Vimal Bilimoria

* ****** *** *****, **********, CA- 95835

916-***-****

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OBJECTIVE: To obtain a Mechanical Engineering position in the Design

and Manufacturing Industry.

EDUCATION: Master of Science, in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Specialization, December 2010, California state University, Sacramento

GPA 3.26/4.0

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Pune University, India May 2005

Associate Degree in Mechanical engineering, Pune University, India May 2002

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

Mechanical

Knowledge of conveyor systems, able to use pneumatic and hydraulic tools

Knowledge in use of standard and precise geometric inspection tools such as automated CMM measuring equipment, optical comparator, PC 500 Multicheck, Helicheck Plus/Pro, Zollor, dial gauge, digital and dial calipers, micrometer, height gauges, telescoping bore gauges, indicator, core micrometer, scale

Skilled at diagnosing mechanical problems and troubleshooting manufacturing machines and mechanical equipment

Experience with QS 9000, QS 9001 and ASMEY14.5 systems to improve production planning

Knowledge of programming CNC machinery using specific software such as Numroto Plus, Tool Studio, Walter Window Mode, Master Cam, CAD/CAM

Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing

Knowledge of Material handling systems such as movement, storage, transportation and control at any storage of processing

Design/Software

Numroto Plus, Tool Studio and Walter Window mode, Master Cam, Solid works, Inventor, MATLAB, AutoCAD, Mechanical Desktop, Warehouse software such as Oracle WMC, SAP EWM, Infor Supply Chain

Computer

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.), Microsoft Outlook, Windows XP, Vista, 7, 10, Advanced Planning System

Communication/Organizational

Excellent organizational, planning and coordination skills developed through work experience

Interpersonal skills, leadership and teamwork quality enhanced by group projects and co-curricular activities

Able to develop productive relationship with colleagues and staff at all levels

WORK EXPERINCE:

Senior Mechanical Engineer, Cokeva Inc. April 2020 – October 2022

Performed process developmental and test work which requires a comprehensive knowledge of device/component, assembly, equipment design and theory. Reviewed and/or designs processing methods and tooling to support product testing requirements. Prepared recommended changes, additions, and modifications which will facilitate manufacture. Developed, maintained, managed, leads and meets Project Goals for cross functional projects, repair process development activities and new business development. Coordinate and lead company wide Business/Engineering change requests. Managed day to day workload without constant supervision. Able to meet deadlines and communicate to internal and external customer’s project statuses and adjustments to the project schedule. Able to effectively use Email, Company ERP System and Standard Company wide software suites. Leads, coordinates with customer, and subordinate engineers to conduct process equipment, method evaluations, prototype, experimental, and/or reliability testing. Troubleshoot electronic equipment with custom and third party software and hardware tools. Troubleshooting product issues which can include process, electrical, mechanical, software, or firmware. Conducts analyses, diagnostic testing, and checks of complexity technical / quality issues during the development of new product introductions, device/component re-qualifications, processes improvements and provides recommendations accordingly. Provided technical assistants and consultation to technical staff or production concerning process, technical, quality, or device/component process problems. Analyzed tracker and review technical and quality data for the purposes of Quality Reviews, Audits, Investigations and Escalations. Created reports and presented quality and technical data to internal and external customers, management and direct support personnel along with actions plans and improvement plans. Used expert technical expertise, available references and product history to assist in the analysis of failed assemblies. Lead and/or assists in the determination of the Root Cause Analysis and the completion of the failure analysis report to be shared with internal and external customers. Created and conducted technical training with technical support, direct support and management personnel. Using expert technical expertise, complex engineering concepts, available references and product history develop, track, review and report product standards to be used for costing and performance metrics. Maintained a Continuous Process Improvement mentality focusing efforts in improving Cost, Quality, Delivery and Overall Customer satisfaction.

Senior Mechanical Engineer, Pegatron February 2017- April 2020

Essential duties to oversee, monitor, organize and implement production operations. Prepare and understand core design features, project elements, and overall systems. Manage the scope and schedule while meeting internal and external customer/client expectation throughout the project life cycle. Provide engineering support for production and maintenance activities to ensure maximum production. Importantly focus on building, machinery, and workflow of industrial layout. Making sure the project layout meets management given specification and budget. Perform engineering analysis to reduce downtime and outages. Implement cost reduction initiatives while maintaining high quality standards. Develop operating instruction and equipment specification for production activities. Also responsible for providing training and guidance to team members to accomplish production goals. Has to stay current with product specification, engineering technology and product processes. Responsible for developing best practices to improve production capacity, quality and reliability. Manages overall responsibility of new projects, new product launch, and ensure the life cycle. Manages material handling systems such as movement, sorting, protection.

Project Manager, Promax Tools LP December 2015-January 2017

As a project manager I was responsible for developing manufacturing and programing processes for newly launch drill production. Managed design, fabrication, structural building systems, project management, and problem solving & communication with all level and disciplines within the organization. Visited company headquarters located in Germany and was trained on geometry as well as manufacturing/assembly on CNC machines (Saacke, Reinecker RS700) and Industrial robotic systems. Managing the project schedule, budget, communicating the schedule to the leads, obtaining status, managing scope, issue and risks. Overseeing the entire manufacturing process and ensuring assembly and production process adherence to policies and procedures. Handling cost efficiency, quality and safety throughout the manufacturing process and constantly looking for ways to cut costs and streamline processes. Support in planning of equipment layout, workflow and accidental prevention measures to maintain optimum and safe utilization of project resource. Responsible for maintenance of all robotic system.

Production Engineer, Promax Tools LP August 2012-November 2015

Controlling engineer drawings and data storage, both master and digital. Identify unsafe operations and practices then report the same to management immediately. Provide engineering support for production and maintenance activities to ensure maximum production. Perform engineering analysis to reduce downtime and outages. Evaluate current production activities and make recommendation for improvements. Implement cost reduction initiatives while maintaining high quality standards. Perform various machining operation such as: CNC mill, Bridgeport mill, manual lathe and grinders. Provide support in developing and implementing complex performance measurement and improvement initiatives. Participates in inspection and investigations by gathering data related to proper utilization of company labor, equipment, materials and facilities. Successfully designed palletizers, robotics and automated storage and retrieval systems which managed by machine and software.

Assembly Manager, Microform Precision LLC August 2007-July2012

Designing fabricating parts and joins them together to construct products such as electronics and household appliances. Also responsible for preparing the design and schematic for automobile parts such as engine, gear box, breaks etc. Other duties: reading technical schematics, measuring parts, using tools and light power tools to shape and trim them to appropriate sizes. Determining the most economic methods, operation sequence and tooling for the fabrication of finishing of component. Work with other engineers’ functions, externa vendor and service provider. Establish clear expectations for the team, prepare daily assembly schedules and trained over 100 employees then observe them on daily basis. Responsible for preparing floor plan designs, material specification, production plan lay out as well as perform quality check. Manages pick module system/pallet flow rack by designing pick modules that ensure pick faces are always stocked. Help managing WH software such as oracle WMC, SAP EWM etc. that allows organization to control and administer WH operation from the times goods or material enter until they move out.

Manufacturing Engineer, NHB Ball and Roller, Ltd., India July 2005 - July 2007

Perform semi-complex manufacturing engineering duties, including plan layout, scrap reduction and quality assurance. Communicate with engineers, managers, suppliers and technicians to continuously improve product quality. Investigate, solved and document quality problems. Assist engineers with heavy duty machinery projects. Monitor daily, weekly and monthly production schedules for job priority and production deadlines. Perform inspection, planning, monitoring and evaluation of work results.

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