Sandeep Yadav Chakka

Hello, I'm Sandeep

I'm a manufacturing engineer with more than 5 years of experience in medical device manufacturing. I specialize in molding, filling, and packing processes, working with both mechanical and electro-mechanical device classes. Throughout my career, I've developed a deep passion for finding cost-effective solutions and solving complex manufacturing challenges. My commitment to upholding the highest quality standards drives everything I do—ensuring that the products we develop not only meet but exceed regulatory requirements and customer expectations. I believe that excellence in manufacturing is the foundation of patient safety and product success.

Experience

Sr Validation Engineer

Vitara Biomedical Inc, Philadelphia, PA

Aug 2025 – Present

Equipment Validation: Design and execute comprehensive IQ/OQ/PQ protocols for manufacturing and laboratory systems ensuring FDA compliance and regulatory standards
FDA IDE Support: Manage system-level verification activities and requirements traceability for clinical trial submissions within ALM environment
Risk Management: Conduct PFMEA assessments to identify critical process parameters and quality attributes for validation planning
Testing & Protocols: Develop and execute system and component-level verification test methods aligned with ISO 13485 design control requirements
Audit Readiness: Review and maintain validation packages for completeness, traceability, and compliance prior to regulatory submissions

Sr Manufacturing Engineer

Argon Medical Devices, Wheeling, IL

Jan 2023 – Jul 2025

Validation Leadership: Led complete lifecycle equipment validation projects for new injection molding systems and auxiliary equipment with planning, execution, and comprehensive reporting
Vision System Implementation: Designed and deployed Keyence vision inspection systems for in-process dimensional and defect detection, improving quality metrics and reducing manual inspection
Process Validation: Developed and executed IQ/OQ/PQ protocols for injection molding equipment used in Class II and III medical device manufacturing
Statistical Analysis: Conducted Cpk, Ppk capability studies and DOE validation protocols to establish robust process parameters and control limits
Supplier Management: Led supplier qualification and mold validation initiatives ensuring conformance with internal quality standards and regulatory requirements

Manufacturing Engineer

Phillips-Medisize, Hudson, WI

Dec 2020 – Dec 2022

Production Line Validation: Executed IQ/OQ/PQ validation for 4 production lines including 2 new product introductions with filling and packaging equipment
Process Optimization: Conducted DOE studies to resolve defects and reduce scrap rates through design adjustments and vision system integration
Quality Systems: Monitored, maintained, and controlled QMS under ISO 13485 standards with comprehensive documentation and audit support
Design Support: Supported design verification/validation activities, internal audits, and DHF maintenance across multiple product lines
CAPA Management: Investigated non-conformances, led CAPA effectiveness assessments, and implemented corrective actions across operations and supply chain

Education

Master of Science, Mechanical Engineering

University of Texas at Dallas

Specialization: Materials, Manufacturing, and Machine Design. Research focused on material science, computational modeling, FEA, and dynamic systems analysis.

Bachelor of Technology, Mechanical Engineering

Amrita University, India

Focus: Robotics and Smart Materials. Projects in design, fabrication, control systems integration, and soft actuator development.

Skills

Validation & Quality Systems

IQ/OQ/PQ, FAT/SAT, PFMEA, CAPA, NCR/NCMR, SOPs, ISO 13485, ISO 14971, 21 CFR Part 820, Risk Management

Data & Statistical Analysis

DOE, Gage R&R, Cpk/Ppk, SPC, FTA, TMV, Control Plans, MiniTab, Statistical Modeling

Tools & Software

SolidWorks, VBA, R, MiniTab, Micro-Vu, CMM, Microsoft Visio, Microsoft Automate, SQL

Manufacturing & Engineering

Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma (DMAIC), Root Cause Analysis, FEA, Supplier Audits, Product Development, Vision Systems

Hello, I'm Sandeep

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Education

Master of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor of Technology, Mechanical Engineering

Skills

Validation & Quality Systems

Data & Statistical Analysis

Tools & Software

Manufacturing & Engineering

Certifications

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt

Certified SolidWorks Professional

CSWA – Additive Manufacturing

Certified SolidWorks Associate

CSWA – Electrical Design

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Sandeep Yadav Chakka

Hello, I'm Sandeep

Experience

Featured Projects

Education

Master of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor of Technology, Mechanical Engineering

Skills

Validation & Quality Systems

Data & Statistical Analysis

Tools & Software

Manufacturing & Engineering

Certifications

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt

Certified SolidWorks Professional

CSWA – Additive Manufacturing

Certified SolidWorks Associate

CSWA – Electrical Design

Contact

Get In Touch

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