Shakti Kumaran
About Shakti Kumaran
Shakti Kumaran is a Process Engineer at Plexus Corp., where he has worked since 2021. He has a background in mechanical engineering and experience in automation, programming, and product quality management.
Work at Plexus
Shakti Kumaran has been employed at Plexus Corp. as a Process Engineer - Product since 2021. In this role, Shakti focuses on process engineering tasks related to product development. The position involves applying engineering principles to improve manufacturing processes and product quality. Shakti's experience in automation and process optimization contributes to the efficiency of operations within the company.
Education and Expertise
Shakti Kumaran earned a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering with Honours from Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka, completing the program from 2015 to 2019. Prior to this, Shakti studied at Penang Matriculation College from 2014 to 2015. Shakti possesses skills in CAD, Catia V5, Solidworks, and programming languages including C/C++ and Python, which support expertise in mechanical engineering and automation.
Background
Shakti Kumaran began their career with an internship at Flex in 2018, where they conducted Automated Guided Vehicle Evaluation and gained experience in Surface Mount Technology (SMT). Following this, Shakti worked as a Product Quality Engineer at Jabil from 2019 to 2021, managing the engineering change process and serving as a customer liaison for product quality issues. Shakti also worked as a Promoter at Parkson Group in 2015.
Projects and Initiatives
During their academic career, Shakti Kumaran worked on several projects, including the development of a Pneumatic Pick and Place System with Shared Supervisory Control, which provided hands-on experience with pneumatic systems. Additionally, Shakti programmed a XY-Cartesian robot using C programming language and a microcontroller for a specified task, showcasing skills in automation and robotics.
Professional Skills
Shakti Kumaran has developed a strong skill set in engineering and automation. This includes proficiency in CAD software and programming languages, as well as practical experience in process improvement and automation. Shakti has a keen interest in Lean Manufacturing principles and aims to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world engineering challenges.