VENGATESH ANNADORAI
Kitchener,Ontario
Summary
Results-oriented Mechanical and Automation Engineer with 4+ years of experience in manufacturing, preventive maintenance, and automation system integration. Skilled in process optimization, APQP/PPAP coordination, cost reduction, and troubleshooting automation issues. Adept at collaborating with project engineers and production teams to eliminate non-value-added processes, improve OEE, and ensure compliance with CSA, OSHA, and Electrical Safety Codes. Committed to maintaining equipment reliability, employee safety, and lean operational excellence.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Jr. Automation Technician (Maintenance) Co-op
Custom Rapid Solutions Inc
Toronto, Canada
04.2024 - 07.2024
- To support and work with Electricians and Robotics Technicians on daily activities.
- Assisting Senior Technician in maintaining and troubleshooting the ABB Robotics.
- Partnered with manufacturing engineers and robotics technicians to identify and remove non-value-added material from production lines.
- Assisted senior technicians in troubleshooting process automation issues, PLC-controlled systems, and ABB robotics.
- Participated in APQP and PPAP activities, supporting validation and continuous improvement for new and existing production programs.
- Ensured compliance of rebuilt and modified automation equipment with CSA and OSHA standards.
- Planned and executed maintenance tasks efficiently to minimize downtime and uphold employee safety standards.
- Maintained maintenance logs, inspection reports, and corrective action documentation to support engineering and quality functions.
Production & Maintenance Engineer
TIDC India Private Limited
Chennai, India
06.2019 - 12.2023
- Led preventive and predictive maintenance programs for automated manufacturing lines.
- Collaborated with project engineers during APQP/PPAP stages to ensure smooth production launches and quality compliance.
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical, electrical, and automation systems to minimize downtime.
- Implemented root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective actions, reducing recurring failures by 20%.
- Monitored and improved Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) across production.
- Supported installation and commissioning of new equipment and automation systems.
- Applied Lean, Kaizen, and Six Sigma tools to enhance productivity and quality.
- Ensured compliance with OSHA and ISO 9001 standards for safety and environmental requirements.
- Trained operators and technicians on equipment use and maintenance best practices.
Education
Postgraduate Certificate - Robotics and Industrial Automation
Conestoga College
Ontario, Canada10-2025
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Anna University
Chennai, India11-2019
Skills
- Siemens and Allen Bradley PLCs
- FactoryTalk HMI and Servo control
- VFD control and motion control
- 3D modeling and SolidWorks
- Sheet metal design
- Wiring diagrams and sensors
- Actuators and end-effectors
- Data acquisition systems
- Hydraulic and pneumatic circuit design
- Troubleshooting and risk assessments
- PLC-robot interfacing
- Vision systems integration
- Safety circuit design
- Lean manufacturing principles
- Kaizen methodologies
- Six Sigma practices
Certification
- IOSH - Institution of Occupational Safety and Health, 2023
- NDT Level II - ASNT (UT, RT, MPT, LPT)
- Fire and Safety Certificate - Whitecross Institution, 2022
Timeline
Jr. Automation Technician (Maintenance) Co-op
Custom Rapid Solutions Inc
04.2024 - 07.2024
Production & Maintenance Engineer
TIDC India Private Limited
06.2019 - 12.2023
Postgraduate Certificate - Robotics and Industrial Automation
Conestoga College
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Anna University