Naqshe Iqbal, P.Eng, M.Eng, Mla I, Vibration Iso Cat I
About Naqshe Iqbal, P.Eng, M.Eng, Mla I, Vibration Iso Cat I
Naqshe Iqbal is a Reliability Supervisor at Domtar, where he has worked since 2020, focusing on improving maintenance programs and mill reliability. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Toronto and a Master's degree in Mechanical and Materials Engineering from Western University.
Work at Domtar
Naqshe Iqbal has served as a Reliability Supervisor at Domtar since 2020. In this role, he has developed and improved Predictive Maintenance (PdM) and Preventive Maintenance (PM) programs. He has successfully managed multiple projects from scope development to execution and commissioning, ensuring completion within safety, schedule, and budget constraints. Additionally, he has led safety meetings and implemented initiatives to enhance mill safety, ensuring compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and company regulations. Iqbal has also supervised and trained reliability technicians in a unionized environment, addressing disciplinary issues as necessary.
Previous Experience
Prior to his current position, Naqshe Iqbal worked at AV Terrace Bay as a Reliability Engineer and Interim Supervisor from 2018 to 2020. He also held the position of Reliability Leader at Weyerhaeuser from 2013 to 2016 in Grande Prairie. Earlier in his career, he was a NSERC USRA Award Student Researcher at the University of Toronto for three months in 2012. Additionally, he volunteered at Toronto Grace Health Centre from 2010 to 2012.
Education and Expertise
Naqshe Iqbal holds a Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) in Mechanical Engineering (Honours) from the University of Toronto, where he studied from 2007 to 2012. He furthered his education at Western University, earning a Master's degree in Mechanical and Materials Engineering. His educational background supports his expertise in reliability engineering and maintenance management.
Achievements in Reliability Engineering
Throughout his career, Naqshe Iqbal has implemented continuous improvement initiatives that have enhanced mill reliability and reduced downtime at Domtar. His experience includes managing projects that focus on reliability and safety within industrial environments. He has played a key role in developing maintenance programs that contribute to operational efficiency.