Lead Engineer – Drawing Checker at ASM Technologies Ltd. (2022-11 – Present)
Aerospace / Defence | Supporting Volvo GTT Tracks Programmes
- Lead comprehensive review and approval of engineering drawings against ISO 1101 standards, evaluating dimensional accuracy, GD&T compliance, material specifications, and technical completeness.
- Identified and resolved critical drawing non-conformances — incorrect dimensions, improper tolerances, and GD&T violations — preventing downstream manufacturing defects and reducing rework costs.
- Collaborated with design engineers, manufacturing, and project management to resolve design discrepancies and maintain full compliance with Volvo GTT programme requirements.
- Mentored junior engineers and drawing checkers on GD&T principles and tolerance stack-up analysis, improving team output quality and reducing error rates.
- Enforced document control procedures ensuring drawing revisions are tracked, approved, and archived in accordance with QMS requirements.
- Delivered onboarding training to new employees on inspection techniques, metrology principles, and GD&T interpretation, embedding consistent quality standards across the department.
Quality Engineer at VMX Hi Connectors Ind. Pvt. Ltd. (2017-02 – 2022-11)
Precision Connector Manufacturing | Quality Assurance
- Reviewed and approved engineering drawings for connector components, ensuring dimensional accuracy, GD&T conformance, and compliance with customer and industry standards.
- Implemented SPC monitoring on critical processes; analysed Cp/Cpk metrics to detect process deviations and initiate corrective actions before non-conformances escaped to customers.
- Conducted Measurement System Analysis (MSA) including Gauge R&R studies to validate measurement equipment accuracy and reliability across the inspection function.
- Led acceptance sampling inspections (AQL) for incoming, in-process, and final product, maintaining supplier quality standards and reducing escape rate.
- Drove root cause analysis using 8D and Fishbone methodologies on recurring quality issues; implemented sustainable CAPA resulting in reduced repeat non-conformances.
- Maintained quality documentation, inspection records, and compliance reports in line with QMS/ISO requirements, supporting internal and external audit readiness.
Quality Control Inspector at Esterline Souriau Pvt. Ltd. (2017-02)
Precision Connector Manufacturing | Metrology & Inspection
- Programmed and operated Mitutoyo CMM for dimensional inspection of complex precision components, verifying adherence to tight engineering tolerances.
- Performed measurements using Video Measuring Instruments (Rapid-I) to validate critical-to-quality dimensions on connector and electrical components.
- Executed in-process, final, inward, and First Article Inspections (FAI), ensuring 100% conformance to engineering drawings and customer specifications.
- Communicated quality findings to production supervisors and cross-functional teams, facilitating rapid root cause analysis and issue resolution.
- Escalated repeat defects to relevant departments, collaborating to identify systemic issues and implement long-term corrective measures.
