Ezgican GUZEL
Project And Application Engineer
Bursa,Osmangazi
Summary
Dynamic Project Engineer with a proven track record at Tirsan Kardan, excelling in quality assurance and engineering design. Experienced in managing project lifecycles and implementing engineering changes, enhancing process efficiency. Prepeared DFMEA and PFMEA for audits in VDA format. Efforts were focused on preparing and presenting the necessary requirements for the PPAP (Production Part Approval Process). Especially focused on implementing design and engineering changes in accordance with customer requirements and the project schedule.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education
6
6
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Project Engineer
Tirsan Kardan
10.2024 - Current
- Worked extensively on customer projects and quality management processes for major OEMs including FORD and MAN during a 2-year tenure. Participated in end-to-end project management, including engineering changes, within large-scale projects such as V710, V363, FPP, and TruE.
- Provided technical expertise throughout all phases of the project, ensuring accurate execution of designs and specifications.
- Maintained records for each project and engineering discipline.
- Monitored installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications.
- Completed construction tasks while providing safe working conditions, staying on budget and meeting project deadlines.
- Identified technical risks within managed projects.
- Gained experience in implementing engineering changes in the production area, improving and monitoring quality processes; conducted studies aimed at enhancing process efficiency.
- Managed the project lifecycle from RFQ to SOP, including timeline planning and implementation.
- Prepared MDS (International Material Data System) data to fulfill PPAP requirements within project and quality management processes.
- Within the scope of specific audits in the automotive industry, Process FMEA and Design FMEA studies were carried out in accordance with the ISO/TS 16949 standard. These studies were prepared in line with the VDA (Verband der Automobilindustrie) format.
Project Coordinator
Tubitak
Ankara
12.2024 - 11.2025
- The project titled 'Mechanical Investigation and Analysis of the Abrasive Properties of Ceramic Materials' was awarded funding under the TUBITAK 2209-B University-Industry Collaboration Program for a duration of one year. During this time, hands-on experience was gained in executing and managing all stages of the project in collaboration with a two-member team.
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all projects, facilitating efficient audits and future reference.
Longterm R&D Intern
Tirsan Kardan
Manisa
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
- Facilitated smoother communication channels by organizing regular team meetings.
- Gained knowledge and experience in all quality processes within the automotive industry, from product design to manufacturability, and up to the point before reaching the end user.
Methods Engineering Intern
A-Plas
Bursa
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Streamlined prototype development processes, enabling faster iteration cycles and feedback implementation.
- Contributed to lean manufacturing by optimizing production through layout improvement studies.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather system requirements, enhancing integration of user feedback in product development.
Voluntary Internship
BMC
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Gained the opportunity to experience products and product development/commissioning processes in the defense industry.
- Supported senior staff through the preparation of project presentations and summary reports.
- Technical inquiry forms were prepared and completed based on vehicle information to be shared with suppliers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Double Major, Mechanical Engineering
Celal Bayar University, Faculity of Engineering
Manisa 09.2019 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Metallurgical And Materials Engineering
Celal Bayar University, Faculity of Engineering
Manisa 09.2019 - 09.2024
Class Valedictorian -
BTSO Hüseyin Sungur Anadolu Lisesi
Bursa 09.2014 - 06.2018
Skills
Quality assurance
Engineering design
Specification review
Engineering Change
Preperation PPAP Documents (MDS, PSW,etc)
Product Safety
Catia V5
RFQ
DFMEA / PFMEA
APQP
SolidWorks
Certification
[Advenced Product Quality Planning APQP], [TSC Kariyer]
Timeline
[IATF 16949: 2016 Automotive Quality Management System], [TSC Kariyer]
01-2025
Project Coordinator
Tubitak
12.2024 - 11.2025
Project Engineer
Tirsan Kardan
10.2024 - Current
Longterm R&D Intern
Tirsan Kardan
01.2024 - 04.2024
[Advenced Product Quality Planning APQP], [TSC Kariyer]
01-2024
[Production Part Approval Process], [TSC Kariyer]
01-2024
[Lean Manufacturing], [TSC Kariyer]
01-2024
[Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis DFMEA], [TSC Kariyer]
01-2024
Methods Engineering Intern
A-Plas
06.2023 - 08.2023
Voluntary Internship
BMC
07.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Double Major, Mechanical Engineering
Celal Bayar University, Faculity of Engineering
09.2019 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Metallurgical And Materials Engineering
Celal Bayar University, Faculity of Engineering
09.2019 - 09.2024
[PTE Core Pearson], [Upper Intermediate]
06-2019
Class Valedictorian -
BTSO Hüseyin Sungur Anadolu Lisesi
09.2014 - 06.2018