Rahul M.C Nambiar

*** * ****** *** #**, Detroit, MI, 48201 I 989-***-**** I adizpn@r.postjobfree.com

Objective

To work and grow in the future of the automotive industry by contributing to mission of the business by leveraging my skills and knowledge to transition to sustainable energy and emission-free transportation through electric vehicle development. Technically skilled mechanical/quality engineer with experience in prototyping and theoretical research, testing & validation, quality improvement processes, and as well as manufacturing in an industrial environment. Summary

Experienced quality and test engineer in automotive industry with focus on adhering to superior quality and standards in compliance with federal department of transportation regulatory standards for quality. Expertise in identifying issues with new launch models, root cause analysis, assisted in development of quality strategy through continuous improvement methods and action execution, and provided solutions for the identified issues

Validated manufacturing and engineering changes, managed inventory and performed test drive to identify and validate drivability issues, prioritized and managed issues based on severity as per FCA standards. Experienced in specifying, testing and validating road, powertrain performance, both at the component level and the vehicle level. Hands-on skills to design, build, and bring up test benches. Created & managed control plans and auditing strategies based on risk assessment and data, perform completed vehicle audits in assembly plant, drive product design improvements back to design engineering and support DFMEA and PFMEA activities for new and existing products, and facilitate supplier quality issues and partner with suppliers on corrective actions.

Strong project management and communication skills, highly adaptive and suited to work in team oriented- collaborative or independent environment, collaborate with the quality and manufacturing managers to reduce and eliminate defects and well presentation of data, root cause-analysis, and improvement planning to leadership. Professional Experience

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (Roush Location/HRUTECH)- Auburn Hills, MI Reliability Test Engineer, Aug. 2018 – Feb.2019

336 Test: Focused to determine warranty hits.

HMSR Test: High mileage test focused to determine powertrain quality and reliability.

• Tested and reviewed pre-production [prototype] and production vehicles for potential warranty impacts. Raised issue awareness related to Powertrain, Body, Exterior, Interior, Supplier, Chassis, Electrical, NVH, etc during disposition meeting

• Validated and conducted the investigation for the problems found during the test. New model launch quality validation.

• Recorded the identified issues in the corporate database (IDS- Incident Disposition System) and assigned the issue to the respective engineering departments such as Powertrain, BIW, Exterior, Interior, Chassis, Electrical, BSR, Restraint etc. Assisted and supported the corporate engineering groups to root cause the issues.

• Followed-up the issues until the corrective actions or clean points are provided and closed the issues.

• Created technical reports and took part in daily issue dispositioning meeting and assisted Vehicle Model managers in prioritizing the issues

• Followed Fiat Chrysler audit standards and categorize the severity of the issues identified during tests to meet high quality standards.

• Collaborated with emissions testing team for emissions test based on vehicle ODO mileage & aged CAT

(Catalytic converter) mileage.

• Created and disseminated daily issue report to corporate management

• Presented issue status in monthly meeting with senior managers and directors.

• Collaborated with technicians, Proposed and Scheduled work orders (vehicle repair/part swap) to enable the continuation of vehicle testing.

• Monitored the test in different environmental regions and supported the immediate requirements in diagnosing the issues via Control Tec data loggers [test equipment] that recorded all the data from electronic control units of the vehicle.

• Led Initiation of work orders [repairs] for vehicle testing activities.

• Validated the incidents reported during the test, high severity incidents are transferred to Global Issue Management System (GIM) for special attention.

• Utilized Chrysler Diagnostic Applications (CDA) for all FCA vehicle to identify and root cause issues received from Electronic Control Unit (ECU).

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (Roush/HRUTECH)- Toledo, OH Validation and Verification (Quality) Engineer, Nov. 2017 – July 2018

• Presigi Test- Evaluated end of line vehicles as per Fiat Chrysler audit standards and categorized the severity of the issues identified during Dynamic and Static checks to meet high quality standards

• Used CDA software to perform On Board Diagnostics (OBD) of Jeep Wrangler JL to identify DTC (Diagnostic Trouble Codes) issues received from the (ECU).

• Developed & implemented departmental processes such as control & reaction plans to protect factory’s quality & delivery and forged excellent cross-functional relationships with supplier chain team. Created and executed test plans to maximize knowledge with tight timelines.

• Experience driving a wide range of vehicle types and ability to identify issues or potential areas of the vehicle that require improvements such as handling, electrical issues, ride comfort, and interior noise/vibration

• Conducted a root cause analysis on a recognized issue and assigned the suspected issue to the concerned departments such as Powertrain, BIW, Exterior, Interior, Supplier, Chassis, Electrical, BSR, Restraint etc. Followed-up until the corrective action (Kaizen, Quality alert sheet) is provided and validated the process.

• Reviewed Quality alert, 8D & Kaizen documents for the issues seen during the test.

• Followed-up the issues until the corrective actions or clean points are provided and close the issue.

