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MELIH KARAKURT
Conformance And Project Engineer At JLR - Jaguar Land Rover / PG. Computing And IT Management / PG. Strategic Management / BSc. Mechanical Engineering
Royal Leamington Spa,Warwickshire
Summary
Forward-thinking and eager to thrive in developing new technologies with a background working productively in dynamic environments. Proud team player focused on achieving project objectives with speed and accuracy. Positive, hardworking, solution-oriented and committed individual who want to create and/or add value for now and the future. Have a high sense of responsibility and be open to positive and negative criticism. Have strong interpersonal skills and am eager to be challenged to grow and expand on the skillset gained through Engineering and Computing.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
17
17
Certifications
Work History
Conformance and Project Engineer
JLR - Jaguar Land Rover
Gaydon, Warwickshire
12.2022 - Current
- Worked in Electrification, Transmission and Driveline (ETaD) Test Operations EO10014 & Power Electronics (PE) Test Operations & Electrical Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) EO10015
- Worked as test engineer besides current role for 2 months
- Joined more than 40 trainings and received related certifications
- Collaborated with other departments to facilitate successful project completion.
- Led engineering teams to successfully complete projects on time
- Created detailed reports on engineering activities and findings.
- Collaborated on interdisciplinary projects, showcasing adaptability and versatility as Project Engineer.
- Mentored junior engineers, contributing to their professional development and enhancing team performance.
- Delivered regular compliance reports to drive process improvement and corrective measures.
- Improved communication among stakeholders through regular updates and meetings.
- Reviewed progress controls for project quality assurance.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration to achieve project goals.
- Monitored and evaluated engineering performance to recommend improvements.
- Provided technical expertise throughout all phases of project
- Maintained records for each project
- Monitored installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications.
- Analyzed and interpreted data to identify trends and recommend improvements.
Process Design Responsible & Product Ind. Leader
Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi
Bursa, Türkiye
11.2018 - 07.2020
- DPE (Directory of Production Engineering) - PEV (Production Engineering - Vehicle)
- Worked with internal customers to understand needs and provide excellent service.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Delivered prototypes and final products to customer locations within specific timeframes.
- Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents to ensure smooth operations.
- Put into use first hybrid vehicle's battery assembly workshop in Groupe Reanult's Bursa/Turkey plant for Clio5 - Hybrid (e-tech).
Barista
Starbucks
London, United Kingdom
02.2018 - 04.2018
- Maintained supply levels in counter and customer areas to meet typical demands.
- Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots and other equipment.
- Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
Quality Engineer
Bosch
Bursa, Türkiye
09.2016 - 07.2017
- BuP1 – DS/GS – QMM7 Quality Department & DS – QMM11 Quality Department
- Expanded risk management measures through spot-checking and increased randomization of inspections.
- Worked in Problem Solving studies (Six Sigma, YOKOTEN - Lessons Learned, Shainin)
- Built strong rapport with team members, management and clients to facilitate efficiency and productivity.
- Worked in Quality Management System (QMS) for checking standards in field are met.
- Worked in tracking processes of 8 Disciplines' (8D) projects
- Audited various types of processes in field and created their reports.
Production Planning Engineer
Bosch
Bursa, Türkiye
10.2015 - 08.2016
- BuP1 – GS – MSG – MFG 1.1 (HDEV 4.1) Manufacturing Department
- Worked with engineering, production and testing departments to implement corrective actions for missed milestones.
- Developed, released and monitored daily schedules to foster on-time completion of finished products.
- Worked in productivity projects such as reducing amount of scrap products and leakage of grinding oil from grinding machines
- Worked in project to reduce labour work and increase traceability.
- Had responsibility of preparing monthly PARETO, PDCA and OEE charts of production section.
- Worked and gained experience in installation of new production line.
- Carried out business of '5S', 'Learn to See' (Detection of contradictory situations, their representation and streamlining them.).
Project Management & Commercial (internship)
TI Automotive
Bursa, Türkiye
01.2015 - 02.2015
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets and reports.
- Delivered clerical support by handling range of routine and special requirements.
- Completed research, compiled data, updated spreadsheets and produced timely reports.
- Made 'Standard Kaizen Project' for productivity in production area.
- Worked in various types of areas such as Commercial, Engineering and Quality.
Education
Post-Graduate Certificate - Computing And IT Management
Cardiff University
Cardiff, United Kingdom 04.2001 -
Post-Graduate Certificate - Strategic Management
University of The West of Scotland
London, United Kingdom 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Bursa Uludag University
Bursa, Türkiye 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Technical University of Dortmund
Dortmund, Germany 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Civil And Environmental Engineering
University of Innsbruck
Innsbruck, Austria 04.2001 -
Skills
Strong Interpersonal and Communication
Self-Motivated
QMS (ISO9001) Auditing
Presentation Skills
Team Player
Proactivity
Accomplishments
- Completed a LLP (Lifelong Learning Project) in Madeira, Portugal.
