Shruti Sugumar
Riga,Latvia
Summary
Dynamic Methods Engineer with an electrical engineering background and experience at Schneider Electric. With expertise in process optimization, workflow improvement, and quality assurance to drive operational efficiency, I also have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience in cross-functional collaboration, focused on innovative, sustainable home solutions, and automation.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Method Engineer
Schneider Electric
Riga
04.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams and stakeholders, supporting the coordination of on-site activities and acceptance processes
- Managed aspects of method engineering projects, ensuring adherence to performance, quality, budget, and time targets with the manufacturing productions lines of Home Solutions division (previously Home & Distribution division)
- Contributed to the conception and design of technical solutions, optimizing processes for assembly and automation systems
Stagiaire
Schneider Electric
Eybens
02.2021 - 06.2021
- Supported project managers in scheduling and coordinating activities effectively.
- Conducted research on industry trends to use augmented reality and virtual reality equipment.
- Supported in the establishment of the production line in Riga, Latvia (Jupiter).
- Prepared documentation for project proposals and presentations for my master's thesis.
- Maintained accurate records of all activities performed throughout internship period.
Summer Intern
Siemens Gamesa
Chennai
06.2018 - 07.2018
- Supported data analysis efforts to optimize operational processes and workflows with my manager.
- I worked on my paper publication on "Bio Solar Cells."
- Worked successfully with a diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to solar power plants.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and gathering material for my bachelor's studies.
Test Analyst
L&T Electrical & Automation
Mumbai
12.2017 - 01.2018
- Conducted system testing for electrical systems used for grids on the shop floor.
- Executed test plans and test cases for software applications.
- Identified software defects and reported them in bug tracking systems.
- Performed functional and acceptance testing along with creating BOMs.
- Provided feedback on the usability of the application being tested.
Intern Student
NTPC Limited
06.2016 - 07.2016
- Identified opportunities for improvement in existing control systems during that time period in thermal plants.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Recognized and studied different control systems in thermal plants.
Education
Master of Engineering - MEng - Informational and Electrical Engineering
Hochschule Wismar
Wismar, Germany10-2022
Bachelor of Technology - BTech - Electrical and Electronics Science
SRM IST Chennai
Chennai, India01.2019
High school - Science
Gyan Bharati School
New Delhi, India01.2015
Skills
- Method engineering
- Validation processes
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Innovation and creativity
- Production planning
- Six sigma methodologies
- Value stream mapping
- Industrial automation
- Customer focus
- Process flows
- Relationship building
- Root-cause analysis
Websites
Accomplishments
- Project Efficiency Boost, Reduced project NPI completion time by 20% through lean engineering practices.
- Automation Adoption Success, Increased assembly process efficiency by 15% with new automation solutions.
- Quality Improvement, Supported quality team to improve product quality resulting in 10% fewer defects.
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Tamil
Advanced (C1)
C1
Telugu
Native
Native
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2
German
Elementary (A2)
A2
Latvian
Elementary (A2)
A2
Affiliations
Volunteered as a student in Goonj.
Timeline
Method Engineer
Schneider Electric
04.2023 - Current
Stagiaire
Schneider Electric
02.2021 - 06.2021
Summer Intern
Siemens Gamesa
06.2018 - 07.2018
Test Analyst
L&T Electrical & Automation
12.2017 - 01.2018
Intern Student
NTPC Limited
06.2016 - 07.2016
Master of Engineering - MEng - Informational and Electrical Engineering
Hochschule Wismar
Bachelor of Technology - BTech - Electrical and Electronics Science
SRM IST Chennai
High school - Science
Gyan Bharati School