Creo
Amaresh Sridharan
Manufacturing Engineering Specialist
Chennai
Summary
Comprehensive Experience (Manufacturing Engineering) 20+ Yrs. Automobile Component Manufacturing and Tool Design Experience 05 + Yrs Manufacturing Engineering Services (End to End) 05 + Yrs Tool Engineering Solutions (End to End) 06 + Yrs. Lean Manufacturing and Process Engineering / Optimization 02 + Yrs. (Present)
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Specialist – Blade Footprint & Portfolio
Vestas Wind Technology India Pvt Ltd
11.2024 - Current
- Responsible for Process optimization and Takt Time Reduction / Transformation Projects
- In the V236 Blade Speed Build Project, you studied the "As-Is" process and conducted workshops to identify gaps across Webs, Prefab and Shell Assembly. This aligns with VA/NVA/NNVA analysis to streamline operations.
- In the Webs workstream, you analyzed CT/DT data and created a waterfall chart to visualize cycle time improvements.
- Led takt time projects to synchronize production rate with demand, reducing idle time and improving delivery performance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement process improvements on Doubler Curing process
- Collaborate with the team to provide Technical solution to improve process and takt time
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals on time and within budget.
- Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work.
- Boosted company's online presence by developing comprehensive digital marketing strategy.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust marketing strategies accordingly.
- Assisted in developing strategic plan that aligned with long-term company goals.
- Restructured customer service process, ensuring quicker response times.
- Implemented customer feedback system to inform product development.
- Designed employee recognition program that improved morale and reduced turnover.
- Facilitated workshops for professional development of junior staff members.
Specialist – One Tool / Operation Support
Vestas Wind Technology India Pvt Ltd
03.2023 - 11.2024
- Responsible for One Tool (Construction / Transport Tools) & Operation & Support (Blades manufacturing)
- Delivered structured improvements in the V236 Blade Speed Build Project, including takt time mapping for 10 web components and cycle time reduction plans.
- Contributed to over €200K in cost savings through local procurement and production optimization
- Led five major workstreams (Webs, Flatback, Prefab, Blade Assembly, Carbon) to optimize takt time across blade manufacturing.
- Achieved takt time reduction from 79 hrs to 44 hrs in Prefab and from 65 hrs to 40 hrs in Webs through process redesign and parallel layup implementation.
- Conducted multiple workshops and data-driven reviews to identify bottlenecks and implement corrective actions.
Lead Engineer – Tooling Engineering
Vestas Wind Technology India Pvt Ltd, (EBSC – Tooling)
09.2016 - 03.2023
- Responsible for Carbon / Cutting Kitting & Stitching Tooling / Material handing Tools
- Driving force in design & deployment of Tooling relate to Carbon / Cutting / Kitting / Preforms within Vestas Factories for NPI / Tech Transfers.
- Identified & Deployed strategic suppliers for Cutting Tables / Stitching machines. The intent of the deployment is to have common tables across the factories.
- Instrumental in forming a Cutting & Kitting vertical with in Process Equipment team. (Earlier the vertical was scattered with various teams)
- Added Stitching Portfolio with in Cutting & Kitting. Developed and Deployed new stitching table in blade factory at a cost saving of 100 k Euros.
- Hands of Experience on other Preprocess areas like Carbon Pultrusion and Resin Process Equipment’s.
- Extensive Global experience & travel across Vestas Factories in finalizing Strategic decisions & Project delivery.
- Led regional engagement for Carbon 5 Sigma rollout and continuous production support.
- Delivered 140+ tools for the IoW TT project
- Identified and realized €928K in cost savings through modularization and reuse of 36 tools.
Manufacturing Engineer 2 - GMS
Caterpillar India Private Limited
02.2013 - 09.2016
- Driving force in design & deployment of projects within Global Manufacturing Solutions and integrated multiple functional services.
