Irfan Maqsood

Experience

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  Nishat Mills Ltd.

  Aug 2000 - Jul 2002

  Electronics Lab Supervisor

  • Interacting with Production, Electrical and Mechanical team for a smooth operation of all machines.• In-house repairing and maintenance of USTER units, PLCs and other Electronics equipmentSectors: I have managed projects in the following fields:Textile Industry Instrumentation

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  Whizz Systems Offshore Group / Global Engineering Services

  Sept 2004 - Nov 2011

  Design Engineer / Project Manager

  I was working as a Project Manager / Design Engineer with responsibilities that included completing the board design of PCB projects from scratch to the final Gerber data release, taking into account the state of art designing tools for rigid / flex boards using advanced CAD tools. • Expertise in management of a complete layout design from scratch to DFM clearance.• Expertise in tackling DFM, DFA, DFT and cross talk issues. • Expertise in HDMI, XFP, Back Plane, CPLD, Compact Flash, DDR, DDR2, DDR3, Clam shell packaging placement. • Design of complex rigid, flex, and rigid/flex circuit boards.• Work with design development team, process and test engineers to design PCB’s in order to meet customer specifications and requirements.• 100% manual placement of components and routing of the traces.• Create artworks and documentation for PCB fabrication and assembly drawings (interconnection diagram, parts list, wire lists, Gerber, NC drills, Stencils, etc.).• Design the PCB package to achieve the space and mounting requirements.Sectors: I have laid out PCBs for the following fields:• Computing, Mobile communications, Telecom, Fire detection & security, Industrial, Medical and Consumer Electronics.• High Speed Signal Considerations:• I’m used to, taking care of up to 10GHz+ high-speed signals. Which needs special consideration, controlled length signals like clocks, address and command signals, large clearances, and special signals or traces having a ground shield? Show less

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  Powersoft19

  Dec 2011 - now

  Spearheaded the planning, management, and resourcing of a diverse portfolio of products, resulting in growth in revenue.Evaluated and integrated cutting-edge technology into existing products, enhancing product capabilities and customer satisfaction.Fostered strong relationships with suppliers, manufacturers, and distributors to maintain product quality throughout the production process.Built, coached, and led a high-performing product management team, contributing to an increase in employee retention.Utilized deep knowledge of business constraints and customer insights to optimize product offerings and drive continuous improvement.Analyzed customer engagement data to inform product strategy, resulting in an increase in customer satisfaction ratings. Show less • Designed electrical (ECAD) and mechanical (MCAD) integrated intelligent products supported by detailed and well thoughts design and engineering workflows to enable true interoperability.• Management of project and program engagement from planning, external vendor relationships, communications, resources, budget, change, risks, and issues• Coach, mentor, motivate, and supervise project and program team• Appropriated and effective executive-level communication• Disputed management, negotiation, arbitration, or litigation• Interdependencies between technology, operations, and business needs Show less • Business development and client management. • High-end Hardware design and development platform• Development of product-development plans and manufacturing operations• Team management, project planning and resource allocation• Management of quality assurance activities at all stages of product development life-cycle• Supply chain and vendors management, negotiation • Alternative energies and safety critical projects• Design assurance comprising signal, power and thermal design integrity• SIL2 Hardware development, 4-20mA loop, HART Communication, FintProfi Bus Communication, 4-20mA Loop (Sink, Source, Isolated), 3-Wires, 2-Wires• Create documentation for PCB fabrication and assemblySectors: I have managed projects in following fields:Industrial Instrumentation, Alternative Energies, Rail-Road Electronics, Power Electronics, Hazardous Gas Simulators / Sensors, Oil and Gas, Wearable Electronics, Supply Chain Management, Risk Management, Business Development. Show less

  • Director Of Products

    Jan 2022 - now

  • Sr. Project Manager

    Oct 2018 - Dec 2021

  • Project Manager

    Dec 2011 - Oct 2018
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  Venturetronics

  Oct 2020 - now

  Streamlined operational processes, improving project delivery efficiency while reducing cost.Oversaw the hiring, training, and development of a diverse team of engineering professionals, resulting in an increase in employee retention.Fostered strategic partnerships and alliances with key industry stakeholders.Introduced data-driven decision-making tools that enhanced project management efficiency and reduced operational bottlenecks.Collaborated with the executive team to identify new markets and expand the company's service offerings, driving an increase in client base. Show less

  • Chief Operating Officer

    Oct 2020 - now

  • Chief Operating Officer

    Oct 2020 - now