Prabin Thapa

Experience

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  California ISO

  Nov 2012 - Jun 2016

  Application Engineer

  - Successfully performed Manual & Automated Testing in the area of functionality, usability, security, performance, integration, compatibility and error handling to identify Client/Server and Web applications defects in tight deadlines mandated by FERC regulations.- Was accountable for developing Test Strategies, Test Planning and Test Summary reporting for several applications.- Worked closely with the Business Unit and Requirement Modelers to analyze and assist developing business & functional requirements.- Responsible for automated test creation and execution using HP Quick Test Pro tool.- Only responsible person in QA team for Creating, Assigning, Revoking and Provisioning digital test certificates working closely with Information Security team.- Full time testing and market simulation support team member for various market facing applications.- Gained extensive knowledge on California ISO's Electric Utility Operations and Energy Imbalance Market (EIM) while working on different market applications throughout the organization. Example: SLIC/OMS, RIMS, CIRA, RAAM, OMAR, OMS, CACG etc Show less

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  US Navy

  Jun 2016 - May 2018

  Aviation Machinist Mate

  - Maintain aircraft engines and fuel systems to include troubleshooting, replacements of parts and operation of systems. -Employed wide variety of hand and power tools including hoists, drills, precision measuring instruments and electronics testing devices. -Performed modifications to aircraft structures and system per engineering drawings. -Performs operational maintenance and troubleshooting on hydraulic, fuel, pneumatic, avionics cooling, flight control and liquid oxygen systems. -Performs fist degree intermediate level maintenance on the T-700 Turbo shaft Engine Show less

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  Coty

  Jun 2018 - Sept 2019

  Process Engineer

  -Conduct Root Cause Analysis to identify, prioritize and eliminate process losses.-Apply process improvement tools including statistical process control, process mapping, control charts, design of experiments, Lean methodology and process capability studies.-Analyze critical line data to make recommendations for improvement from trends.-Develop standards and train line technicians for continuous improvement at the line.-Develop and document processes (Process Flow Diagrams).-Interact with New Product Development, Packaging Concept Development, Technical Packaging - Development, Engineering, and Manufacturing to ensure effective implementation of new products.-Own change management and validation processes for a designated process. Update process control strategies and operating procedures as changes occur.-Support Quality department in establishing, implementing, and maintaining Quality Management System.-Work with Supplier Quality Engineer’s and create link between operational requirements and material supplier capabilities.-Drive cost savings through improved productivity, material utilization improvements and by optimizing labor.Develop innovative process equipment solutions to deliver superior consumer driven product designs.Use Reliability Engineering tools to drive machine setting determinations and loss elimination Show less

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  Sargent Aerospace & Defense

  Sept 2019 - Apr 2022

  Senior Manufacturing Engineer

  -Support production with all required technical needs. Determine materials required to manufacture, assemble and test precision products, determine labor hours to complete each operation of work order and determine inspection points.-Optimize and document all aspects of manufacturing processes by identifying improvement opportunities and applying simpler, faster, cost effective and reliable methods.-Evaluate new and existing processes to ensure quality and safety of the job-Create and maintain detailed manufacturing and process instructions for complex parts assemblies as well as modifications to existing products.-Champion the use of Process Controls to measure capability, reduce variability, and overall improve the quality of the product.-Drive and support Lean Manufacturing techniques in the shop including process mapping, cellular manufacturing, set-up time reduction, and overall waste reduction.-Effectively use all process improvement strategies and techniques including Lean and Six Sigma to minimize waste and maximize economies Show less

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  Northrop Grumman

  Feb 2022 - now

  Principal Engineer