1. RAZIA MAHMOOD
34648 Fontana Drive Phone: (586) 446-8591 (H)
Sterling Heights, MI 48312 E-mail: raziamf@writeme.com
OBJECTIVE: To apply my vast academic experience combined with my hands on knowledge to solve and
research new generation of foam technology for automotive seats, headrest and Armrest.
SUMMARY:
• Highly motivated and results-oriented professional, who is well organized, flexible and
determined to exceed performance standards.
• An analytical, inquisitive problem solver able to define needs, evaluate alternative solutions and initiate
action to produce desired results.
• Offer a broad science background, which includes a Masters in Polymer Chemistry, research, manufacturing
and management experience.
EXPERIENCE:
Material Engineer, RGBSI contract to Lear Corporation Southfield, MI 2011- present
Responsibilities included:
• Involved in R & D Projects for Advanced Material Engineering in automotive seat development environment
including; planning, organization, and completion of Engineering projects within the area of assigned
responsibility in Research and developments and interaction of comfort studies and external related supports
• Eco-Laminate Project: Involved in design, development, testing and validation of Eco-Laminate Material
from Tenowo for Trim Laminate, plus pad applications for Hyundai Seating Foams. Coordinated with
supplier on material composition to meet OEM/ Project target specifications. Also involved in 3rd
party
testing, data collection, compiling results and preparation of the reports for customer presentation
• USB Soy Foam Project: Design and Development of Environment friendly seating foam with Soy for North
American OEM’s. Coordinated in development work between Renosol plant and Troy Polymers Lab. Gave
directions to make sure that objectives and requirements identified in the time line of the project are met.
Participated in the Soy Foam trial from TDI base Soy formulation for seating application. Involved in 3rd
part
testing / validation per GM Specifications and approval for implementation of soy foam in GM auto seats.
• Hyundai 15% Soy Foam Project:
Development of MDI soy foam technology for headrest and armrest applications for Hyundai automotive
Involved in planning, organization and execution of the project
TrimMatch Project: Design and development of suitable paint for Trimmatch application to improve
aesthetic of the exposed areas of the seating foam, including testing and validation of the painted parts to
meet Ford material specifications
• Claf Material Evaluation:
Development and Evaluation of Claf material on B surface of GM K2XX Front Seat Cushion for Anti-Squeak
properties
• Ongoing Research: Currently working on new developments in the field of polyurethane industry and
providing recommendations to R & D managements for implementation
• Utilization of the knowledge of polyurethane foam formulation and manufacturing processes towards seat
design application
• Communication of research findings and company developments to internal/external customers and scientific
community
• Involved in data Analysis and interpretation for customer presentation
• Writing proposals, summaries and reports on various innovative R& D Projects on Urethane Seating Foams.
• Participation in Plant trials.
• Coordination with suppliers on material related issues, providing OEM material specs, materials,
formulations.
• Coordination with different Labs on testing of prototype seat foam cushions headrest and armrests
• Coordination with internal Lear plants to obtain material related information for supplier for R&D projects
• Attending scientific and technical meetings with suppliers and customers.
• Prepare monthly reports for review meetings with Seating Foam material team. Participation in group
meetings
• Initiated open issues in Lear Program Profile System and uploaded reports

2. • Visiting 3rd
party testing Labs to resolve testing related Issues
Laboratory Manager/Technical Director, U.S. Farathane Utica, MI 2001 - 2008
Responsibilities included:
• Supervision of Laboratory employees in their day-to-day activities, including wet Chemistry Analysis, testing
of Physical/Mechanical Properties of various Automotive materials, including, Thermoplastic (TPU, Nylon,
PPL, etc.) and Thermo-set materials (Polyurethane Foams) according to ASTM and SAE specification, and
distribution of the results.
• Training of Lab personnel in characterizing materials by Instron, FTIR, DSC, GPC, Melt flow Indexer and
various other instruments.
• Actively involved in providing Technical Support to Injection Molding and Microcellular operations in
trouble shooting and scrap reduction.
• Involved in suggesting and recommendation of materials per customer requirements and establishing
customer specification according to ASTM and SAE callout.
