Suriya Elango

Factory Engineer | Digital Manufacturing | PLM Key-User-Teamcenter-NX | Process Optimization | Siemens NX Expert | Project Manager

Hengelo, Overijssel, Netherlands

About

Former CAD/CAM/PLM Engineer and currently working as a Manufacturing/Factory Engineer driving digital transformation and manufacturing excellence in high-tech industries. With 4+ years' experience at the forefront of precision manufacturing, I specialize in ultra-precision CNC programming (Siemens NX), Teamcenter PLM management, shopfloor digitization, and process optimization. Working here includes product development, prototyping, and serial production of products that are characterized by high complexity and production with an International group of people working from various departments that include factory, quality, and logistics. I'm passionate about continuous improvement, cross-functional collaboration, and leveraging advanced manufacturing systems for smarter, more efficient production. Let's connect if you’re interested in digital manufacturing, PLM leadership, or optimizing complex production environments

Experience

  • VDL ETG Almelo (Almelo, Overijssel, Netherlands · On-site)
    • Factory Engineer-PLM Engineer
      Feb 2026 - Present · 6 mos

    • CAD-CAM-PLM Engineer
      Apr 2022 - Feb 2026 · 3 yrs 11 mos

      • Key-User for Siemens Teamcenter PLM and Siemens NX Application • Creating and structuring the NC program for Hi-tech products and solutions using Seimens NX. Experiencing the Heidenhain control on a day-to-day basis. • Simulation of the manufacturing process in CGTech Vericut and setting up the cutting tools for production on the shopfloor from TDM Tool Management. • Technical support for production concerning machines, cutting tools, and work plans on the Shop Floor. • Optimizing the NC programs, and documenting the developments and changes. • Continuously manufacturing the new design changes and upgrades that improve the production process and technique. • Implementing a new mill-turn combination machine(FanuC) by leading the project.

  • Master Thesis Project at University of Twente
    Dec 2020 - Mar 2022 · 1 yr 4 mos

    • Worked on developing design framework for Meaningful interaction for smart products. Developing a framework to put together the best practices, methods, and modalities. • And that help in turn to bridge the gap between user expectation and smart products deliverable focusing mainly from a mechanical product design perspective.

  • Product and Process Development at IM Efficiency
    Feb 2021 - Aug 2021 · 7 mos

    • Worked remotely on the development of the SolarOnTop product. • Focused on designing the components and supporting details of the SolarOnTop. • Worked on developing a manufacturing process design.

  • Product and Process Development Intern at IM Efficiency
    Aug 2020 - Nov 2020 · 4 mos

    • Worked on designing and developing the manufacturing and installation process of the novel product - "SolarOnTop". • Design and development of supporting components for the installation and deployment of electronic units for IM Efficiency.

  • Internship Project at NLC India Limited
    May 2018 - Jun 2018 · 2 mos

    • Worked in Re-conditioning of Special Mining Equipment’s. • To collate, analyze and evaluate the gear box of excavators. • To repair the machine and carry out maintenance of it.