Shahed Ashraf

Background

About Shahed Ashraf

Engineering Management • Design, Prototyping, Manufacturing and Lifecycle management for system / components • Lean & Agile method utilization • Leading of engineering, Service, and commercial team assignments Program Management • Management of advanced technology programs to NPI • Product recall management • Regulatory authority and Certification program approval management Cost Reduction • Identification of cost saving opportunities and project execution • Understanding of the complex calculation methods and improvement opportunities within • Monitor effectiveness of the cost reduction over time Material shortage / Logistics • Global monitoring of on time material delivery • Identify and fix shortage caused by vulnerable design choices • Logistical issues tracking and solution Supply chain management • Able to take on and solve complex supplier manufacturing issues. Resolve line down situation • Parts demand projection and potential supplier weakness • Optimize supplier selection at ATD and NPI level based on Geography and Track record Product quality • Infantile failure mode, Warranty, Early life failure, complain rate, install quality monitoring, and project identification • Project execution and improvement monitoring • Customer complaint handling and project identification KPI Management • Key performance indicator tracking and RC analysis • Calculation method gaps and improvement opportunities • Identification of trend drivers and solutions Lifecycle Management / CSO • Field liaison, drive RC investigations • Customer temperature assessment and appropriate response • Leadership awareness and project funnel development Engineering Operation • EOL strategy. How to establish supply chain, Field and Engineering demand and stock level • Prioritization of correct supplier change request • Process optimization for engineering change request. Installation management • Implement and monitor install checklists, identify gaps. • NPI Pilot Install monitoring and driving of FRT teams • Sifting through complex data and identify opportunities within FOI/FOA. Best ROI Data Management • Field data triaging process development • Data visualization and communication to senior leadership • Meaningful conclusion and identification of next step Engineering Design / Testing • Magnet/ Gradient thermal management • Structural dynamics FEA, CAD, vibration testing • Packaging and Shipping Engineering Systems • Acoustic, thermal, and environmental testing • Reliability Protocol development • Optimize product integration. Holding internal customer accountable