Summary
Overview
Work History
Specialized Knowledge Areas
Education
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Amer Imtiaz Ali

Amer Imtiaz Ali

Pickering,ON
"Integrity is doing the right thing, even when no one is watching."
C.S Lewis

Summary

Experienced in project management within manufacturing, focusing on engineering and problem-solving. Achieved significant reductions in scrap and improved cycle times, consistently meeting safety, quality, cost, and delivery targets. Strong collaboration with Maintenance, Operations, Quality, and Logistics to enhance process improvements and production efficiency.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Manufacturing Project Engineering

A Berger Precision Ltd.
Brampton, Ontario
11.2022 - Current
  • Launch and manage new production, prototyping/R&D, and continuous improvement projects, consistently delivering results on time and within budget.
  • Lead high-impact automation initiatives with strong ROI, achieving cost savings through process automation, labor reduction, and efficiency improvements.
  • Drive APQP/PPAP activities for new and existing product launches, including PFMEA, Process Flows, and risk mitigation strategies.
  • Create and manage project timelines, ensuring raw materials, equipment, and personnel readiness—proactively eliminating bottlenecks and preventing schedule delays.
  • Configure SAP ERP setups (routings, BOMs, cost rolls) for new products; conduct cost comparison analysis and budget monitoring.
  • Manage Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) for process updates, corrective actions, and continuous process improvements.
  • Conduct Cycle Time Studies, Run@Rate validations, feasibility studies, and CI projects based on scrap and downtime analysis.
  • Develop packaging concepts, manufacturing documentation, work instructions, and process specifications.
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams to resolve supplier/material issues and support customers for faster problem resolution.
  • Support tooling/fixture and robotic gripper design; create 2D/3D CAD models and drawings in SolidWorks, applying GD&T standards.

Production Associate

General Motors Company
Oshawa, Ontario
04.2021 - 03.2022
  • Assisted in the preparation of production orders, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
  • Provided support to supervisors by completing paperwork, organizing files, and scheduling meetings.
  • Participate in troubleshooting equipment problems to repair or report diagnostics.
  • Operated machinery to assemble products efficiently on the production line.
  • Conducted quality checks on finished products to meet company standards.
  • Operated automated machines used in the assembly line according to established procedures.

HVAC Engineer

KG-MECH Electro
Hyderabad, INDIA
12.2019 - 12.2020
  • Conducting feasibility studies, technical assessments, and performance evaluations for the design, implementation, and operation of HVAC systems, including chilled water systems, variable air volume (VAV) systems, VRF/VRV systems, and ducted split units.
  • Designing and preparing detailed technical drawings, blueprints, and specifications for HVAC components and systems, such as air handling units (AHUs), fan coil units (FCUs), ductwork, chillers, and ventilation fans, using AutoCAD and SolidWorks software.
  • Developing and implementing detailed work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and maintenance plans to ensure reliable operation and longevity of HVAC equipment.
  • Planning and managing HVAC projects from concept to commissioning, which included preparing material take-offs (MTOs), cost estimates, project schedules, design reports, and technical documentation for systems such as chilled water piping networks, air distribution systems, and building automation controls.
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including architects, consultants, and contractors, to ensure compliance with project requirements and energy efficiency standards.
  • Assisting with the installation, testing, and commissioning of HVAC systems, and troubleshooting complex technical issues on-site to ensure timely project completion.

Internship Student

Jaguar Land Rover
Hyderabad, India
06.2019 - 07.2019
  • Assisted in the organization of events such as conferences, seminars, and workshops.
  • Organized data into spreadsheets and databases for easy access by other departments.
  • Diagnosed mechanical problems using specialized computer software and diagnostic tools.
  • Assisted in the diagnosis of complex electrical issues using appropriate test equipment.
  • Displayed excellent customer service skills when interacting with customers regarding their automotive needs.

Specialized Knowledge Areas

  • APQP Launch Framework & PPAP Submissions
  • SAP ERP (part setup, routings, BOM, cost-rolling)
  • SolidWorks Design/Drafting (tooling, fixtures, gauges)
  • Automation & Robotics Integration Projects
  • Click-Up Project Management

Education

Post-Graduate Diploma - Applied Manufacturing Management

Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning, Guelph, ON
04-2022

Bachelors of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering

Osmania University, Hyderabad, INDIA
07-2019

Skills

  • Project management
  • Engineering change management
  • Cycle time analysis
  • Corrective actions
  • Root cause analysis
  • Engineering design and drafting
  • Technical analysis
  • Field support
  • Continuous improvement
  • SAP ERP expertise
  • Process failure mode analysis
  • Feasibility studies
  • Customer relations

Timeline

Manufacturing Project Engineering - A Berger Precision Ltd.
11.2022 - Current
Production Associate - General Motors Company
04.2021 - 03.2022
HVAC Engineer - KG-MECH Electro
12.2019 - 12.2020
Internship Student - Jaguar Land Rover
06.2019 - 07.2019
Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning - Post-Graduate Diploma, Applied Manufacturing Management
Osmania University - Bachelors of Engineering , Mechanical Engineering
Amer Imtiaz Ali