Experienced Mechanical Engineer with over 14 years of experience in Automotive chassis components. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Experienced in Sheet Metal forming, welding and forging process.
Experienced with international suppliers from Europe and China.
Co-ordination with International stake holders.
Hands on experience on vehicle integration and packaging.
Working experience in Europe from Mercedes Benz Car, Sindelfingen Germany
Cross-cultural working experience with Global RD teams (Germany, China, India, USA)
Proficient in advance tools used for design e.g. NX CAD/NX CAE/Pro-ENGINEER (Wildfire 5.0), Creo 2.0, and Romax Designer 12.7.0. Basic knowledge of Hyper Mesh 10 and Ansys.
Basic knowledge of German Language.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Sr. Technical Lead
Mercedes Benz Research and Development India (P) Ltd
Bengaluru
04.2016 - Current
The component engineer for Chassis Components for passenger car project - Responsible for rear axle sub frame /Control arms/wheel carrier designs
Processed customer-supplied requirements into actionable design plans through critical thinking and independent research.
Engineering design development through analysis and simulation of various designs.
Worked with product planners and industrial designers to conceptualize and refine product concepts.
Designed products and parts to withstand predictable stresses such as strength, durability and noise.
Generated engineering and technical documentation to facilitate product development collaboration.
Supplier management for worldwide production location e.g. Europe/China.
Axle Packaging of Chassis Components for passenger cars (Axle/Suspension/Brakes/Axle Wiring/Tires & Wheels)
Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
Created plans and communicated deadlines to complete projects on time.
Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
The module group speaker for Chassis components of Axle module group in Passenger Cars
Identified project scopes, constraints, risks and deadlines.
Coordinated in-between project and component engineers about project developments at various stages.
Reported regularly to managements on project budget, progress and technical problems.
Provided technical direction on current projects and initiatives to other engineers, designers and technicians.
Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Sr Product Design Engineer
SKF India Ltd
Bengaluru
08.2014 - 03.2016
Roller set calculation for various bearings in different application condition with internal analysis tool.
Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
Making proposal drawings for customer in various projects.
Successfully collaborated with engineers to verify design changes.
Component Engineer
American Axle
01.2012 - 08.2014
Packaging of Wheel HUBs and differential assemblies for bearings. Accordingly modify housing design.
Developed excel program as per ISO 281 & ISO 76 for basic level bearing calculation.
Coordinated with supplier for Bearing selections and finalization.
Fastener selections for various HCV axles’ components with available database. Defining torque specification and definitions with physical test in coordination with Fastener Lab USA
Attended field failures for bearings and oil slippage issues.
Sr. Design Engineer
NRB Bearings Ltd
Thane
02.2007 - 01.2012
Carrier Start – As a GET in Product Design & Development center for 2 years. Hands on experience of Pro-E 3-5. Work on programs like process design for sheet metal components.
Before leaving – Work as application engineer for 3 years. Hands on experience of Romax Designer software for system level analysis for bearings. Work on various automotive applications like manual, semi-automatic and automatic transmission. Customize design and give initial proposal to customer of all type of needle bearings with system level verification of bearings. Domestic – Mahindra Farm & Auto, Maruti Suzuki, Tata Motors, Ashok Leyland, ZF India, Bharat Benz, TAFE. International – Getrag Europe / USA, ZF Europe, Mercedes Benz (Auto transmission)
Education
Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Technological University
Lonere, Maharashtra, India
09.2002 - 01.2006
H.S.C - Science Education
Kudal Highschool And Junior College
Kudal, Maharashtra, India
06.2000 - 04.2002
SSC - Mathematics
R K Patakar Highschool Vengurla
Vengurla
06.1999 - 04.2000
Skills
Engineering design development
Chassis design
NX/Creo Software Proficiency
Vehicle integration and packaging
Project Management
Accomplishments
Platinum star award in year 2019 (Employee of the year).
Winner of “Merc4U” opportunity to ride in Mercedes Benz Car with family in year 2019
Part of Responsibility Augmentation Team - received Star Team Award in year 2018
Timeline
Sr. Technical Lead
Mercedes Benz Research and Development India (P) Ltd