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Arun Kumar

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Project Application
Pune

Summary

To work as Integral partner in success of a fast -growing company, to contribute in techniques and skills for solving sales challenges from technical and commercial aspects in success of Fast-growing Company and for Individual growth.

I have 11+ Years of experience in Technical Sales and Application Engineering for various products like Isolation Valve {Bray Controls (Trilok, KGV, Ball Valve) // Emerson Controls (Vanessa, KTM, AEV Valve)} // Industrial Compressor / Control Valves / Safety Valves. Role involves study of tenders / bid documents and preparation of quote along with GA in accordance with the client's technical requirement / material requisition, drawings, and relevant specifications within the specified period and listing out the deviation from the tender documents. Work directly with customers to understand application/process so as develop the best solutions for their requirements and create proposals. TQ Discussions, clarifying deviations and technical meetings over the varying facts and circumstances as per the customer's need and Bidder's offerings for Project. Generating leads, initiating cold calls to prospective new customers, following up, performing pre-sales activities and closing transactions with full delivery support. Work to build PR with respective team at Customer side and End user, to professionally represent the company to customer, gather data, and ask the right questions to define a project and prospect. Assist the Commercial Manager with budgetary pricing for all potential projects. Attending Technical meetings with consultants / customer for clarification, TQ Discussions and finalizing the scope of work. Post Order processing activity, GA Drawings and Datasheets approvals, Booking order acceptance, confirmation of delivery of product in consultation of Factory, Maintenance and Quality team.

Qualified Mechanical Engineer with extensive knowledge of engineering equipment and software. Committed to providing accurate work with eye for detail. Consistently commended for meeting stringent project deadlines under budget.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages

Work History

Sr. Mechanical Engineer - COE Application

EMERSON AUTOMATION SOLUTION
11.2019 - 06.2023

a. Review project design specifications received from client to select necessary valve types, material grades and configurations to meet project requirements.

b. Review project Specification / bid documents and preparaon of techno-commercial quote along with GA drawing in accordance with the client's technical requirement / material requisition, drawings, and relevant technical specifications from project bid documents received from customer for requirement of Isolaon Valve (Triple Offset Butterfly Valve- Vanessa, Butterfly Valve - Keystone, Ball Valve – KTM, Knife Gate Valve - Clarkson and AEV Valve).

c. Working closely with different global manufacturing factories (Italy, China, Japan, Belgium) for respective product quotations, review technical offerings from factory and do the pricing analysis.

d. Understanding and providing input to factories regarding the competition, working closely with sales and cosng team to win orders strategically on price and delivery.

e. Work directly with customer to understand application/process requirement so as quote with the best technical soluons for their requirements and create proposals.

f. Having technical discussions, clarifying deviaons and meengs over the varying facts related to quote and circumstances as per the customer's need and bidder's offerings for Project.

g. Work closely with North America – Houston sales team to arrive at margins/profit, DOA and cost working.

h. Work closely with various teams – global factory quotaon team, engineering team, North America PMO – Order management team, Sales team.

i. Responsible for submission of maximum quotes with one me go Quality and on time.

j. Act as single point of contact/owner for the technical quote submitted for respective project submission for North America region.

  • Lead the design of new mechanical systems, ensuring adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Developed detailed technical documentation, including specifications, test protocols, and user manuals for easy reference across the organization.
  • Improved product reliability by conducting thorough failure analysis investigations and implementing corrective actions.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products on time and within budget constraints.
  • Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials while maintaining strict quality control measures.
  • Evaluated vendor proposals for new equipment purchases, ensuring optimal performance at a competitive price point.
  • Mentored junior engineers, providing guidance on design principles and best practices for successful project outcomes.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks to meet tight deadlines and exceed client expectations.
  • Championed lean manufacturing principles within the company culture, leading to increased operational efficiency and reduced waste

Asst Manager- Sales

PS Automation India Pvt Ltd
08.2019 - 10.2019

1. Generating New Enquires, New Customers, Prospects, and regular follow -ups for submitted offers and quotes for electrical actuators.

2. Attending Technical and Commercial meetings.

3. Understanding the competition, getting the Orders strategically and working closely with costing team to Win orders on Price and Delivery.

4. Generating leads, initiating cold calls to prospective new customers, following up, performing pre- sales activities and closing transactions with full delivery support.

Sr. Engineer-Direct Sales

ELGi Equipment Pvt Ltd
06.2018 - 07.2019
  • Handles Industrial Compressors- Lubricated Screw and Recip
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to define project requirements, establish goals, and develop actionable strategies for success.
  • Determined project specifications by thoroughly studying performance standards, requirements and technical studies.
  • Established and maintained productive working relationships with stakeholders.
  • Trained and managed drafters, junior engineers and surveyors.
  • Verified construction documentation to meet client requirements and vision.

