DHRUMIL PATEL
Toronto,Canada
Summary
Results-driven project manager with extensive experience in overseeing ODM projects from initiation to completion, utilizing PMI processes to enhance engineering, quality, sourcing, and operations. Successfully implemented company-wide processes and tools while managing multiple projects and onboarding new hires. Expertise in ensuring ISO certification compliance and prioritizing product quality alongside cycle time reduction, consistently delivering projects on time, within budget, and to specifications. Proven ability to optimize workflows and drive continuous improvement initiatives that align with organizational goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Manager
Avnan Electro Inc.
Mississauga, Ontario
05.2021 - Current
- Responsible for all design-to-manufacturing projects including NPI, engineering changes and internal strategic charters covering 50+ products per year, delivering in excess of $5M new revenue annually
- Lead engineering, quality, sourcing, and operations teams ranging between 5-15 members focusing on electronic and supporting equipment
- Created a structured environment including new processes and tools for a maturing company
- Provided onboarding for junior engineers, inside salespeople and project coordinators
- Charged with all in-house and out-sourced design services: developing and monitoring Project Plans, schedules, budgets, communications, contracts, issues, risks and associated deliverables
- Ensured a disciplined approach to all aspects of the product development cycle, in accordance with company’s ISO certification
- Managed projects from concept to stable volume production with special emphasis on product quality and cycle time reduction
- Kept management and project teams informed of progress and issues through regular status reports, team meetings and one-on-one sessions throughout project life cycle
- Established project kick-off meetings with the participation of all key stakeholders including department heads, team members and senior management personnel depending on size, risk and value of project
- Project scope creep was continually reduced through the lifecycle of the project resulting in the timely delivery of an approved product on budget
- Developed metrics company-wide to establish baselines, targets and drive continuous improvement
- Reviewed customer feedback on a regular basis to identify potential areas of improvement in service delivery
- Participated actively in brainstorming sessions focused on improving existing processes or creating innovative approaches for delivering services more efficiently
- Prioritized tasks, goals, and managed teams throughout multiple projects
- Collaborated with functional managers to develop program resource plans and assign program resources in a matrix environment
- Contributed to corporate strategy initiatives management across teams through accountability, communication, and reporting
- Audited operations and processes to enhance brand and manage compliance
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs
- Using emotional intelligence, communicated effectively and professionally in stressful to successfully diffuse tense situations
- Planned and delivered training sessions to improve employee effectiveness and address areas of weakness
Electronics Engineer
Avnan Electro Inc.
Mississauga, Ontario
03.2018 - 05.2021
- Developed and tested electronic circuits and Layouts, assemblies, and systems for use in ERV/HRV equipment using Altium
- Responsible for Altium Library Management as well
- Designed and implemented circuit boards, microcontrollers, processors, chipsets, and other electronic hardware components
- Creating AutoCAD drawing
- Designing CAD models using Solid works
- Lead projects from design stages to Production
- Finding Solutions for Customers and Supplier to accommodate their needs, Processing Engineering Change Request
- Use of Oscilloscope, logic analyzer, multi meters, Infrared camera, hi-voltage power supply unit, temperature and humidity chamber
- Identified opportunities for process improvement through the implementation of advanced technology
- Documented all processes related to the development of electronic systems according to company standards
- Provided technical guidance to junior engineers during product development activities
- Developed test plans and procedures for validating system performance against requirements specifications
- Firmware and Hardware validation test
- Conducted electrical tests on prototypes and production models to verify functionality prior to release into the market
- Participated in design reviews with senior management personnel for approval of new products before launch
- Led team-based electronic circuit and power circuit design tasks to meet target metrics for performance, reliability and prescribed thresholds
