Electrical Engineer Project Manager

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United States

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March 20, 2012

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SUNIL CHAKRABARTY

**** ***** *****, ********, ** 65203

573-***-****• ******.***********@*****.***

ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

Highly skilled project manager with extensive experience and consistent success in automating assembly operations and driving process improvements. Expertise in production management and plant engineering. Utilize Six Sigma methodologies and lean manufacturing tools, to enhance overall quality, productivity in a safe working environment, drive operational effectiveness, and minimize costs. Participate extensively in OSHA and EPA audits; regularly attend professional development seminars and workshops. Performance-driven leader recognized for solid decision-making skills, advanced troubleshooting abilities, and impeccable work ethic. Core competencies include:

Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) • Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) • Conceptual Design of controls and networks

Operational Safety • Continuous Improvements • Vendor Relations • Staff Training & Development

Remote Terminal Unit (RTU) • HMI Design/Deployment • Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

PAULO PRODUCTS COMPANY, St. Louis, MO 2007–FEB 29, 2012

Electrical Project Engineer

Design electrical interfaces between RTU, PLC, HMI, and central host for typical SCADA system. Prepare schematics, technical reports, and specification lists. Implement continuous upgrades to plant utility system. Coordinate with vendors to define job requirements, project specifications, and design details. Conduct energy efficiency study for plant devices. Work closely with plant safety department to execute operational safety plans.

• Supporting project for complete electroplating line with goal of fully automating PLC process, GE intellution iFIX for HMI, and historical data systems.

• Teamed with international vendor to monitor and regulate peak demand. Realized $45K reduction in utility expenses over 18 months.

• Contributed to energy savings project, using VFD to control pump performance.

CHRYSLER CORPORATION, Fenton, MO 2005–2006

Production Management, St. Louis Assembly Plant

Oversaw production efforts in minivan paint shop plant. Ensured operational effectiveness through efficient scheduling and optimal utilization of assigned manpower; implemented 5S systems. Corrected bottlenecks and managed safety projects in conjunction with engineering and maintenance teams. Produced daily productivity reports. Teamed with product quality improvement team to organize workshops.

• Spearheaded efforts to increase throughput 5%and minimize part rejection 5%.

DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION, Various Locations 2001–2005

Senior Electrical Engineer, Kenosha Engine Plant, Kenosha, WI • 2001–2005

Provide support to 2.7 and 3.5 L. engine line. Led major electrical modification projects; maintained documentation and prepared electrical schematics. Collaborated with team members and plant safety department to maintain safe, high-quality, and productive working environment.

• Led electrical modifications to 2.7 and 3.5 L engine line producing roughly 410 assembled/tested V-6, 3.5 L engines (per 8-hour shift). Worked effectively with maintenance department to resolve complex issues. Realized capital cost savings (about 75K annually).

• Supported Cam and Connecting Rod line, resulting in 6% cost savings, increased productivity, and significant minimization of machine downtime.

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE, CONT’D

DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION, Various Locations (Cont’d) 1987–2001

Senior Electrical Engineer/Engineering Specialist, Newcastle Machining & Forge, Newcastle, IN • 1987–2001

Designed power distribution switchgear, as well as controls with relays and programmable logic. Approved schematic designs. Worked closely with vendors to support modification/installation projects and define job requirements. Prepared project reports and documentation in alignment with QS 9000 standards. Investigated measures to improve operational productivity.

• Partnered with plant safety division to implement machine guidelines and enhance safety features. Realized 10% reduction in reported injuries over 1 year.

• Developed electrical specification for approved devices to support development projects; complete documentation and corporate specification facilitated adherence to all established guidelines.

Prior to 1987, served as electronics instructor at Ivy Tech College and held multiple R&D/electrical engineering positions in various manufacturing environments.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Master of Science in Computer Science • Ball State University – Muncie, IN

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering • Bengal Engineering College – Bengal, India

Continuing Professional Development:

5-Why • Discipline • Effective Delegation • Coaching and Training • Handling Conflict • 5S in the Workplace

Switchgear Protection • Power Surges • Furnace Developments • Laser Technology • Redundancy Analysis

Planning • Control • Performance Expectation • Positive Behavior • Feedback Improvement •VFD

Rockwell PLC 5000 platform • SLC 500 •HMI development in Factory Walk View Studio • PLC • CNC

Root Cause Analysis • PDCA • Productivity Robot Controls •

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• MS Project • Visio and AutoCAD • Devicenet

• Rockwell software for PLC • FORTRAN and Pascal • Controlnet and Ethernet

• Panelbuilder32 • HMI Development • Rockwell PLC Controllogix

• Statistical Process Control • Lisp and Assembly • Oracle

• Telemecanique software for PLC • RS View Studio • Micrologix and SLC