K. Wasif Khan 440-***-****

**** ***** **** ***, ******* MI 49024 admqw5@r.postjobfree.com

Electro / Mechanical Engineer

Engineer with experience in engineering and designing systems and components for commercial and military applications. Experienced with the design, development, quality engineering, testing, validation, and support of manufacturing for improvement of current systems and advanced development of new systems. Well-versed in quality standards that drive supplier performance to meet an organization’s goals. Proficient in QS 9000, TS 16949, ANSI/DoD/MIL-Spec/SAE Standards, supplier quality, calibration of measuring and test equipment, incoming inspection, and assisting with new product launches. Seasoned in working with commercial vehicles in the automotive and aerospace industries.

Skilled in 2D and 3D modeling using various different CAD programs and systems such as Pro-E, NX & SolidWorks. Knowledgeable with German, Hindi, and Urdu languages and cultures. Ability to interface with all levels of company personnel and travel including international.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Quality Engineering & Management

• Product & Efficiency Improvements

• Good Manufacturing Practice

• Corrective Actions/Preventive Actions

• Root Cause Analysis

• FDA & ISO Standards

• DVP&R / DFMEA / BOM

• Conformances/Non-Conformances

• Process Validation

• Cost Reduction

• 2D & 3D Modeling

• GD&T

SELECTED PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Pfizer Corporation. Kalamazoo, MI 08/2020 – Present Calibration Technician III, Packaging (Contract)

• Work on Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine manufacturing line to ensure vials undergo correct packaging process according to Good Manufacturing Practice as per FDA regulations.

• Properly fill vaccine vials into boxes in a neat and safe manner and template them to protect vials from getting damaged in shipping process.

• Identify methods and procedures that increase process efficiency by saving time and money.

• Clean and sanitize production lines with great attention to detail to go above and beyond required safety standards.

• Set up, maintain, and operate labelling machine to properly mark vaccine vials for distribution Raval of America. Rochester Hills, MI 03/2018 – 03/2020 Production Quality Auditor

• Specialized in the development and production of automotive Fuel Tank Venting Systems.

• Performed routine quality inspection, functional testing, reliability testing, SPC, and auditing as required for incoming, first article, in-process, final audit, and validation inspection.

• Tested materials, components, and assemblies according to specifications, work instructions, and established quality standards to check compliance.

• Prepared and distributed written reports as required, providing information to all departments on quality status of suspect materials, components, or products.

• Performed special sorting operations as assigned, e.g. in response to a concern or for new product launch. Fiat Chrysler of America. Auburn Hills, MI 04/2017 – 10/2017 Foundation Brakes - Design Release Engineer (Contract)

• Responsible for the engineering, design, development, timing, and production release of chassis brake components.

• Oversaw quality improvements, cost reduction, and efficiency improvement initiatives on brake components that involved effectively communicating technical product status to management.

• Interfaced with suppliers, Vehicle Engineering, Purchasing, Quality, and Assembly Plants.

• Managed product performance to meet cost and weight targets along with supplier and internal DVP&R’s.

• Supported AQP, PSO (product sign-off), product launch, and ongoing maintenance of carryover product. K. Wasif Khan 2

Douglas Autotech Corp. Bronson, MI 12/2015 – 02/2017 Project Engineer (Contract)

• Conducted comprehensive engineering planning, design, and operational studies of Steering Column components.

• Implemented use of new technologies, cost saving techniques/materials, and improved safety designs.

• Performed design work including researching data and conducting feasibility and economic studies (with AME). Spartan Motors Inc. Charlotte, MI 03/2014 – 11/2015 Mechanical Design Engineer (Contract)

• Involved in the design, development, and re-design of new and existing products through release.

• Performed testing and root cause analysis to implement corrective action, preventive actions, conformances.

• Generated viable design concepts based on the evaluation of general packaging and performance requirements, specifically chassis components and systems (e.g. powertrain, axles, Air Systems, steering, suspensions).

• Produced and revised complex 3-D models, assemblies, and detailed drawings using SolidWorks Stryker, Portage, MI 09/2013 – 12/2013

Test Engineer (Contract)

• Evaluated a design’s overall cost, reliability, and safety using FDA regulations to create and simulate prototypes

• Responsible for the development and execution validation document including validation plans, installation qualification, equipment qualification, and user requirement, system design, and functional specifications

• Performed testing and root cause analysis to implement corrective action, Preventive actions, conformances, Non- Conformances

Navistar Inc., Lisle, IL 07/2011 –09/2013

Integrated Product Development Technical Specialist

• Proposed and implemented a Quick Air Filling to Brake Air Tank System which resulted in reduced costs

• Reduced warranty claims for brake systems by 5% through end-of-line testing methods

• Boosted efficiency of vehicles through weight reduction by modifying brackets, routing, and clipping methods

• Functioned as the central resource with design, manufacturing, quality, testing, and marketing as the products moved to completion and distribution

Carlisle Brake & Friction, Medina, OH 05/2010 – 07/2011 Tool Design Engineer (Contract)

• Planned and performed design and development of products and design and redesign of equipment to improve manufacturability, processes, quality and efficiency

• Developed fixtures for laminated mold fuel cell systems for United Technologies Company

• Responsible for follow-up, documentation, publishing, and expediting all action items of a new product program Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC, Cleveland, OH 09/1996 – 04/2010 Senior Engineer

• Solely responsible for engineering deliverables, including product design, product specification, DFMEA, and DVP&R

• Responsible for complete mechanism and product design in CAD including tolerance studies, packaging studies, fits, tool clearance, and manufacturability Participated in the Quality Circle Program to improve product quality/reduce cost.

• Performed testing and improved current products and new design using continuous improvement methodologies, systematic problem solving, and root cause analysis to implement corrective action SELECTED EDUCATION & TRAINING

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Osmania University

• Citizen of the United States of America

• Design for Manufacturability and Continuous Improvement, Western Michigan University

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