ZACHARIAH VARUGHESE
Houston Tx 77433
************@*****.***
OBJECTIVE:
Seeking experienced Sr Design Project Engineer position which can
utilize my experiences in oil and gas product design . New product
introduction, projects which are value added in product design.
Accomplishments:
Improved process by studying the process, and implementing changes which
reduced cycle time by 50%.
Successfully executed projects from the drawing inception to
implementation.
Enhanced problem-solving skills, to resolve mechanical/electrical issues.
Follow up with technical reports.
Excellent communication and written skills. Interface with various
functional groups. Multitasking and managing projects through completion.
Capital projects 300-500k ..
Used Auto CAD/Solid works 3D, CatiaV5, to improve mechanical product
design, design layout, and development of tooling, jigs and fixtures. Use
of GD &T in drawings.
Continuous improvements in fabrication, machining, assembly,
documentation, and product design.
Lean six sigma project applications using tools like
5S,VSM,KAIZEN,DOE,Simulation,DFMEA,DFM,POKYYOKY
Saved $400,000.
Evaluating and resolving design for manufacturing problems in electro-
mechanical assemblies.
Project management of multiple projects,process drawings, evaluating
methods, process flow mapping,
estimating project times, production workforce utilization,maintain
project matrix and presentation.
Application of procedures in API,ASTM, ASME VIII, IX B 31.1,31.2.31.3
AWSd1.1,QS,ISO 9001-2000, standards..
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY:
Baker Hughes
Tx
Position: Sr Mechanical Project Engineer
2009- present
.
. Design and documentation of assembly drawings. Product design of MWD
/LWD,Completions oil tools,HPHT frac equipment for wireline and
drilling systems.
. Use of thermal analysis, FEA for product development. Detailed project
reviews, cost analysis. Analysis and modification of standard products
to suit the needs of customers.
. Worked on Prototyping, developing, Integrating, testing of Fracpoint
open hole completion packer system project.
. Developed project plans to completion,worked with other engineering
resources for completion of the projects. Prepare prototypes for
operational functional test.
. Apply standard documentation after approval,all records of test,
specification, and analysis.
. Applied DFM,DFMEA principles in reducing defects, and executing
projects towards completion. Analysis of field reliability reviews and
concurrent engineering for reliable product design.
.
Cameron Elastomer International
Katy, Houston
2008-2009
Position : Sr Mechanical Engineer
. Process Improvement in Elastomeric Composites, Seals, BOP product
manufacturing applying lean
Six sigma. Saved $50k /yr
. Developed work instructions for each work center/cell in elastomeric
manufacturing
process.
. Tooling design and equipment modifications. Machinery maintenance
. AFE and new machinery justification.
. Assist in implementing HSE.
. Root cause analysis and continuous improvement of process,
manufacturing methods
and equipment. Implement corrective action. Reduced scrap rate.
. Experience in injection molding, transfer molding, compression
molding, mixing, milling, material handling, testing in R&D
activities.
GE ENERGY(contract)
HOUSTON TX
2008-2008
Position: Product Engineer
. Prepare Engineering NPI presentations in support of the Engineering
Product Leaders.
. Drive action items to closure.
. Review standard Product Line change requests prior to their
submission.
. Present configuration changes of the standard product to the Product
Control Board/CCB/MRB at Tollgate Review meetings.
. Manage design changes to the standard configuration.
. Coordinate proposal requirements and manpower estimates.
. Work with the planner to update project status, create BOM in Oracle,
and develop risk mitigation plans.
. Communicate with key stakeholders including Manufacturing, Sourcing
and Engineering Management.
. Prepare recommendations, costs, benefits, for design improvements,
manufacturing process improvement implementation in a team
environment.
. Electrical /Mechanical fabrication, welding procedure, and assembly of
Gas Turbine Engines Package systems.
. Apply Six Sigma tools and processes.
Smith International
Houston,Tx.
2006- 2008
Position : Sr Mechanical Engineer
. Design and documentation of down hole drilling equipment, Drill Bits,
Fishing Tools,Various Packers and assembly.
