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Sathvik Balaji Kuruvadi
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- About
- High School
- Bachelor's
- Target
- ACT
Male
Ohio, United States
Work ExperienceProcess Engineer
Cooper Standard - Full Time
Jan 9, 2023 - Present · 3 yrs 3 mos
Ohio, United States
Launched OEM brake and fuel assembly program by creating project timeline for stages including process development
& testing validation, equipment readiness, material planning, & NPI readiness to SOP and Run at Rate events
• Managed a cross functional team across Quality, Engineering, Maintenance and Shipping to meet requirements
pertaining to machine installation, raw material supply, and shipping prototype parts on time.
• Generated cost savings worth $300k by reducing SKUs through redefining accurate BOMs, routers, labor rates on SAP
• Reduced COGIs by 50% by identifying proper storage locations, BOM consumptions and work centers on SAP
• Work closely with R&D team for new or improved equipment/tooling/processes to satisfy changing production
requirements
• Lead program development reviews (gate)/ design reviews across OEMs
• Ensure transparency with the customer, design, manufacturing plants, testing, sales, program management, purchasing
and suppliers during Launch Phase.
• Assists in the transfer of product and process between manufacturing facilities
• Held ownership of brake line manufacturing process and increased OEE from 48% to 85% within the first two quarters
• Creating and improving standards to enable us to achieve the performance targets for the production line
• Creates and constructs bill of materials, process flows and process failure mode effective analysis (PFMEA)
• Identified & eliminated bottlenecks using FTA, root cause analysis & deployed error proofing system using SMED,
achieving 31% lead time reduction and reduced change over time by 80%.
• Maintains shared responsibility to meet all operational financial targets with the plant/division teams
Quality Intern
Rea Magnet Wire - Internship
Aug 5, 2019 - Dec 27, 2019 · 5 mos
Indiana, United States
Enhanced smart network communication and logic to construct an automatic car wash using PLC programing
• Used heat sensors to maintain water temperature at 80F
• Developed HMI for customers to select additional services to basic carwash
Gear Engineering Intern
Dana Incorporated - Internship
Aug 2, 2021 - Dec 23, 2022 · 1 yr 5 mos
Indiana, United States
Designed gear components using AutoCAD to meet the automotive specifications according to customerdemands
• Implemented test procedures for gears using Keyence Machinery
• Oversaw new product development and analyzed test data for controlsystems
Process Engineering Intern
Rea Magnet Wire - Internship
May 2, 2022 - Dec 23, 2022 · 8 mos
Indiana, United States
Ensuring the efficacy of new and existing processes documentation to allow for quality problemprevention
• Developed and implemented a software system for inventory management to prevent emergency breakdowns
• Assisted in disciplined problem-solving process through own actions as well as through the support of other
departments to develop preventative and corrective actions
• Involved in continuous improvement methodologies to improve processes, strengthen quality, and drive efficiency
ProjectsAutomatic Car Wash - PLC
Role - Group Project- Design and Developemnt
for Academic
Oct 3, 2022 - Dec 9, 2022
• Enhanced smart network communication and logic to construct an automatic car wash using PLC programing
• Used heat sensors to maintain water temperature at 80F
• Developed HMI for customers to select additional services to basic carwash
Senior Design– Fort Wayne Mold and Engineering
Role - Group Project- Design and Developemnt
for Academic
Jan 3, 2022 - May 20, 2022
• Engineered and sketched a hydraulic press table using CAD to assist the operator for rubber molding process
• Investigated material properties to withstand the heaviest rubber mold in the industry
The Rocking Lily Pad – Four Bar Linkage System
Role - Group Project- Design
for Academic
Jan 4, 2021 - May 28, 2021
• Engineered an amusement joy ride using a crank rocker mechanism using CAD
• Investigated material properties to withstand a group of 10 individuals on the ride
• Established MATLAB code to perform complex matrix calculations required by kinematic and dynamic analysis
Launch Honda Accord 2023 Program
Role - Launch Engineer
for Industrial
Feb 1, 2023 - Dec 22, 2023
* Design and prototype according to OEM design
* Collaborate with suppliers for components and assembly
* Work with power bender manufacturers to design brakeline bender according to design and build final assembly tables
* Report out to the program manager on weekly basis
* Work with engineering, materials, quality and plant manager regarding launch of new program
* Conduct Run @ Rate activities as specified by OEM
Research PapersSathvik Balaji Kuruvadi has not added any research paper yet.
VolunteeringUniversity Ambassadon
at Purdue University
May 1, 2018 - May 30, 2019
Education
• Student representative chosen by the university to represent the Chancellor of Purdue University.
• Represent Purdue University on and off campus or public events
• Expanding relations with the university body and the community
• Facilitating, mentoring, tutoring, and assisting students experiencing difficulties on- and off-campus
Treasurer
at International Student Organization
May 1, 2018 - Dec 21, 2018
Education
• Plan Global Student Celebration for students to showcase their culture.
• Oversee organizations finances including budgeting, forecasting and financial planning
• Ensure there are sufficient funds to support all sub organizations to perform events
• Lead in the creation and review of annual budgets, ensuring that financial goals are met in accordance with legal org requirements
Raktha Chetana Trust- Volunteer
at Vasvi
May 4, 2015 - Dec 30, 2015
Social Services
• Promptly and empathetically handled blood donors concerns and complaints
• Reach out to community requesting them to donate blood and explain its importance
• Build loyal clientele through friendly interactions and consistent appreciation
• Received certificate of apparition
Rotary Polio Eradication Camp- Volunteer
at Rotary
Jan 2, 2015 - Dec 30, 2015
Social Services
• Educate rural areas about importance of eradicating polio
• Participate in fundraising activities to conduct camps in different regions
• Received certificate of apparition