- Supported NCI for Machine Movement from Cat Australia Facility to Cat Thailand Facility and Took a Lead role in Training the new Thailand Team in Cat Standards. Instrument in handling the Project worth 2.7 Million USD (Stationed at Thailand for 18 months for the project)
- Instrumental in Service Offering right from design & deployment until mature service delivery model. Ex. Manufacturing Planning (Machining & Fabrication), Tool Design CoE (Tool selection, Tool Design, Tool Validation, Tool Manufacturing, Prove – out & export), Process Integration & validation (PIV), Assembly process planning.
- 6 Sigma Green belt certified and participated in GB level projects.
- Support for the NPI build Fabrication and Assembly activities of UGM machines such as Loaders and Dump Truck, etc. in terms of Process sequencing, Process validation, Virtual build, Assembly tooling validation, Tooling Selection, Tool Manufacturing Support and Prove out at shop floor, etc.
- Developed technical documentation, including standard operating procedures, work instructions, and engineering drawings to support manufacturing operations.
- Trained and mentored junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the team.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions for complex engineering challenges.
Manufacturing Engineer 1 - GMS
Caterpillar India Private Limited
12.2010 - 01.2013
- Providing Manufacturing Engineering solutions for Various NPI’s / NCI’s
- Collaborated with various functional internal / external resources to execute the project.
- Fixture Virtual validation for Fabrication / Assembly
- Collaborated with GP for Fixture manufacturing support
- Design and Developed Fabrication fixtures / Assembly tools for different product lines.
Engineer – Tool Design
ABI SHOWATECH INDIA PVT LIMITED (Manufacturing Unit)
02.2007 - 12.2010
- Tools Design and Development for Automobile components.
- Instrument in Developing Magnetic bed for Component milling.
- Developed Modular Fixture for HMC’s
- Managing a small team and all the activities related to tool design.
- TPM Circle Leader
GET – Tool Design
ABI SHOWATECH INDIA PVT LIMITED (Manufacturing Unit)
02.2006 - 02.2007
- Design of Jig, Fixture and Gauges
- TPM Circle Member
GET – Tool Design
TURBO ENERGY LIMITED (Manufacturing Unit)
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Hands on experience on CNC machine
- Member of a CFT team and support on process documentation creation.
Education
B.E. - Mechanical Engineering
Bharathidasan University
Kovilvenni01.2004
DIPLOMA - Mechanical Engineering
DOTE
Chennai01.2001
Skills
- Takt Time Optimization & Cycle Time Reduction
- Tooling Design & Modularization
- Process Engineering & Standard Work
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
- Cost-Out & Value Engineering
- Stakeholder Engagement & Knowledge Transfer
- Manufacturing Excellence & Continuous Improvement
Certification
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (LSSBB)
References
Available upon request
Accomplishments
Employee of the month Award for Cost saving Project Eastman cutting table project with saving of 250K Euros China Project. - Vestas
Director’s Award for achievement of 777DX truck body tooling design & development within challenging timeline for Green field facility at CAT Indonesia OHT Truck facility. - Caterpillar
Software
Solid works
Auto Cad
Team Center Vis Mock up
Timeline
Specialist – Blade Footprint & Portfolio
Vestas Wind Technology India Pvt Ltd
11.2024 - Current
Specialist – One Tool / Operation Support
Vestas Wind Technology India Pvt Ltd
03.2023 - 11.2024
Lead Engineer – Tooling Engineering
Vestas Wind Technology India Pvt Ltd, (EBSC – Tooling)
09.2016 - 03.2023
Manufacturing Engineer 2 - GMS
Caterpillar India Private Limited
02.2013 - 09.2016
Manufacturing Engineer 1 - GMS
Caterpillar India Private Limited
12.2010 - 01.2013
Engineer – Tool Design
ABI SHOWATECH INDIA PVT LIMITED (Manufacturing Unit)
02.2007 - 12.2010
GET – Tool Design
ABI SHOWATECH INDIA PVT LIMITED (Manufacturing Unit)
02.2006 - 02.2007
GET – Tool Design
TURBO ENERGY LIMITED (Manufacturing Unit)
01.2005 - 01.2006
B.E. - Mechanical Engineering
Bharathidasan University
DIPLOMA - Mechanical Engineering
DOTE
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