. Initiating ECR'S,ECO Drawing Changes .BOM development,PD drawings.
. Coordinating with R&D group, maintaining oracle engineering BOM in
Oracle ERP system.
. Project justification, & implementation, maintaining time line for
projects, analyzing make or buy decisions.
. Fixture, and tooling design, product design, design layout, and
special projects handling. Installed Cells based on lean analysis.
. Analyze work force utilization and space for maximum efficiency and
improve productivity.
. Concurrent engineering to develop new products and ensuring
manufacturability is applicable to current design.
. Review existing and new design drawings for DFM.
. Familiarity with current API,ASMEVIII,IX codes and standards.
. Production and resource planning using PDM systems.
. Assist in HSE, and mitigate risk in design.
. Lean Manufacturing six sigma project analyses and implementations.
. Documenting Specification,Analysis, WPS, heat treatment, NDT and
assembly in product development..
. CNC programming,and coordinate drawing/program improvements as
needed.
. Coordinating with purchasing regarding material cost, and estimating
labor cost for product cost simulation.
. Protyping,Testing,Design reviews for NPI.
. Saved company $94,000/year in product design improvement
implementations.
Ingersol Rand/Atlas Copco
Garland, TX
2003-2005
Manufacturing/Industrial Engineer
. Manufacturing support. Product Design reviews.
. Application of Lean Manufacturing Principles. Saved $148k/yr by
efficiently executing continuous improvement projects.
. Modified layout for subassembly, coupled with time study, KAIZEN
events to improve productivity.
. Installed KANBAN system for all machining components and assembly.
. Designed jigs and fixtures for derricks, tooling drawings for
Oil&Gas,Mining, Caterpillar,Cummin Engines assembly, compressor
assembly, rig fabrication and assembly.
. Analyze work force utilization and space for maximum efficiency
and improve productivity.
. Work concurrently with engineering to develop new products and
ensuring manufacturability is applicable to current design.
Initiating ECN'S.
. Production and resource planning using PDM systems. Time study,
run rate and router development.
. Review existing and new drawings for Design for manufacturability.
. Created process sheets and work instructions for metal turning, CNC
programming edge cam/g-codes manual.
. Contact with sub contractors and suppliers for product specifications
and arrange for purchasing equipment, parts,material and evaluate
product according to specification and quality standard.
. Troubleshoot defects for product failures, conduct root cause analyses
and take corrective actions. Take steps for preventative actions.
. Assist in HSE and maintain a safe work environment.
. Selection of automated assembly equipment and installation. Write
operational procedures, and PM procedures. Prepare area for internal
lean and ISO audits.
. Familiarity with current API, ASME VIII,IX codes and standards.
Welding Procedure, WPS, heat treatment, NDT and assembly.
Education:
B.S IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
M.S. IN ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY, UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS,
Green Belt Lean Six Sigma Trained/certification.
Hydraulic Technology Certified.
Professional Registration: Society of Manufacturing Engineers.
COMPUTER SKILLS:
Microsoft office, Word 6.0,Excel 7.0,Microsoft Project 4.1,Power
Point,SAP,ORACLE ERP
Proficient in AutoCAD 2000,2007, Proficient in Solid works 3.0,
CAD/CAM Edge/Gibbs CAM,Siemens PLM,CATIAV5,Visio,UNICAM SMT,Gerber
Viewer, CINCINATI MILICRON, CNC PROGRAMMING of MASAK SLT-50W,MASAK SLT-
450,QT-350,30, Anayak hmv 500 mill,G7L MILL, Integrex 300SY,SORALUCE CNC
MILL,DAEWOO 400,800 CNC PROGRAMMING and other 5-axis Mori lathes, MORI-
SEKI MT 5-AXIS,Mori sl-600,603,Milltronics Vert mill programming, Kuraki
lathe, Gun Drill, RAM EDM, Laser Drilling,Linc oln Electric Cladding
robotics, AMADA BRAKE press, Amada benders.
Salary :Requirement: negotiable