Melih ÇAYLAK

Experienced Program Manager and Researcher with over 9 years of expertise in engineering, project management, and R&D. Adept at leading cross-functional teams, driving innovation, and delivering impactful results. Extensive background in academic research, with publications in international journals and participation in high-profile EU-funded projects. Proficient in material characterization, finite element modeling, and project methodologies.

Title: Program Manager & Researcher

Experienced Program Manager and Researcher with over 9 years of expertise in engineering, project management, and R&D. Adept at leading cross-functional teams, driving innovation, and delivering impactful results. Extensive background in academic research, with publications in international journals and participation in high-profile EU-funded projects. Proficient in material characterization, finite element modeling, and project methodologies., ASAŞ Alüminyum A.Ş, Railway System Program Manager, 01/01/24, Present, Act as a liaison between customers and internal teams, ensuring alignment with client requirements., Lead cross-departmental teams, including sales, manufacturing, R&D, and project teams, to achieve project milestones., Utilize PMI-certified project management methodologies to plan, execute, and deliver projects on time and within scope., Prepare and present project updates to senior leadership, including directors and board members., ASAŞ Alüminyum A.Ş, R&D Engineer, 02/01/22, 12/31/23, Conducted research on alloy development, product design, and computer-aided simulations., Played a key role in EU-funded projects such as MARBEL, SALIENT, and SALEMA., Performed material characterization and mechanical testing to establish correlations with finite element models., Contributed to the TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) implementation projects., TurkRED Redüktör San. ve Tic. Ltd. Şti., R&D Engineer, Technical Manager, Project Manager, 10/01/15, 11/30/21, Managed projects for prominent defense industry clients, including Baykar Defense, Aselsan, and Roketsan., Designed and developed specialized gear systems, including globoid (double helical) gear sets., Led a TEYDEB project focusing on the production of 5-axis industrial robot arms., Authored and implemented manufacturing standards based on global benchmarks such as ANSI/AGMA., Anka Kafes Ekipmanları Ltd. Şti., Long-Term Internship, 06/01/13, 09/30/15, Supported production processes, including plastic shaping methods and assembly operations., Sakarya University, Institute of Science and Technology, PhD in Machine Design & Manufacturing, 01/01/23, Ongoing, Plasticity and finite element modeling; performance evaluation of material models using Marc Mentat and Abaqus software., Sakarya University, Institute of Science and Technology, Master’s Degree in Machine Design & Manufacturing, 01/01/18, 12/31/22, Examination of the performance of a non-linear hardening model under cyclic and proportional loading., Sakarya University, Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, 01/01/11, 12/31/18, Finite Element Analysis, Alloy Development, Material Characterization, Computer-Aided Design (CAD), Ansys, Marc Mentat, Abaqus CAE, Matlab, SolidWorks, CATIA V5, AutoCAD, MS Office, PMI - Methodologies and Applications in Project Management, English (Upper Intermediate - Reading, Speaking, Writing), MARBEL: Modular and reusable electric vehicle battery systems., SALIENT: Safer, lighter, circular, and smarter vehicle structure designs., SALEMA: Substitution of critical raw materials in aluminum alloys., Design and analysis of globoid gear sets and reducers., Development of 5-axis industrial robot arms., Fatigue deformation analysis using finite element methods., Ballistic performance evaluation of lightweight composite armors., Design and manufacturing of vertical composite wind turbines., Comparison of Experimental Test and Finite Element Simulations of Car Crash Boxes, TMS 2023, 10.1007/978-3-031-22532-1_75, Evaluating Combined Hardening Models for Cyclic Loadings, European Mechanical Science, 10.26701/ems.1051057, Investigating Aluminum Sheet Earing Behavior Under Various Conditions, IMMC2022, Prof. Dr. Mehmet FIRAT, Sakarya University, Computational Mechanics and Manufacturing, firat@sakarya.edu.tr, +90 264 295 5850, Assist. Prof. Dr. Osman Hamdi METE, Sakarya University, Mechanical Engineering Department, ohmete@sakarya.edu.tr, +90 264 295 5871, Available upon request.

[Recipient's Name], I am writing to express my enthusiasm for exploring opportunities within your esteemed organization. With a proven track record as a Program Manager in the railway systems sector and a robust academic foundation supported by ongoing doctoral studies, I bring a unique blend of technical expertise, strategic leadership, and research-driven innovation. In my role as Railway System Program Manager at ASAŞ Aluminium, I have successfully bridged customer demands with cross-functional teams, leveraging my certification in 'Methodologies and Applications in Project Management' from PMI. This position allowed me to lead diverse projects in collaboration with sales, manufacturing, R&D, and project management teams, ensuring timely and quality-driven outcomes. Additionally, my academic journey, marked by publications in prestigious journals and contributions to EU-funded projects, reflects my commitment to advancing industry practices through research and innovation. I am particularly drawn to roles where I can continue to integrate my expertise in engineering, project management, and research, fostering value-driven solutions. I am confident that my skills and experiences align with your organization's goals, and I would welcome the opportunity to contribute to your ongoing success. Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to the possibility of discussing how I can support your team in achieving its objectives., Melih Çaylak