• Involved in evaluation and validation of incoming materials for production by wet Analytical chemistry
testing.
• Responsible for formulation and development of thermoplastic materials for high performance and various
automotive applications like grommets, bushings, suspension, chassis/body parts etc.
• Worked closely and effectively with Manufacturing, Engineering and Quality teams to ensure on time
delivery of the finished developed products.
• Worked closely and effectively with production to develop and implement manufacturing methods and
protocols as well as improvement of existing production processes.
• Working on various projects to obtain cost effective materials with improved properties.
• Supporting Quality in resolving material related issues with suppliers and customers. Participation in root
cause analysis and corrective action plan to ensure customer satisfaction and generating, reports.
• Participation in Kaizan and Lean manufacturing.
• Holding training classes for operators and Engineers in MCU.
EDUCATION:
Master of Science, Polymer Chemistry/Organic Chemistry, University of Detroit Mercy, MI, Dec. 1996.
Master of Science, Inorganic/ Analytical Chemistry, Aberdeen University, U.K. Dec. 1984
Research Fellow, Polymer Institute, University of Detroit Mercy, MI 1998 - 2001
Responsibilities included:
• Development of polyurethane foam system suitable for paintable steering wheel covers and involved in the
process control of reaction injection molding machine (sponsored by TRW Automotive Company).
• Worked on development of flexible flame retarded foam system suitable for seating and bedding application.
• Synthesis and characterization of polyurethane Elastomers. Physiochemical analysis and characterization of
polymers.
• Design and conduct experiments to meet research objectives.
• Effectively utilizing internal and external resources to achieve project objectives.
• Data analysis and group presentation.
Research Assistant, University of Detroit Mercy, MI 1993 - 1994
Responsibilities included:
• Synthesis of polymers and pre-polymers.
• Physiochemical analysis and characterization of polymers.
• Synthesis and characterization of non ionic surfactants.
• Used DSC, FTIR and wet Analytical Chemistry Analysis.
Assistant Research Scientist, Aberdeen University, Scotland UK 1982 - 1984
(Project funded by FOSECO Company, UK)
Responsibilities included:
• Development of Na2O-Si2O-CO2-H2O System to obtain insight of the processes taking place during drying
operation of the silicate bonded sand mold used in foundry.
• Design apparatus for the above mentioned quaternary system.
• Characterization of the solid phase.
• Used TGA, DTA, XRD, SEM, techniques to study properties of ceramic materials.

3. PROFESSIONAL SKILLS & STRENGTHS
• Degreed and Experienced Polymer Chemist/Technical Expert in the area of research, development, and
manufacturing of thermoplastic and thermo-set Polymer products.
• Experience and working knowledge with reaction injection molding and microcellular operations in
processing of plastic and foam parts respectively.
• Expertise in the area of Design, testing, Analysis & familiarity with auto industry standards ASTM & SAE
• Project Management Skills: knowledge of technical project scope, quality, compliance, specifications /
determine specific testing, need to follow up or investigations. Fully understand the limitations on availability
and quantity of raw materials provide technical assistance for customers as required, to ensure proper
satisfaction on the material related issues and chemistry behind the product defects.
• Computer Skills: Expert in Microsoft Windows and Office (word, Excel, Power point, Outlook) and Internet
Navigation.
• Technical Skills: Characterization of Polymers by DSC, DTA, TGA, DMA, GPC, FTIR, Carl Fisher Titrator,
Mechanical Testing: (including sample preparation) Tensile tester, Izod impact tester, Ball rebound tester
(Resiliency), Shore Instruments (Hardness), Melt flow Indexer, Tabar Abrader and Densimeter.
• Strong written, oral communication and inter personal skills, ability to multitask, and work effectively in
cross functional teams.
• Processing Techniques: Injection Molding, Compression Molding and Extrusion.
• Ensure proper safety and documentation is followed by all employees. Provide technical assistance to all
facilities of U.S. Farathane, in answering technical question as well as in material problem solving activity.
• Skilled in Gravimetric Analysis and wet Analytical Chemistry Lab testing.
• Application of Phase-diagram construction of different Quaternary systems.
REFERENCES: Available upon request.