DHANARAJ D
Chennai
Summary
Innovative product design leader with proven skills in CAD software, cross-functional collaboration, and product lifecycle management. Successfully led design reviews and negotiated contracts, driving impactful product strategies.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Manager
TAFE
Chennai
12.2003 - Current
- Led cross-functional teams to develop innovative product design strategies.
- Oversaw the design process from concept to final execution.
- Collaborated with marketing to align product features with customer needs.
- Facilitated design reviews and feedback sessions with stakeholders.
- Mentored junior designers to enhance team capabilities and skills.
- Established design standards and guidelines for product consistency.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors who supplied components used in the production of the final product.
- Reviewed manufacturing processes for each product designed to ensure quality standards were met.
- Trained junior members of the design team on best practices for designing high-quality products.
- Designed prototypes of products using CAD software programs such as SolidWorks or Inventor.
- Led product lifecycle management initiatives for diverse client portfolios.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define product requirements and specifications.
- Implemented PLM tools to streamline data management and workflow processes.
- Provided training sessions for staff on PLM systems and best practices.
- Coordinated project timelines to ensure alignment with client expectations and deliverables.
- Engaged with vendors, suppliers throughout the selection process to ensure compatibility between their products, services and customers' desired outcomes.
- Developed and implemented product lifecycle management solutions to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Industrial Engineering
ST JOSEPHS HSS
CUDDALORE04-2020
Skills
- Product design
- CAD software
- Product lifecycle management
- Product Data Management
- Design reviews
- Contract negotiation
- Cross-functional collaboration
Languages
Tamil
Native
Native
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Accomplishments
Out of 22 years Top Performer award - 2, Significant performer - 8, Good performer - 12.
Affiliations
Volunteers award by TAFE Charman during flood in chennai
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Deputy Manager
TAFE
12.2003 - Current
Bachelor of Engineering - Industrial Engineering
ST JOSEPHS HSS