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Arun Raghavan

Arun Raghavan

Malmö

Summary

With over seven years of experience in the Airline and Marine industries, I am seeking a challenging role where I can apply my engineering expertise to drive innovation and efficiency. My advanced education in Mechanical and Marine Engineering from Halmstad University, Sweden, and Cochin University of Science and Technology, India, has equipped me with a comprehensive understanding of complex systems and global industry standards.

In my current role at Amapola Flyg, I have successfully managed the optimization of rotable exchange services, ensuring high performance and reliability in component repair programs. My ability to balance service levels with capital requirements has resulted in significant cost savings and operational improvements.

I excel in utilizing advanced engineering tools and methodologies to develop innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency. My commitment to sustainable practices and continuous improvement has consistently delivered positive outcomes in my projects. I am passionate about leveraging my skills to contribute to the growth and success of forward-thinking organizations in the aviation sector.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Rotable Maintenance Management Specialist

Amapola Flyg AB
09.2023 - Current
  • Responsible to manage the availability of rotable exchange services to ensure performance of our component repair programs. Primary objective is to balance the program's service-levels, and its capital requirement via continuous optimization of our rotable pooling system.
  • Develop and implement best practices related to the repair of major components and the management of cores – both for Fleet and for Fixed Plant.
  • Develop norms for the re-usage of components, e.g. number of turns before replacement
  • Implement quality control procedures to ensure the reliability and performance of rotable components, when required perform supplier assessments and provide feedback.
  • Collaborate with suppliers and manufacturers to ensure compliance with warranty terms and conditions, work with the suppliers to improve quality and performance of rotables.
  • Ensure outputs from root cause analysis are linked back into the reliability continuous improvement process to address any shortfalls in our baseline asset tactics taking into account reliability block diagrams, asset strategy and OEM inputs and change management process is conducted appropriately

Aircraft Material Planner

West Atlantic AB
04.2022 - 09.2023
  • Work closely with service engineers, product developers, and Maintenance engineers to ensure aftermarket requirements are met and to execute a spare part strategy. Responsible for establishing and optimizing the spare parts assortment for all parts belonging to the area of responsibility in the project. Setup and maintain a new Bill of material configuration for the project requirement.
  • Review and check the Isometric Drawing (BOM and OEM list)
  • Build and maintain lifecycle spare parts stocking plans, SPIR’s and EBOM’s for all operational equipment types.
  • Drive West Atlantic network for spare parts stocking optimisation decisions and governance, in localised terminals, regional and global locations, using data and data analytics.
  • Drive spare parts optimization based on analytics (ABC, FMEA, Risk-based and AHP).
  • Spare part Operational visibility, identifying/defining criticality and calculating risk impact on equipment.
  • Maintain governance controls and feedback loops over terminal inventory order points and overstocking levels.
  • Spare parts technical advisory as input validation to terminal requests for order point stocking changes
  • Review and check the drawing and evaluate the design modification on spare parts / Components/ system

Aircraft Parts Data Coordinator

West Atlantic AB
07.2021 - 12.2021
  • All part details enter into the database for accurately track all serialised components on the aircraft.
  • Verifies and logs receipt of data of Part updates, Part certification, Spare Part procurement, Part Specification, Design Update, QC data, Technical writing, Maintenance details, Logbook Tracking, WOM, Service bulletin management, Failure Report and Test Report into electronic format.

Mechanical Design Engineer

Ridit Design of Sweden AB
07.2020 - 06.2021
  • Involved in the project phase of modeling an electric ferry for Powetech AB, Göteborg and introducing their energy management system (EMS), Energy Storage, Propulsion System, Microgrid Inverters and other machinery items shown on the developed model. Work close with Technical Specialist and Spare Parts Engineers - collected the details of units and dimensions of EMS, Energy storage and other machinery information.
  • Prepare the machinery sketches and introduced them in the design.
  • Design the structure, hull machinery/equipment installation layout, hull fitting installation/fabrication, electrical and mechanical system arrangements.
  • Skilled in PDMS design and machinery systems arrangement.
  • Develops complex designs and associated technical documentation for current and conceptualized ships, systems and equipment. Prepares plans and drawings using design software. Evaluates designs and design concepts for feasibility.
  • Researches new technology and/or development tools to remain informed of current technology and best practices for the lowest life cycle cost design standards for ships in a marine environment.