- Researched electronic faults in finished systems, applying diagnostic tests to detect and correct hardware and software malfunctions
- Conducted system load and configuration diagnostics prescribed by internal testing procedures
- Aided in development of mechanical designs created to interface with electronic components, incorporating necessary electrical and thermal performance guidelines
- Supervised product qualification testing, evaluated failures and implemented corrective action
- Recommended repair or design modifications of electronics components or systems based on environment, service and cost factors
- Working with FCC and UL testing laboratories to gain approvals for commercial products
- Experience designing board for EMI/EMC testing
- ERP lead on engineering module for part and BOM setup
Electronics Technician /Technology Lead
Embedded Sense
Mississauga, Ontario
01.2016 - 03.2018
- Identified and diagnosed malfunctioning electronic components, systems, and equipment
- Installed, configured, tested, maintained, repaired and troubleshot electronic components, systems and equipment
- Calibrated electrical instruments using standard test equipment such as oscilloscopes, signal generators and multimeters
- Performed preventive maintenance on electronics systems to ensure optimal performance
- Read schematics and technical diagrams to determine the best course of action for repairs or modifications
- Built prototype circuits to demonstrate functionality in accordance with engineering specifications
- Developed detailed testing procedures for new products to ensure quality control standards were met
- Assisted engineers in designing new products by providing feedback on design features and functionality
- Tested completed products to ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards
- Programmed microprocessors to provide desired system functions according to customer requirements
- Created detailed documentation of all repair processes including notes on product defects or malfunctions encountered during service calls
- Trained other technicians in the use of specialized diagnostic tools and software programs
- Provided technical support services over the phone for customers having difficulty troubleshooting their own electronic devices
- Documented repairs, inspections and testing for equipment in logging database
- Prepared instructional guides for repairing, calibrating and maintaining equipment and systems
- Utilized ERP to process work orders, check stock quantity and place orders for parts
Education
Bachelors - Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering
Visvesvaraya Technological university
India01.2012
Skills
- Microsoft Projects
- ClickUp
- Mondaycom
- Microsoft Office suite
- Altium
- AutoCAD
- SolidWorks
- HubSpot
- Xilinx
- MPLab
- MakeIO
- Zapier
- Excel VBA
- Power shell
- Kanban
- SIPOC
- RACI
- Pareto
- JIT
- A4
- FMEA
- ISO
- Lean six sigma
- Epicor ERP
- Waterfall
- Agile
- Hybrid PMI methods
- Communication
- Leadership
- Teamwork
- Analytical and problem-solving
- Management
- Planning
- Collaboration
- Negotiation
- Decision-making
- Budget and business analysis
- Reports
- SOW
- Customer relationships
- Team training
- Data integration
- Process development and improvement
Certification
- PMP Certified, PMI, 05/01/23
- Fcc wireless (rf) pre-compliance, Emc past pass, 01/01/21
- Complex mixed signal board design, Esteempcb academy, 01/01/20
- Advance pcb layout certification, Fedevel academy, 01/01/19
- Certified course for embedded system, Sofcon india pvt. Ltd., 01/01/13
Technical Skills
- Proficiency in Project Management Tools (MS Project, Jira, Trello, Monday.com)
- Knowledge of PMI Processes (Initiation, Planning, Execution, Monitoring, Closing)
- ERP Systems (e.g., SAP, Epicor)
- Data Analysis and Reporting (Excel, Power BI)
Soft Skills
- Leadership and Team Building
- Conflict Resolution and Problem-Solving
- Decision-Making Under Pressure
- Effective Communication and Presentation
- Time Management and Multitasking
Languages
English
Full Professional
Core Skills
- Project Planning and Scheduling (Gantt Charts, Agile, Waterfall)
- Budgeting and Cost Control
- Risk Assessment and Mitigation
- Scope and Change Management
- Resource Allocation and Team Management
- Stakeholder Communication and Reporting
- Contract Negotiation and Vendor Management
- Quality Assurance and ISO Compliance
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Program Manager
Avnan Electro Inc.
05.2021 - Current
Electronics Engineer
Avnan Electro Inc.
03.2018 - 05.2021
Electronics Technician /Technology Lead
Embedded Sense
01.2016 - 03.2018
Bachelors - Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering
Visvesvaraya Technological university
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