HARISANKAR PARIPPAAYILLAM
Winter Valley,Australia
Summary
Accomplished Mechatronics Engineer with over 25 years in manufacturing and service industries. Holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechatronics and Robotics, a diploma in Information Technology, and trade certificates in restricted Electrical and Precision Engineering. Expertise in building, servicing, and troubleshooting automated machines, combined with strong project management skills to ensure on-time delivery, budget adherence, and improved safety and production outcomes.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Service Engineer
Minitube Australia Pty Ltd
Ballarat, VIC
04.2014 - Current
- Installed and maintained fully automated equipment for animal reproduction labs and facilities around Australia and New Zealand .
- Developed and built new products and systems to increase efficiency , safety and standardization.
- Provided technical support to clients, troubleshooting and resolving equipment issues to ensure operational continuity.
- provided service involving troubleshooting of highly precision mechanical parts and assemblies, electrical ,electronics and pneumatic parts, analyzing programs, circuits and functions of machines.
- Installed customized computer aided analysis systems incorporated with special microscopes, cameras and special software.
- Developed and maintained a service department system, documenting service activities and client interactions to improve data accuracy and accessibility.
- Collaborated across sales, marketing, and engineering departments to enhance product and service delivery, fostering cross-functional improvements.
- Participated in energy-saving initiatives and IT procurement for the company, reducing operational costs through innovative practices.
- Evaluated new technologies for potential application in maintenance operations. Attended conferences and workshops to remain informed about emerging technologies.
Tool Maker and Chief Inspector
Oz Press Pty Ltd
04.2005 - 08.2012
- Troubleshooting of press tools and machinery for everyday production
- Coordinated project for 120 new press tool trials for Toyota's Camry, troubleshooting issues to meet tight deadlines and effectively managing resources
- Manufactured and maintained press tools, jig & fixtures.
- Managed tool room and distributed scheduled work to tool makers.
- Analyzed, designed and implemented new ideas to improve productivity and quality of product by applying Toyota production system and lean manufacturing.
- Designed and improved engineering drawings using AutoCAD and Solidworks software.
- Worked as chief Quality inspector for 3 years in addition to tool making and applied Toyota Production System to improving the system
- Quality inspection of products with different equipment including 3D laser scanner.
- Implementation of vision system for checking welded components to improve defect detection for quality control
- Toyota Production System, Total Preventive Maintenance, 5s, lean manufacturing on the job training and Implementation
- Oz Press is an automotive industry partner and manufacturer of metal pressings and assemblies. They are one of the leading component suppliers for Toyota, Australia.
Tool Maker
Stamping Industries Pty Ltd
Singapore
07.1999 - 10.2005
- Collaborated with tool makers to quickly resolve production issues.
- Planned and completed tool assembly within the given time frame.
- Assembled and serviced press tools for customers including TEC, GES, and WINCOR.
- Interpreted drawings and advised on design changes to enhance practicality.
- Troubleshoot and implement changes to improve the product and production
- Documented key achievements
- Enhanced problem-solving and time management skills through collaboration with experienced colleagues and self-directed learning.
- Stamping Industries(ISO9001) manufactures the sheet metal stamping tools, jigs and fixtures for the components required for different electronics, aeronautical, medical industries
Education
Restricted Electrical Licence -
Victoria University
Melbourne, VIC01-2016
BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING - Mechatronics And Robotics
Deakin University
Victoria10-2012
Diploma in Information Technology -
Informatics Computer School
Singapore04-2002
National Trade Certificate - Precision engineering
Institute of Technical Education
Balestier, Singapore06-1999
Certificate in Tool and Die making -
Nettur Technical training foundation
Tellicherry, India02-1998
Skills
- Robotic programming (ABB & Epson)
- PLC programming ( ladder logic -Omron,AB)
- Control System Design (MATLAB and LabVIEW Software)
- Industrial automation expertise
- Preventive maintenance practices
- Equipment installation and assembly
- Electrical, electronic circuit Knowledge
- CAD design skills (AutoCAD & solid works)
- Software installation and configuration
- Design planning and execution
- Customer Support
- Root-cause analysis
- Project analysis and management
- Technical consulting services
- Training and mentoring
Key projects
Implementation of Vision System, checking welded components to improve processes
Role: Implementation, Analysis, Procurement and Project Management
Client: Toyota, Australia
Employer: Oz Press Pty Ltd, Ballarat
Building and testing of robotic part packing system to save 30 hrs of packing work
Role: Design, build and Test of automated system with Epson, ABB robots and Omron vision system
Client: Toyota, Australia
Employer: Oz Press Pty Ltd, Ballarat
setup reproduction lab with 3 to 6 automated machines for multiple customers
Role: Implementation, testing , training , servicing
Client: Wise repro, Rocky Repro, Sabor, Just Gens Ect
Employer: Minitube Australia Pty Ltd, Ballarat
120 new press tool trials and submission to Toyota for their new Camry
Role: Design, Drafting, Analysis, Procurement and Project Management
Client: Toyota, Australia
Employer: Oz Press Pty Ltd Ballarat
Timeline
Service Engineer
Minitube Australia Pty Ltd
04.2014 - Current
Tool Maker and Chief Inspector
Oz Press Pty Ltd
04.2005 - 08.2012
Tool Maker
Stamping Industries Pty Ltd
07.1999 - 10.2005
Restricted Electrical Licence -
Victoria University
BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING - Mechatronics And Robotics
Deakin University
Diploma in Information Technology -
Informatics Computer School
National Trade Certificate - Precision engineering
Institute of Technical Education
Certificate in Tool and Die making -
Nettur Technical training foundation