Junior Project Engineer

Pipavav Defence and Offshore Engineering Company Limited
05.2016 - 06.2017
  • Communicate and coordinate with clients, shipyards, subcontractors, and suppliers; secure approval from class societies for marine outfitting installation on the vessel. Review and check the installation drawing for pipe layout, HVAC system, and other mechanical/electrical systems. Knowledge of an isometric drawing for components.
  • Create a bill of materials and drawing packages for retrofit projects; create fabrication/erection drawings as necessary using 2D or 3D CAD
  • Review and approve production installation drawings, manufacturing drawings, and bills of material; check for accuracy against basic/detail design, yard and project standards, 3D model, previous vessels, and any known design changes; identify any missing equipment or parts, interferences, production or regulation issues; interface with other engineers for revision.
  • Participate in the development and oversight of testing and commissioning procedures.
  • Troubleshoot problems during installation onboard and/or sea trial.

Naval Architecture Trainee

Cochin Shipyard Limited
09.2015 - 12.2015
  • Work closely with Naval Architects and Project Engineers to review and check the construction drawing of the vessel. Skilled in inspecting the Assembly of components, Marine Auxiliary Machinery Installation and Inspection, Pipe layout - electrical - mechanical system arrangement in the deck.
  • Integration of the carbon capture system with onboard machinery – design and analyze pipe routing and bracketry, create P&IDs, and calculate basic equipment sizing.
  • Possess the ability to plan and organize through excellent time-management skills and taking own initiatives to ensure the timely completion of tasks and responsibilities.

Marine Service Engineer

Boat Builders and Marine Engineers
06.2013 - 06.2014
  • Work closely with the maintenance department for finding out the troubleshooting the mechanical and electrical systems. Skilled in maintenance plan, maintenance schedule based on components, exchanging the parts and inspecting the function.
  • Developed and maintained routines and instructions as well as preventive maintenance plans for the boats.
  • Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical, mechanical and hydraulic systems.
  • Carry out unplanned maintenance in the event of a failure or malfunction, with the objective of restoring normal operations as quickly as possible.
  • Monitor, inspect and test the performance of vessels and systems, ensuring they are operating safely and efficiently.

Education

Course - Advance Manufacturing Engineering

University West
02.2020

Master's degree - Mechanical Engineering

Halmstad University
10.2018

Master's degree - Marine Engineering

Cochin University of Science and Technology
05.2016

Bachelor's degree - Mechanical Engineering

Cochin University of Science and Technology
05.2013

Skills

  • Spare parts management
  • Resource optimization
  • Quality control expertise
  • Technical design skills
  • Supply Chain Expertise
  • Strong Communication Skills
  • Technological Proficiency
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Project management
  • Project planning
  • Technical reporting
  • Root-cause analysis
  • Quality control

LANGUAGES

English Advanced
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Swedish Advanced
Intermediate (B1)

Accomplishments

  • Inventory Optimization Success: Reduced spare parts inventory by 20% through effective stock optimization strategies.
  • Component Delivery Excellence: Led a team to achieve 95% on-time component delivery rate.
  • Enhanced Quality Control: Implemented quality checks that increased reliability by 30%.
  • Cost-efficient Repair Program: Developed a repair program saving 15% on costs annually.

Cycling

I enjoy cycling regularly, exploring various terrains and embracing the physical and mental benefits it offers. This hobby has instilled in me discipline, perseverance, and a commitment to a healthy, sustainable lifestyle.

Timeline

Rotable Maintenance Management Specialist

Amapola Flyg AB
09.2023 - Current

Aircraft Material Planner

West Atlantic AB
04.2022 - 09.2023

Aircraft Parts Data Coordinator

West Atlantic AB
07.2021 - 12.2021

Mechanical Design Engineer

Ridit Design of Sweden AB
07.2020 - 06.2021

Junior Project Engineer

Pipavav Defence and Offshore Engineering Company Limited
05.2016 - 06.2017

Naval Architecture Trainee

Cochin Shipyard Limited
09.2015 - 12.2015

Marine Service Engineer

Boat Builders and Marine Engineers
06.2013 - 06.2014

Master's degree - Mechanical Engineering

Halmstad University

Master's degree - Marine Engineering

Cochin University of Science and Technology

Bachelor's degree - Mechanical Engineering

Cochin University of Science and Technology

Course - Advance Manufacturing Engineering

University West

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