CHAHAL SHARMA
New Delhi
Summary
I am a motivated and results-driven engineer with 7 years of experience in designing, developing, and launching innovative electromechanical and automobile products that meet stringent performance, safety, and compliance requirements. Proficient in CAD platforms (Creo, SolidWorks) and 3D tolerance analysis (CETOL). Experienced in material selection for high-durability, flame-retardant, and electrically insulated applications. Skilled in end-to-end product lifecycle management from concept generation to mass production, including DFMEA, prototyping (SLA, SLS, FDM), and compliance with global standards. Adept at managing multiple projects in fast-paced, cross-functional, and global collaboration environments, delivering first-pass design approvals and optimised solutions that exceed customer expectations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy Manager - R&D Department (Centre for Research and Innovation)
Havells India Limited
Noida
01.2021 - Current
- Company Overview: A leading electrical company in India
- Lead design and development of SPN RCBO, SPN MCB, and SPN RCBO+AFDD in one module from concept to launch, with expanded ownership of an overseas product range ensuring compliance with global standards and customer-specific requirements
- Directed modelling and simulation through Creo 8.0 and integrated CAD-CAE workflows; validated designs via rapid prototyping (SLA, SLS, FDM) and precision metrology
- Executed 3D tolerance stack-up analysis using CETOL, applying statistical tolerance optimization to achieve Six Sigma capability across critical safety components
- A leading electrical company in India
Assistant Manager-R&D Department (Centre for Research and Innovation)
Havells India Limited
Noida
01.2021 - Current
- Company Overview: A leading electrical company in India
- Modelling through Creo 5.0, prototyping and inspection for detail designing
- Executed 3D stackup analysis through Cetol for design optimization to achieve 6 sigma design using normal distribution and other statistical concepts
- Conducted risk failure analysis through DFMEA and structural analysis
- Documented technical design details including benchmarking, engineering BOM, and product cost
- Assembled & reviewed prototype with inspection reports & validated critical areas for proto errors & fitment checks
- Mentored two GETS with the concepts of circuit breakers and statistics
- Coordinated with production plant, marketing, testing, vendors, customers, and other cross function teams for all product development and improvement related activities
- Developed understanding on Key shots for 3D renderings, animations & final product display
- A leading electrical company in India
Senior Executive Engineer - R&D Department (Common R&D)
Mindarika Private Limited
Manesar
07.2019 - 12.2020
- Company Overview: An automotive components manufacturer
- Provided technical engineering support and project management for design, engineering and development of automotive products
- HVAC development of TATA Motors: Developed one patented technology
- Developed Air Conditioning Refrigeration System smart switch for MSIL
- Worked on PSA gear shifter unit (GSU), Seat belt reminder and SLCC (speed limiter and cruise control)
- Developed customer products as per the technical RFQ requirements from customers like MSIL. TML. M&M and PSA
- Analyzed customer complaints and initiated corrective & preventive actions
- In-house prototype buildup on 3D printers (SLA, SLS, FDM, MJF)
- Conducted 5S activities, fit, tolerance, KAIZENS, POKA-YOKE, design experiments, reverse engineering and technical know-how
- An automotive components manufacturer
Graduate Engineer Trainee
Mindarika Private Limited
Manesar
07.2018 - 07.2019
- Company Overview: An automotive components manufacturer
- Worked as trainee in production engineering maintenance department, improving productivity of special purpose machines by reducing failures in critical components
- Developed paperless machine and implemented Industry 4.0 pillars
- Completed a project for programming robots for injection molding machines
- Developed molding machine parameter sheet for parts
- Worked on development of new projects from NFR/PFR stage to start of production
- Created APQP and MDS of new products for different OEMs
- Designed PCBs on Orcad software and circuit simulation
- Worked on contactless switching technology
- An automotive components manufacturer
Education
B.Tech -
Delhi Institute of Tool Engineering (TRTC - Delhi)
Okhla, Delhi06.2018
Diploma -
Guru Nanak Dev Institute of Technology (GND polytechnic)
Rohini, Delhi05.2015
10th -
Kendriya Vidyalaya AGCR Colony
Delhi03.2012
Skills
- Mechanical design and drafting (PTC Creo, SolidWorks, AutoCAD)
- GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
- DFMEA and root cause analysis
- Material selection and manufacturing processes
- Tolerance stack-up analysis (including CETOL 6σ)
- Product testing and validation
- PLM
- Standards and compliance
- Problem-solving and analytical thinking
- AI/ML applications in design optimization
- Cross-functional collaboration and agile development
Certification
National Cadet Corps (NCC): all three levels of certificate (A, B, and C)
CPD Certification
PTC Creo Advanced - Udemy
Accomplishments
- Developed patented technology for HVAC systems for TATA Motors.
- Successfully launched multiple product lines including advanced circuit protection devices.
Hobbies and Interests
- Technology Exploration
- Cricket Enthusiast
Languages
- English, Native
- Hindi, Native
Timeline
Deputy Manager - R&D Department (Centre for Research and Innovation)
Havells India Limited
01.2021 - Current
Assistant Manager-R&D Department (Centre for Research and Innovation)
Havells India Limited
01.2021 - Current
Senior Executive Engineer - R&D Department (Common R&D)
Mindarika Private Limited
07.2019 - 12.2020
Graduate Engineer Trainee
Mindarika Private Limited
07.2018 - 07.2019
B.Tech -
Delhi Institute of Tool Engineering (TRTC - Delhi)
Diploma -
Guru Nanak Dev Institute of Technology (GND polytechnic)
10th -
Kendriya Vidyalaya AGCR Colony
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