Sr. Sales Mechanical Engineer

RK Controls Inst. Pvt Ltd
09.2016 - 06.2018

a. Review project design specifications received from client to select necessary valve types, material grades and configurations to meet project requirements.

b. Generating leads, initiating cold calls to prospective new customers, following up, performing presales activities and close transactions with full delivery support.

c. Work to build PR with respective team at Customer side and End user, to professionally represent the company to customer, gather data, and the right questions to define a project and prospect.

d. Attending Technical meetings with consultants / customer for clarification, TQ Discussions and finalizing the scope of work.

e. Post Order processing activity, GA Drawings and Datasheets approvals, Booking order acceptance, confirmation of delivery of product in consultation of Factory, Maintenance and Quality team.

f. Generating New Enquires, New Customers, Prospects, and regular follow -ups for submitted offers, attend technical and commercial meetings.

g. Understanding the competition, getting the Orders strategically and working closely with costing team to Win orders on Price and Delivery.

h. Working closely with factory for respective product quotations, review technical offerings from factory and do the pricing analysis , delivery status confirmation, testing procedures.

i. Work directly with customer to understand application/process requirement so as quote with the best technical solutions for their requirements and create proposals working with Application Engineering team for sizing and selection of Globe Control Valves.

j. Having technical discussions, clarifying deviations and meetings over the varying facts related to quote and circumstances as per the customer's need and bidder's offerings for Project.

k. Work closely with Sales Manager –to arrive at discounted margins/profit, and cost working.

l. Act as single point of contact/owner for the techno-commercial quote submitted for respective project submission for Pune and Maharashtra India region.

Technical Sales Engineer

WEIR BDK Valves Pvt Ltd
07.2012 - 08.2016
  • Enhanced company reputation within the industry through participation in trade shows, conferences, and other networking events.
  • Secured high-value contracts by effectively negotiating pricing and contract terms with clients.
  • Partnered closely with project management teams to ensure smooth handoffs between pre-sales activities and implementation phases.
  • Optimized sales pipeline management, leading to improved forecasting accuracy and resource allocation.
  • Served as a trusted advisor to clients on technology selection decisions, providing objective recommendations based on their specific requirements.
  • Contributed to product development by gathering valuable feedback from customers on desired features and improvements.
  • Exceeded sales quotas consistently by utilizing effective lead generation strategies and maintaining strong relationships with existing clients.
  • Reduced customer churn rate by proactively identifying potential issues and offering targeted solutions before problems escalated.
  • Expanded market presence by identifying new business opportunities and establishing partnerships with industry leaders.
  • Led technical training sessions for both internal team members and clients, ensuring a thorough understanding of product capabilities.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to develop innovative products that addressed specific customer pain points.
  • Developed comprehensive proposals for complex projects, showcasing the value of our technical solutions in meeting client objectives.
  • Provided exceptional pre-sales support, guiding customers through the evaluation process and addressing any concerns or questions.
  • Conducted market research to identify new opportunities and target markets.
  • Prepared cost estimates and bid documents by studying customer RFPs and consulting with project managers.
  • Designed and delivered product training for clients.
  • Reviewed customer inquiries to understand project scope while managing internal delivery mechanisms.
  • Provided technical troubleshooting and problem solving for clients with installed equipment or system issues.
  • Contributes to sales engineering effectiveness by identifying short-term and long-range issues and recommending courses of action.
  • Submitted booking forecasts, monthly highlights and CRM entries.

Sr. Mechanical Engineer - Bray Pacific

Bray Controls India
06.2023 - Current

a. Review of “Request for Quotation”, technical and commercial specifications from customer.

b. Studying Customer specifications technically and commercially, thereby understanding the scope of the project and quote the project within the estimated time, cost, and specified quality.

c. Understand the requirement of Intercompany (Knife Gate valves, butterfly valve, ball valves, and various types of manual, actuated valves) for Bray Australian Region Project RFQ's and prepare technical quotations for engineered and legacy product and support them on any other urgent RFQ's or shipment related matters.

d. Prepare Techno-commercial Proposal for all types of valves and products to Bray Inter-companies and End customers in Australia as per policy.

e. Conduct Contract Review Meeting (CRM) for Project orders with all the stake holders to ensure customer order requirements are accurately and completely input to order processing and manufacturing systems.

f. Collaborate with costing team, planning team and procurement team to update the missing cost in LN system.

