • Achieved budget cost reductions annually.
  • Won awards for Unnati presentation and IoT concept.
  • Developed SQUARE BUTT SAW welding for 18mm thickness.
  • Pioneered twin head T-ring welding with IoT concept.
  • Implemented "one man one job" concept.
  • Controlled dimensions and distortion, achieving first-time-right results.
  • Established GTAW root run procedures.
  • Implemented fixed station concept, reducing material handling.
  • Performed HPT tests with reduced cycle time.
  • Conducted quality and safety sessions.

Junior Engineer | July 2012 – July 2014

Larsen & Toubro Limited
  • Joined as a Junior Engineer Trainee at L&T Hazira.
  • Completed training in WMS, TQM, ERP LN, Planning, PMG, Welding, Metallurgy.
  • Handled tube-to-tube sheet welding, 8m diameter octagonal flanges, shell long seam welding, and shell-to-flange welding for the 700MW Steam Generator Nuclear project.
  • Implemented DOT GTAW welding, eliminating non-value-added activities.
  • Achieved dimensional qualification without FARO, reducing rework.
  • Operated Electrical PIT Furnace for PWHT and SR at 600°C to 900°C.

Education

B. Tech in Engineering Technology

Birla Institute of Technology And Science
Pilani, India
06.2024

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Government Polytechnic Rajkot
Rajkot
05.2012

Skills

Team Leadership

Languages

English
Hindi
Gujarati

Timeline

Senior Engineer | July 2022 – Present

Larsen & Toubro Limited

Senior Engineer | July 2019 – July 2022

Larsen & Toubro Limited

Engineer | July 2014 – July 2019

Larsen & Toubro Limited

Junior Engineer | July 2012 – July 2014

Larsen & Toubro Limited

B. Tech in Engineering Technology

Birla Institute of Technology And Science

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Government Polytechnic Rajkot
Vijay JeharIn charge Robotic welding systems