ARUN KUMAR K
Engine designeer
Kanhangad
Summary
As a highly motivated and accomplished Mechanical Design and Development Engineer, my career objective is to leverage my expertise and passion for innovation to drive the design and development of Auto motive Vehicle industries. I am committed to contributing my technical prowess, creativity, and problem-solving abilities to excel in a dynamic engineering environment while delivering tangible results.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
2017
2017
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
4
4
Languages
Work History
Lead Engineer- Engine Design (Gasoline)
Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd
09.2018 - Current
- Lead mechanical designer efforts for Gasoline and EV powertrain design and development.
- Hands on experience on design of critical components like cylinder head , crankcase, oil sump, intake manifold,camshaft, engine valves and battery pack.
- Conducted extensive DFMEA to identify potential design flaws and implemented proactive solutions,resulting in enhanced product reliability.
- Managed tolerance stack-up analysis to ensure
precise and reliable engine assembly, minimizing
manufacturing defects and improving overall
quality - Collaborated with cross-functional teams,
including supplier NPD team, Vehicle team
and production teams, to optimize design for
manufacturability (DFM) and ensure seamless
integration of mechanical components in engine & EV powertrain. - Played a pivotal role in supplier selection and
validation processes, assessing potential suppliers'
capabilities, quality systems, and production
capacity to ensure alignment with project requirements. - worked at FEV Europe on the design of a one-ton commercial vehicle battery pack.
- Generated detailed design documentation,
including specifications, drawings, and CAD models, to communicate design concepts and
requirements effectively to internal teams and
external partners. - Proficient in 3D and 2D CAD software tools (e.g.,
NX. AutoCAD) - Experience in latest engine Technologies continues variable valve lift systems.
Engineer
Bajaj Auto Limited
10.2012 - 09.2018
- Worked as a engineer for Design and Development of Engine and Air intake system.
- Design and development of engine component like crankcase and different covers
- Design of intake manifold and cooling systems
- Layout design of water cooling system & components like water pump and radiator
- Design of intake manifold with EGR and packaging of complete EGR system
- Design of intake system along with Air filter
- Design of crankcase and clutch cover for Electric scooters
- Design of complete Air filter box based on CFD and CAE requirement for KTM bikes
- Design the shroud and styling part related to Air passage
Assistant Design Engineer
Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd
04.2011 - 09.2012
- Product Design and Development of Automotive parts for Engine
- Extensive use of UG-NX for Product Design in Solid & Surface modeling, Drafting & detailing and Assembly modules
- Proto build of Crank train system to check physical components' assembly
- Product Data Management (PDM) & Team centre Engineering (PLM) in UG-NX as per M&M Standard
- Creating 3D & 2D Layouts/Packaging of components
- Worked on crankshaft, connecting rod, valvetrain and all child part of cranktrain
- Worked on Layout for crank train system
- Worked on crankshaft, connecting rod, valve train and all child part of Cranktrain
- Design of crankcase, oil sump, integrated oil sump, front cover
- New intake and exhaust manifold design and development.
Assistant Design Engineer
Mahindra Engineering Services Ltd.
07.2009 - 04.2011
- Design of engine components by referring available 2D drawing
- Performing Team center activities as part of design processes
- 3D modeling of various engine components and routing of engine wiring harness using UG
- Preparation of Assemblies of various engine systems
- Preparation Installation drawings for various engine systems
- Working with various Navistar design Data management software’s like CDMS, Spectrum, Pharos etc
Education
BE - Mechanical Engineering
The Institution Of Engineers (India)
DME - undefined
Board of Technical Examination, Kerala
PLUS TWO - undefined
Board of secondary education, Kerala
SSLC - undefined
Board of Public Examination, Kerala
Skills
In depth Knowledge in Casting technology
Engine testing and validation
DFMEA
DFM
Tolerance stack up
CAD 3D & 2D design ( NX, CATIA, AutoCAD)
Teamcenter 11
Basic operating knowledge of design software CATIA V5
MS Office
GD & T knowledge
Competitive Skill
- In depth knowledge in casting technology.
- DFMEA
- DFM
- Tolerance stack up
- CAD 3D & 2D design (Solid Works, NX, CATIA, AutoCAD)
Certification
DFSS Green belt
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 06/16/88
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital Status: married
Timeline
DFSS Green belt
02-2024
Lead Engineer- Engine Design (Gasoline)
Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd
09.2018 - Current
Engineer
Bajaj Auto Limited
10.2012 - 09.2018
Assistant Design Engineer
Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd
04.2011 - 09.2012
Assistant Design Engineer
Mahindra Engineering Services Ltd.
07.2009 - 04.2011
DME - undefined
Board of Technical Examination, Kerala
PLUS TWO - undefined
Board of secondary education, Kerala
SSLC - undefined
Board of Public Examination, Kerala
BE - Mechanical Engineering
The Institution Of Engineers (India)