g. Responsible for submitting and getting approval of all necessary technical documents from customers.

h. Handling Change Order Management through Bray BD application and to submit Techno-Commercial quote to customer and to streamline the necessary changes with internal teams.

i. Determining the Critical path and prepare Mitigation plans to meet delivery requirements.

j. Working closely with Engineering, planning team and Supply chain team to ensure production as per Customer requirement.

k. Coordinate with Logistics and Tracking for Shipment release note to effect shipment as per Incoterms and ensure timely delivery of the Final Goods.

l. Ensure that MRO invoicing is completed as per contractual agreements and as per PO incoterms.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering

Poojya Doddappa College of Engineering
Gulbarga
04.2001 -

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering

Government Polytechnic College
Gulbarga
04.2001 -

Undergraduate Course - Science

MSI PU College
Gulbarga
04.2001 -

Schooling - CBSE Board

Kendriya Vidyalaya
Gulbarga
04.2001 -

Skills

Pressure vessel design knowledge

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Technical Skill Summary

  • Sizing and Selection, Techno-commercial offer submission and Order Booking, Part Order creation, GA Drawing etc.
  • Good Knowledge of industrial Application/Process and catering of Valves and Compressors in Refinery Industry, LNG Value Chain, Petrochemical Industry, Super Critical Power Plants, Process Industry etc.
  • Good Knowledge of applicable API, ASME Standards used for SRV, Control valves and Isolation Valves i.e., API -520, 526, 527, ASME B16.34, 16.5, ASME Sec VIII, ASME Sec II(Materials), ISA 75.01, BS 6364 etc.
  • Good Knowledge of Basic design tools and parameters like Basics of CATIA V5, AutoCAD, Solidedge V17, Lusas Analyst, CNC Simulator and Programming, SolidWorks-Top-down/Bottom-up/First angle/Third angle etc.
  • Microsoft Office (Good in Excel, Power-point, and word)

Educational Summary

  • Executive MBA (PGDMM) into Marketing Management from MIT Pune.
  • Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) from VTU Belgaum University.
  • Diploma in Mech Engg. from Dept. of Technical Education Bangalore.

Roles And Responsibilities

  • Generating New Enquires, New Customers, Prospects, and regular follow -ups for submitted offers.
  • Attending Technical and Commercial meetings.
  • Understanding the competition, getting the Orders strategically and working closely with costing team to Win orders on Price and Delivery.
  • Sizing and Selection, Optimized Techno-Commercial offer for Isolation Valve / compressors / Control Valves / Safety Relief Valves, on respective sizing tools. Daily updates on CRM Microsoft 365/CRM Cloud/Salesforce, Order Booking s/w (Infor), GA drawings on Solid edge tools etc.
  • Continuous efforts to submitted 90% Quotes with one time go Quality.
  • Manual Nozzle Area calculation, for wetted, unwetted, fire case for SRV and Actuator sizing, Trim selection, and Metallurgy selection etc.
  • Maintaining Enquiry Master Register and CRM Updates of daily flow of Quotes and Orders, with GAD Submission.
  • Managing team and sharing responsibilities of Team Leader activities like task allocation, weekly reports, etc. in WEIR BDK
  • Acknowledgement of projects to customer, estimate and get approval.
  • Allocate the task to resources in team for timely submission.
  • Prepared Training Manuals for GAD and on Manual Calculations for Sizing and Selection w.r.t SRV.
  • Cost analysis and estimating with respect to competitor pricing
  • Conducted Quality reviews with 0% deviations, hence received client appreciations.
  • Work with our engineers and designers to develop and quote cost effective solutions.
  • Appreciations from customers for quality and OTD.

Timeline

Sr. Mechanical Engineer - Bray Pacific

Bray Controls India
06.2023 - Current

Sr. Mechanical Engineer - COE Application

EMERSON AUTOMATION SOLUTION
11.2019 - 06.2023

Asst Manager- Sales

PS Automation India Pvt Ltd
08.2019 - 10.2019

Sr. Engineer-Direct Sales

ELGi Equipment Pvt Ltd
06.2018 - 07.2019

Sr. Sales Mechanical Engineer

RK Controls Inst. Pvt Ltd
09.2016 - 06.2018

Technical Sales Engineer

WEIR BDK Valves Pvt Ltd
07.2012 - 08.2016

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering

Poojya Doddappa College of Engineering
04.2001 -

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering

Government Polytechnic College
04.2001 -

Undergraduate Course - Science

MSI PU College
04.2001 -

Schooling - CBSE Board

Kendriya Vidyalaya
04.2001 -
Arun KumarSenior Mechanical Engineer - Project Application