VADIM BARU
product engineer
Calgary,Alberta
Summary
15 years of experience in product engineering and project management within military and civilian sectors. Expertise in leading product improvements and managing projects under time and budget constraints. Strong background in multidisciplinary teamwork with a proven track record in customer support and cross-functional collaboration. Proficient in leveraging big data analytics for informed decision-making and continuous product enhancement. Dedicated to driving product reliability, cost efficiency, and overall performance through innovative engineering solutions and strategic project management. Proficient in MS Office, MATLAB, JMP, Monday and SQL.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Product Developer Engineer (R&D)
HP Indigo Division
Ness Ziona , Israel
2024.01 - 2024.06
- Led and implemented continuous product improvements for HP consumables and digital presses with focus on cost reduction, reliability and customer satisfaction with the aid of big data analytical tools.
- Collaborated with multiple sub organizations within HP including operations, sourcing, marketing , worldwide support team, R&D and other stakeholders.
- Focal point for customer escalations , providing effective resolutions.
- Summarized and organized obtained knowledge for future engineers
Product Manager (World Wide Technical Support)
HP Indigo Division
Ness Ziona , Israel
2023.11 - 2024.01
- Press reliability analysis in order to improve availability, utilization, MTBSP , MTTR and Press downtime.
- Managed service quality and performance for Digital Press Series 5 from worldwide regions.
- Continuous improvement of press operations.
Product Engineer (Operations)
HP Indigo Division
Ness Ziona , Israel
2018.08 - 2023.11
- Product lifecycle management, ensuring optimal performance and customer satisfaction.
- Cost optimization and performance improvements through collaborative efforts with R&D, sourcing, finance, Regulation, legal and marketing.
- Performed analysis using big data tools to drive informed decision-making with emphasis on product lifespan.
- Customer-focused approach, providing extensive customer support during field escalations.
- Participated in management review boards, quality of change, Obeya and weekly product status forums
- Qualification of End of Life and Assurance of supply changes and restrictions on current product.
- Defined business contingency plans for vendors and production
- Owned and maintained Build of Material (BOM) for current products
Project Manager (operations)
HP Indigo Division
Kiryat Gat , Israel
2015.12 - 2018.08
- Optimized European suppliers (Germany and Italy) manufacturing processes of Indigo digital press thermal imaging transfer blanket within restricted budgets and timelines. Estimated yearly cost saving of $600K.project included proof of concept, yield validation and offline and press tests to verify effect of new process on final product
project milestones approved by Change Control Board (CCB) lead by HP Indigo CTO
Fully documented each stage of the project for future reference and use
- Stabilized production yield of final product using 5 Whys, fishbone diagrams , and failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA).
- Participated in production equipment upgrade including preparation of Scope of Work (SOW) , Customer acceptance test (CATP) and implementation follow up and validation tests.
Dynamic System Officer
Israeli Air Force (IAF)
2012.10 - 2015.05
- Developed and integrated Health Utilization Monitoring Systems (HUMS) for AS-565MA and other aircraft platforms.
- Performed diagnostics and system integration for Boeing AH-64A/D, UH-60A/L and CH-53 platforms, ensuring effective engineering design and implementation.
- Performed vibration analysis for new installations aboard F-16.
- Conducted TDI and ACI for dynamic components, contributing to product lifecycle management.
- Defining Rotor tracking and balance procedures for various rotor winged aircrafts
Structure Officer
Israeli Air Force (IAF)
2008.08 - 2012.10
- Reviewed and implemented Boeing Service Bulletins and FAA Airworthiness directives for Boeing 707 fleet.
- Regulated requires structural inspections as part of PDM and modifications of the 707 fleet. Focus on corrosion and fatigue preventive inspections and repairs including composite materials.
- Acted as structure lead engineering authority for Aircraft on ground and crash investigation for Boeing 707 and Texan 6-A aircraft.
- Liaison officer with Boeing Defense as part of the Boeing 707 fatigue plan, ensuring robust cross-functional collaboration.
Education
Master of Engineering (M.E) in Aerospace Engineering -
TECHNION- ISRAEL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
HAIFA, ISRAEL01.2014
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) in Aerospace Engineering -
TECHNION- ISRAEL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
HAIFA, ISRAEL01.2008
Skills
- Project Management
- Teamwork
- Time Management
- Leadership
- Effective Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Strategic Planning
- Data Analysis
- Process Engineering
- Product Development
- Attention to Detail
- Process Improvement
- Manufacturing process understanding
- Product Lifecycle Management
Certification
- WES certified credentials Augst 2023
Volunteering
- Written Holocaust survivor's biography during Covid 2021
- Elementary school teacher for underprivileged children 2009-2011
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Product Developer Engineer (R&D)
HP Indigo Division
2024.01 - 2024.06
Product Manager (World Wide Technical Support)
HP Indigo Division
2023.11 - 2024.01
Product Engineer (Operations)
HP Indigo Division
2018.08 - 2023.11
Project Manager (operations)
HP Indigo Division
2015.12 - 2018.08
Dynamic System Officer
Israeli Air Force (IAF)
2012.10 - 2015.05
Structure Officer
Israeli Air Force (IAF)
2008.08 - 2012.10
Master of Engineering (M.E) in Aerospace Engineering -
TECHNION- ISRAEL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) in Aerospace Engineering -
TECHNION- ISRAEL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
- WES certified credentials Augst 2023
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