Nithin Gopal R

Electrical & Electronics Engineer with 5.5+ years of experience in Product Localization, New Product Introduction (NPI), Product Testing & Validation, Supplier Quality, Continuous Improvement and Field Quality across the elevator and construction equipment manufacturing industries. Hands-on experience in evaluating localized electrical products from design review through prototype validation, inspections, field implementation and supplier corrective actions. Experienced in root cause analysis (RCA), CAPA, Engineering Change Management, warranty investigations, defect analysis and cross-functional coordination with design, production, suppliers and field teams.

Worked with electrical control systems, communication modules, controller boards, wiring harnesses, control panels and industrial communication protocols for product validation, troubleshooting and field implementation activities. Recently completed Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification to strengthen process improvement, quality management and data-driven problem-solving capabilities.

Engineer - Engineering department at Toshiba Johnson Elevators India Private Limited (2024-05 – Present)

• Manage product localization activities from design review stage to product approval by working closely with domestic and global engineering teams, suppliers and cross-functional departments in a structured process aligned with APQP principles.
• Evaluate localized electrical products through prototype testing, functional validation, field trials and review potential product risks through FMEA and mitigate them before mass production release.
• Perform incoming quality inspection of localized electrical components to ensure compliance with engineering specifications and quality requirements.
• Develop test plans and simulation setups to verify product functionality and identify non-conformities during inspection.
• Coordinate with suppliers across India, China and Taiwan to address quality issues, review technical requirements and drive corrective actions.
• Investigate product failures reported during inspection and field operation, perform root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Provide technical support for field complaints by coordinating with suppliers, analysing failures and ensuring timely resolution.
• Maintain quality records, inspection reports, defect tracking data and engineering documentation to support traceability and management reviews.
• Contribute to Engineering Change Management (ECM) and Deviation Request processes by preparing process documentation and supporting implementation activities.

Engineer - Engineering department at Toshiba Johnson Elevators India Private Limited (2024-05 – Present)

Key Contributions & Achievements

• Identified recurring inspection defects, coordinated supplier corrective actions and supported continuous improvement initiatives to improve product quality and reduce recurring failures.
• Processed approximately 80% of field complaints within one working day, exceeding the internal turnaround target of three working days.
• Involved in product localization and validation activities for: Elevator blower fans, Elevator air conditioner, Multimedia displays, Modbus converters for BMS systems and Supervisory panels.
• Maintained master data and engineering documentation to support inspection, product localization and change management activities.
• Maintained proper handling and upkeep of inspection instruments while adhering to workplace safety requirements.

Graduate Engineer Trainee at Schwing Stetter India Private Limited (2020-12 – 2024-05)

• Performed incoming and in-process quality inspection activities to ensure components and assemblies met engineering drawings, specifications and manufacturing requirements.
• Supported New Product Development (NPD) by carrying out First Article Inspection (FAI) and verifying product compliance before production release.
• Conducted Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) for electrical control panels by performing functional testing, troubleshooting and scope verification based on customer requirements.
• Inspected wiring harness assemblies used in truck mixers and stationary concrete pumps, including continuity testing, harness length verification, cable specification checks, identification labelling and manual crimp inspection.
• Investigated quality issues identified during manufacturing, testing and customer operation by performing Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and implementing Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA).
• Coordinated with suppliers to resolve quality issues raised through Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and monitored corrective action implementation.
• Analysed warranty-returned electrical components to identify failure causes and supported supplier discussions for replacement and recovery.
• Worked closely with Design, R&D, Production, Projects and Supply Chain teams for drawing revisions, BOM updates, Engineering Change Requests (ECR), Engineering Change Notices (ECN) and document control activities.
• Maintained inspection records, calibration schedules, quality check sheets and monthly quality reports to support production and management review activities.

Graduate Engineer Trainee at Schwing Stetter India Private Limited (2020-12 – 2024-05)

Key Contributions & Achievements

• Identified and analysed non-moving inventory, performed technical validation on parts to determine production suitability, and supported stock clearance and scrappage of obsolete components, contributing to inventory optimization and cost savings
• Analysed recurring manufacturing and field quality issues, coordinated corrective actions with suppliers and monitored implementation to improve product quality.
• Investigated warranty-returned electrical components to determine failure causes and supported recovery of replacement parts through supplier coordination.
• Built strong working relationships with cross-functional teams, enabling faster resolution of engineering and production-related quality issues.

Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical & Electronics – Rajalakshmi Institute of Technology (2016-08 – 2020-04)