Sabarinathan Sundaram
Development Engineer - Plastics/Certified Moldflow Analyst / FMEA Specialist & Lean Six Sigma WB
- Role
- Development Engineer - Plastics at Joyson Safety Systems
- Location
- Auburn Hills, MI, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Sabarinathan Sundaram
Accomplished Plastics and Core Engineering Professional with 17 years\' experience specializing in the design, analysis, and development of injection-molded and non-metallic components for the automotive sector. Recognized for deep expertise in injection tooling technologies, DFM optimization, process simulation (Moldflow), product launch, and cross-functional project leadership. Demonstrated success in supporting global teams and suppliers with innovative solutions, cost reduction, and continuous improvement throughout the entire product lifecycle.CORE COMPETENCIESInjection Tooling & Process Optimization: Expert in tool concept/design, Moldflow studies, process troubleshooting, optimization, and documentation—including in-mold decoration, foaming, overmolding, and advanced processesProduct Design for Manufacturing (DFM): End-to-end injection molded and A-surface part design; strong focus on manufacturability, quality, and cost efficiencySimulation & Validation: Autodesk Moldflow Insight (creation/analysis of flow studies), FEA (LSDYNA, Hyperworks), DOE, DFMEA, DVP & RSupplier Collaboration: Tool feasibility reviews, approvals, and on-site support for process optimization; experience in global project executionCommunication & Documentation: Strong verbal/written skills; methodical approach to technical documentation and stakeholder updatesAutomotive Expertise: Deep knowledge of plastic component and tooling development through product launch in automotive environments.
Experience
Development Engineer - Plastics
Sep 2018 — Present · Auburn Hills, MI, US
Education
Anna University Chennai
Bachelor's degree, Polymer/Plastics Engineering
Central Institute of Plastic Engineering & Technology (CIPET)
PGD-CAD for Plastic Engineering, CAD for Plastic Engineering
2007 — 2008
Anna University Chennai
B.Tech, POLYMER TECHNOLOGY
2002 — 2006
Skills
- Manufacturing
- Injection Molding
- Product Management
- Testing
- Machine Tools
- Fmea
- Plastic Experts
- Product Design
- Components
- Molding
- Plastics
- Polymers
- Automotive
- Moldflow
- Design for Manufacturing
- Quality Assurance
- Cad
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