Waseem Akram A
About Waseem Akram A
Waseem Akram A is a Senior Manufacturing Engineer at QuEST Global in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, with extensive experience in quality engineering and supplier quality analysis.
Current Role at QuEST Global
Waseem Akram A is currently employed as a Senior Manufacturing Engineer at QuEST Global in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. In this role, he is responsible for a range of engineering tasks supporting manufacturing processes and projects.
Previous Work Experience
Waseem Akram A has amassed significant experience in various engineering roles. He worked as a Quality Engineer at Karnataka Turned Components Pvt. Ltd. in 2012 for four months. Before that, he served as a Supplier Quality Analyst at ACS of India Pvt. Ltd from 2010 to 2012, providing quality analysis and support for two years.
Educational Background
Waseem Akram A earned his Master of Technology (MTech) in Machine Design from the Cambridge Institute of Technology, affiliated with VTU, between 2016 and 2018. He also holds a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E) in Mechanical Engineering from Adichunchanagiri Institute of Technology, Chikmagalur, completed from 2005 to 2009. Prior to that, he completed his Pre University at Govt PU College, Chickmagalore from 2003 to 2005, and earned his High School Diploma from St. Joseph's Boys High School between 2000 and 2003.
Onsite Coordination Experience
Waseem Akram A has valuable onsite coordination experience, having served roles internationally. He supported the Manufacturing Team at UTAS in Indonesia for FAIR/LAIR as an Onsite Co-Ordinator for a year. Additionally, he worked as an Onsite Co-Ordinator at SAESL in Singapore for 1.2 years, focusing on supporting overhaul bases to salvage aero engine components and develop repair capabilities.
Technical Expertise and Responsibilities
Waseem Akram A has extensive expertise in First Article Inspection (FAI), PPAP, and production readiness for Aero Engine components and Hydraulic Actuators. His responsibilities include conducting FAIRs, MSA, and Production Readiness assessments, reviewing FAIR documents, and supporting New Product Introduction and Repair Development Projects for Trent Engine components. He has also been involved in engineering solutions for Rolls-Royce RB211 and Trent Series engines, addressing technical variances and resolving customer issues.
Process Improvement and Cost Savings
Waseem Akram A has been involved in process improvement initiatives such as Cost Engineering, Should Costing, and VAVE (Value Analysis & Value Engineering). He provided cost-saving ideas and worked on categories like machining, coating, cleaning, joining, and NDT processes, ensuring efficient and cost-effective manufacturing operations.