- Made a 'Material Project' with a group.
- Made a 'Logistics Project' with a group.
- Made a presentation regarding 'Taguchi Method - Quality Control'.
- Wrote thesis in the areas of 'Taguchi Method - Quality Control' & 'Photovoltaic Panel Applied Four Propeller Helicopter' and 'The Potato Chips Production Line Design'
- Theatre Incentive Award - High School Theatre Competition (Leading Role)
- Comenius Project - 'Responsible Citizenship'
Affiliations
1. AIESEC
2. Greenpeace
3. ESN Innsbruck
4. Finance Group
5. ESN Dortmund
6. TEGV (Turkish Education Volunteers Foundation)
7. Aktiffelsefe (private philosophy group)
8. DailyArt Application's Translators' Club (voluntary translator from English to Turkish)
Additional Information
- Date of birth: 27.04.1992
- Military Status: Completed
- Total Years of Experience: 8
- License to drive: Yes (UK Driving License & Türkiye Driving License)
Software
MS Office (Outlook, Word, Teams, PowerPoint, Excel)
Tableau
Python, Java, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, SQL
Microsoft Visio
Atlassian - Confluence & Jira
Languages
Turkish
Native language
English
Advanced
C1
German
Upper intermediate
B2
Certification
Participation Certificates - 07. Industrial Engineering and Industry Summit & Two Unknown Equations: X-Y Generations & Artificial Intelligence
Interests
Walking in nature or in the city centre
Reading self-improvement books
Going to theatre and musicals
Watching feel-good and true story movies
Spending quality time with my family and friends
Solving puzzles such as sudoku
Listening audiobooks while walking
Timeline
Conformance and Project Engineer
JLR - Jaguar Land Rover
12.2022 - Current
Course Completion Certificate - Voiceover and Dubbing
02-2021
Course Completion Certificate - Applied Crypto Money And Blockchain Training Camp
12-2020
Course Completion Certificate - Speaking in front of Public – Diction
11-2019
Course Completion Certificate – Teamwork
07-2019
Course Completion Certificates - 7 Habits of Highly Effective People & Basic Electrical & Industrial Internship & Red Training (Live Working Training) & Orange Training (Advanced Electrical Training)
04-2019
Process Design Responsible & Product Ind. Leader
Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi
11.2018 - 07.2020
Course Completion Certificate - Microsoft Excel – Advanced
09-2018
Training Certificates - FMEA (Failure Mode & Effects Analysis) & Lean Production & IATF 16949-2016 (International Automotive Task Force) & SPC (Statistical Process Control)
08-2018
Barista
Starbucks
02.2018 - 04.2018
Quality Engineer
Bosch
09.2016 - 07.2017
Production Planning Engineer
Bosch
10.2015 - 08.2016
Project Management & Commercial (internship)
TI Automotive
01.2015 - 02.2015
Achievement Certificate - Quality Staff Training Program
12-2014
Participation Certificates - 10. Industrial Engineering and Industry Summit & Operational Excellence & 3. Eye Statistics
12-2014
High Success Certificate - Technical Drawing and 3D
08-2013
Success Certificates - ISO22000:2005 - Food Safety Management & ISO9001:2008 - Quality Management & ISO14001:2004 - Environmental Management System & ISO19011 - Internal Auditor Training & ISO18001 OHSAS - Occupational Health and Safety
04-2013
Participation Certificates - Applied Interview Techniques & Effective CV Preparation And Job Application Methods
04-2013
Participation Certificates - 08. Industrial Engineering and Industry Summit & Ergonomics & Motivation Training & Live Interview
12-2012
Success Certificates - ISO22000 - Food Safety Management & ISO9001:2008 - Quality Management & ISO14001- Environmental Management System & ISO19011 - Internal Auditor Training & ISO18001 OHSAS - Occupational Health and Safety
11-2012
Success Certificates - Effective Communication & Effective Interview & Diction & Body Language
10-2012
Honor Certificate - Uludag University (BSc. Mechanical Engineering)
02-2012
Participation Certificates - 07. Industrial Engineering and Industry Summit & Two Unknown Equations: X-Y Generations & Artificial Intelligence
12-2011
Post-Graduate Certificate - Computing And IT Management
Cardiff University
04.2001 -
Post-Graduate Certificate - Strategic Management
University of The West of Scotland
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Bursa Uludag University
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Technical University of Dortmund
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Civil And Environmental Engineering
University of Innsbruck
04.2001 -
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