• Developed quality plans, designed test methods and gages, identified potential failure models and process weakness and drive corrective actions. Performed tested to characterize, analyze and optimize vehicle performance in a variety of areas, both at the vehicle NVH and component level.

• Recorded identified issues in corporate database (IDS-Incident disposition system), assigned the issues to the concerned departments in the assembly plant after performing root cause analysis.

• Responsible for implementing and releasing Quality Holds in the Broadcast system of FCA. (Performance feedback system-PFS, mainframe)

• Creation of Vehicle Test Reports for Durability, Environmental, Electrical, Firmware, Reliability, and High Mileage Accumulation Testing that includes both subjective and objective test findings and results

• Experience driving a wide range of vehicle types and ability to identify issues or potential areas of the vehicle that require improvements such as handling, electrical issues, ride comfort, and interior noise/vibration

• Experience driving a wide range of vehicle types and ability to identify issues or potential areas of the vehicle that require improvements such as handling, electrical issues, ride comfort, and interior noise/vibration

• Developed and provided tools & facilities to manufacturing inspections processes

• Owned all quality metrics reporting and publishing, drive product design improvements back to design engineering and support DFMEA and PFMEA activities for new and existing products.

• Knowledgeable in the area of vehicle and development testing

• Validated and characterized new equipment, processes, and fixtures for production implementation focused on defect and damage-free.

• Assisted in prioritizing issues found that are to be reported by the Quality Engineering team during the daily status meeting.

• Meet with and support plant and engineering personnel to discuss, root cause and implement corrective actions for the issues.

• Alerted Engineering and Plant personnel on issues and statuses.

• Trained Drivers on the vehicle features and components.

• Created and disseminated daily and weekly reports to plant leadership on the issues identified and their resolution/containment status.

ASHOKA TRANSPORT, Kerala, India

Fleet Analyst/Engineer, Aug.2012 – June 2015

• Analyzed fleet overall maintenance cost, comfort, safety, and finance returns prior to purchase. Assisted with vehicle acquisitions, retirements & retrofits. Monitored fuel costs and identified cost saving measures.

• Collaborated with suppliers in developing and designing the interior.

• Cooperated with manufacturers and OEM for repeated and high severity issues.

• Used Volvo diagnosing software to perform On Board Diagnostics (OBD) of the fleets to identify DTC

(Diagnostic Trouble Codes) issues received from the (ECU)

• Reviewed and analyzed day-to-day fleet reliability data taking in consideration of critical equipment, MTTR, MTBF.

• Developed specific bus preventive maintenance plan considering availability and downtime requirement of the specific services.

• Documented fleet repair report and assisted the manufacturers in root causing the issues.

• Worked with garage supervisors, scheduled work orders (vehicle repair/ part swap) and routine maintenance to enable the continuation of operation.

• Monitored driver performance through metrics such as late arrival and customer feedback.

• Monitored and analyzed daily inspection reports in terms of repeated issues and actions taken for cleaning and consumables used.

CADD CENTRE, Kerala, India

Visiting Faculty Instructor (Catia, Siemens, NX), Nov.2012 – June 2015

• Design, developed, and implemented student-specific course plans and lessons.

• Instructed customized lessons and tutorials during training workshops and laboratory exercises

• Taught & demonstrated principles, techniques, and methods of CATIA & NX

• Conducted assessment and evaluation in training; ensured that students had the ability to understand and use tools appropriately

• Provided appropriate training related feedback and educational assistance to students. Research

QUALITY MANAGEMENT IN AIRLINE BUSINESS- Wayne State University, June 2017- Nov. 2017 Data has shown a decline in competitive advantages within the US Airline industry comparatively to its competitors. I analyzed the challenges the airline industry in the United States is facing today, specifically in quality management and explored ways to improve and sustain quality.

Key Academic Projects

SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT – THE KEY FOR GREEN AVIATION, Oct. 2016 This was a research paper to analyze the impact of aviation on climate system and evaluate how the carbon footprint can be minimized and attain sustainability.

CORPORATE SUSTAINABILITY REPORT OF AIRBUS NORTH AMERICA INC., Dec. 2016 Analyzed five-year corporate sustainable reports to assess the embeddedness of environment sustainability using supervised Text Data Mining software (R).

Education

Wayne State University, Detroit, MI, USA

Master of Science- Industrial Engineering, May 2017 Rajiv Gandhi Proudyogiki Vishwavidyalaya, India

Bachelor of Engineering- Mechanical, May 2012

Skills

Minitab R, Python, SQL Tableau Protégé CATIA UG NX CREO (Pro E) AutoCAD Data Analysis MATLAB Project Management Tools/Methods Continuous Improvement Data Analysis Product Design Multitasking Customer Service Critical Thinking Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Power Point, Word, Access) FMEA, RCA DVP&R Problem Solving Product Validation GD&T Theoretical Research Lean Principles, 5S Creativity & Innovation Production & Analysis Teamwork & Effective Communication Strong Analytical & Practical Problem Solving Skills Working knowledge of NI Veristand/LabView Working knowledge of automotive communication protocols- CAN, UDS, TCP/IP

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