Engineer Management

GEORGE G. VESSELIN

**** ******** **., *** ** 619-***-****

San Diego, California 92122 abmnc9@r.postjobfree.com

PROFILE

Laser Engineer with over 10 years of demonstrated expertise in process

development, product launch, outsourcing, capacity growth, and quality

improvement of highly reliable safety critical devices. Strong

interpersonal, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with

focus on implementing of cost-effective solutions to facilitate lean

manufacture at the quality level and cycle time required. Generated

significant cost savings through expertise in:

Six Sigma DMAIC - Black Belt Certified DOE, Gage R&R, SPC, CP, FMEA, 8D

Statistical & Graphical Data Analysis Laser Processing & Monitoring Systems

(Minitab) Class

Kaizen & Value Stream Mapping Process Equipment Validation IQ/OQ/PQ, SOP,

OEE

New Product Validation & Introduction 100K Clean Room Operations

Program Management GMP, FDA, ISO 9001: 2000, OSHA

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

BEKAERT LLC. San Diego, CA

2009-Current

Manufacturing Process Engineer - Healthcare Product Development Unit

SENSATA TECHNOLOGIES INC. (Formerly Texas Instruments Inc.), Attleboro, MA

2006 - 2009

Process Development Engineer OWS & MSG, Sensors & Controls Automotive Group

A key member of the Global New Product Development Team throughout entire

process cycle (from design concept, validation, launch, transfer, ramp up,

and sustain).

. Developed robust laser weld processes used for assembly of hermetic and

structural applications in multi million dollar Occupant Weight Sensor

(OWS) & Brake Pressure Transducer (BPT/MSG) automotive business.

. Conducted series of extensive experiments (DOE) to develop enhanced laser

welding profiles implemented for re-processing of approximately 65K

safety critical OWS devices. Generated cost saving of approximately $2M.

. Evaluated and qualified advanced laser process monitoring system,

enabling none destructive, real time product inspection and data

collection. Reduced statistical process control (SPC) frequency by

implementing the system in Sensata, Malaysia (STM) production, resulting

in cost saving of approximately $45K per year.

. Developed several friction weld processes to accommodate force element

assemblies (FEA) of safety critical sensors. Transferred two MTI friction

welders and ADMET SPC tester to components supplier located in Thailand -

Generated cost saving in excess of $125K per year.

. Evaluated and qualified an alternative 17-4 stainless steel supplier of

FEA components. Generated cost savings of approximately $75K per year.

. Created new equipment capital authorization requests for OWS Expansion

II. Presented to management, received approval for equipment design and

fabrication ($2M). Generated machine specifications, qualification plans,

process controls, and training documentation.

. Qualified and transferred a Final Assembly Machine ($1M) to STM. Achieved

pre-transfer machine capability of Cpk>1.67, (GRR<20%), and first pass

yield >95% for the most critical stations.

TEXAS INSTRUMENTS INC., Attleboro, MA

2000 - 2006

Manufacturing Process Engineer APT, OWS and MSG, Sensors & Controls

Automotive Group

Facilitated successful new product introduction by utilizing advanced

quality planning methods (FMEA, Flow Charts, Control Plans, etc.) to

predict problem process areas and implement countermeasures. Provided

training & support to engineering and operations of make sites.

. Facilitated successful launch of 17 MSG devices by utilizing Lean Six

Sigma Methodology and applying documented lessons learned from previous

NPD programs.

. Worked with design engineering team in validating and process development

activities for new and existing BPT sensor opportunities. Realized 4%

incremental cost reductions and capacity output metrics prior to

production release.

. Provided manufacturing engineering support to APT Cell 2&3. Launched 14

new APT devices. Conducted several capability studies and DOEs of leak

testing and crimping equipment. Initiated manufacturing Cell 2&3 transfer

to make site Sensata, Mexico.

. Collaborated with suppliers and contract manufacturers to insure

processes are capable, have sufficient controls in place, can meet

delivery requirements and cost targets.

TEXAS INSTRUMENTS INC., Attleboro, MA

1996 - 2000

Manufacturing Engineering Technician MSG, Sensors & Control Division,

Automotive Group

Utilized and maintained industrial laser processing systems (Rofin CO2, GSI

Lumonics MW Nd:Yag), friction welding (MTI), and wire bond (Delvotec)

equipment in cost of over $2M for developing, and prototyping of several

sensor platforms within Clean Room Class 100K environment.

. Assisted in debug and qualification of new assembly and test equipment

for OWS & MSG sample and manufacturing lines. Performed several equipment

capability studies.

. Conducted over hundred DOEs to develop laser parameter settings for edge

joint seam and spot welding of stainless steel configurations for

environmental leak proof and structural applications.

. Provided feedback to process and design engineering identifying potential

manufacturing risks associated with joint configuration, material

selection, and geometry.

FESTO AUTOMATICS, Bulgaria, Europe

1990 - 1996

Application Engineer

Interfaced with customers on selection and implementation of customized and

complete pneumatic automation solutions. Specified and integrated products

and services into customer's environments.

EDUCATION

Master's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Technical University Rouse,

Bulgaria, Europe

Project Management, Boston University School of Management, Boston, MA

EWI - Edison Welding Institute, Columbus, OH - Specialized in industrial

systems for laser processing

Six Sigma DMAIC - Black Belt Certified, Acuity Institute, Parker, CO

CONTINUING EDUCATION & TRAINING

Engineering

Statistical & Graphical Data Analysis - Minitab 14, Sigma XL

Laser Welding Workshop - EWI Certified

Micro-Laser Processing - EWI Certified

Plastics and Composite Joining - EWI Certified

Small Scale Resistance Welding - EWI Certified

Design of Experiments (DOE) - Texas Instruments, Attleboro, MA

MS Office - North Eastern University, Boston, MA

SolidWorks - Texas Instruments, Attleboro, MA

Measure Link SPC for Engineers - Texas Instruments, Attleboro, MA

Oracle, BOM - Texas Instruments, Attleboro, MA

Project Management

Project Leadership Boot Camp - Texas Instruments, Attleboro, MA

Program Manager/Project Leader Training - Texas Instruments,

Attleboro, MA

Risk Management - Texas Instruments, Attleboro, MA

Global Change Management - Texas Instruments, Attleboro, MA

Presentation Skills - Texas Instruments, Attleboro, MA

Ergonomics - Texas Instruments, Attleboro, MA

Creativity/Advanced Development Tools - Texas Instruments, Attleboro,

MA

Quality Management

DNV/ ISO & GMP - Texas Instruments, Attleboro, MA

APIS FMEA - Sensata Technologies, Attleboro, MA

Quality Management System - Texas Instruments, Attleboro, MA

Juran's Quality Awareness - Texas Instruments, Attleboro, MA

8D Problem Solving - Texas Instruments, Attleboro, MA

Rework Management Global Teams - Texas Instruments, Attleboro, MA

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