Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Hobbies
Timeline
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Chetan Pokale

Senior design Engineer

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Design Engineer

Adient India Pvt. Ltd
09.2022 - Current


  • Conducted design reviews to identify potential issues and propose effective solutions early in the development process.
  • Collaborated with complete seat departments to facilitate successful project completion.
  • Supported VAVE activity for reduction of magnet from the current production tool for few programs.
  • Problem solving A3 and presented in table review meeting for Poke yoke feature issue.
  • Preparing the macro development tool for the product Q-Checker and aligned with the Process and method team for the development.
  • Mentored interns and entry-level engineers, helping them develop essential skills needed for success in the field of Design Engineering.
  • Managed multiple high-priority projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion while maintaining quality standards.
  • Standardized documentation procedures across the department; improving overall consistency within project files.
  • Conducted feasibility studies for STO, Trim, Packaging, and Foam design.
  • Modified Foam A Solid and B Solid based on updates to STO specifications.
  • Created detailed drawings of foam components following Adient's established practices
  • Managed PLM activities, including data and drawing uploads, revisions, and design freeze/release processes.

Senior Design Engineer

Tata Technologies Ltd
01.2022 - 09.2022
  • Interaction with the customer concerning project points, receipt and understanding of customer expectations and requirements.
  • Preparation of resource and timeline based on the work priorities based on CAD data analysis.
  • An evaluation of the STO, trim feasibility, packaging feasibility, and foam feasibility.
  • Creating the foam design and its components in accordance with the TTL standard.
  • Making modifications to the foam as per the standard and creating drawings of the same.
  • Review of foam design, different proposals, etc., with the customer, and delivery of data and documentation.

Design Engineer

Magna India Automotive Seating Pvt. Ltd
05.2019 - 01.2022
  • Supported the design and development of seating systems for various BMW and Ford models, including the F7X, U25, G18 MFS, Basis 1R, 2SR, and P703.
  • Designed foam, plastic, and layout components for seating systems, adhering to Magna's quality standards.
  • Implemented modifications to foam and plastic components to ensure compliance with industry regulations.
  • Created drawings for foam and plastic components.
  • Developed safety layout drawings, packaging layout drawings, and headrest regulation studies in accordance with GTR7, ECE, and FMVSS standards.
  • Analyzed seat radius requirements based on ECE 17 and 21 regulations, utilizing macro and sphere testing methods.
  • Maintained daily communication with onsite coordinators regarding project deliverables.
  • Collaborated with project leads on deliveries, addressed project-related issues, and ensured client requirements were met.
  • Analyzed CAD data to understand customer requirements and specifications.
  • Conducted feasibility studies for seat trim, packaging, and foam design.
  • Validated foam pad designs using Design Review Check Sheets (DRC) and performed environmental impact studies for complete seating systems.
  • Created detailed drawings of foam components following Magna's standard practices.

Design Engineer

Virtual Simutech
12.2016 - 04.2019
  • Led foam design projects for Nissan, Audi, and supported projects for Subaru, AIS-1, KIA MQ4, and CD-HEV.
  • Developed project timelines and resource allocation for foam design and components within CS assemblies, adhering to Adient's standards.
  • Analyzed CAD data, interpreted customer requirements, and ensured clear understanding of their expectations.
  • Conducted feasibility studies for Ship-to-Use (STO), Trim, Packaging, and Foam design.
  • Modified Foam A Solid and B Solid based on updates to STO specifications.
  • Created detailed drawings of foam components following Adient's established practices
  • Managed PLM activities, including data and drawing uploads, revisions, and design freeze/release processes.
  • Validated foam pad designs against Design Review Check Sheet (DRC) criteria.

Design Engineer

Techmurise Enterprises
11.2014 - 12.2016
  • Designed and modified tooling for vacuum forming, compression molding processes for automotive parts like front/rear carpets, RQT (possibly Roof Trim), and battery box covers.
  • Performed gauge design checks for various plastic automotive parts, ensuring dimensional accuracy and adherence to specifications.
  • Created 3D models, assemblies, and detailed drawings for patterns, tools, gauges, and fixtures used in the manufacturing process.
  • Analyzed CAD data to understand the technical requirements of automotive parts, effectively translating customer needs and expectations into manufacturable designs.

Education

Mechanical Engineering

C.I. College of Engineering & Technology
Nagpur, India
04.2001 - 2014.05

Diploma - Mechanical Engineering

Guru Gobind Singh Polytechnic
Nashik, India
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Janta Vidyalaya High School
Nashik, India
04.2001 -

Skills

    TEAMCENTER

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Accomplishments


  • Awarded with the Precisely right award certificate for contributions to foam programs.
  • Adient India stellar Award for FY23 Q3 for successfully releasing the gate without any issues.
  • Adient India stellar Award for FY24 Q1for successfully releasing the gate without any issues.


Certification

Post-Graduation Diploma in Tool Design

Hobbies

  • Driving
  • Trekking
  • Traveling
  • Sketching

Timeline

Senior Design Engineer

Adient India Pvt. Ltd
09.2022 - Current

Senior Design Engineer

Tata Technologies Ltd
01.2022 - 09.2022

Design Engineer

Magna India Automotive Seating Pvt. Ltd
05.2019 - 01.2022

Design Engineer

Virtual Simutech
12.2016 - 04.2019

Design Engineer

Techmurise Enterprises
11.2014 - 12.2016

Post-Graduation Diploma in Tool Design

01-2014

Mechanical Engineering

C.I. College of Engineering & Technology
04.2001 - 2014.05

Diploma - Mechanical Engineering

Guru Gobind Singh Polytechnic
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Janta Vidyalaya High School
04.2001 -

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