Sethu Praveen Vairava Sundaram
About Sethu Praveen Vairava Sundaram
Sethu Praveen Vairava Sundaram is a Supplier Quality Engineer III at Lennox, skilled in data analysis and statistics, with a strong background in mechanical and industrial engineering. He has extensive experience in quality engineering and project management, utilizing various professional tools and methodologies.
Work at Lennox
Currently, Sethu Praveen Vairava Sundaram holds the position of Supplier Quality Engineer III at Lennox, where he has been employed since 2024. His role is based in Tifton, Georgia, United States. Prior to this position, he served as Supplier Quality Engineer II at Lennox from 2022 to 2024, also in Tifton. In these roles, he has applied his skills in data analysis and quality engineering to enhance supplier quality processes.
Education and Expertise
Sethu Praveen Vairava Sundaram earned a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from National Engineering College, where he studied from 2011 to 2015. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master's degree in Industrial Engineering from the University of Michigan, completing his studies from 2018 to 2020. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in data analysis, statistics, and various engineering methodologies.
Professional Experience
Sethu has a diverse professional background, having worked in various engineering roles. He began his career at KONE Corporation as an Engineer from 2015 to 2018 in Chennai, India. He then transitioned to Adient (BWI) as a Quality Engineer from 2019 to 2022 in Warren, Michigan, United States. Additionally, he served as a Graduate Teaching Assistant at the University of Michigan for three months in 2019, contributing to his experience in academia.
Technical Skills and Tools
Sethu possesses a wide range of technical skills and is proficient in several professional tools. He is skilled in data visualization and analysis using Microsoft Power BI, and he has experience with software such as Minitab, Tableau, Matlab, and SPSS. His engineering toolkit includes AutoCAD, Catia, SolidWorks, and Autodesk Revit. He is also knowledgeable in quality codes and standards, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and IATF 16949.
Quality Methodologies and Process Improvement
Sethu has extensive experience in implementing quality methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and the DMAIC Principle. He is familiar with advanced project management tools and problem-solving methodologies. His expertise includes conducting process improvements using techniques like Kaizen, Kanban, and 5S, as well as a strong background in reliability and benchmarking techniques.