DINESH S
Senior Design Engineer
Tiruchirappalli
Summary
Highly accomplished and results-driven Senior Design Engineer with 7.5+ years of progressive experience in mechanical design, product development, and project leadership. Proven expertise in optimizing complex mechanical systems, driving innovation, and delivering significant improvements in product performance, quality, and cost efficiency. Adept at global collaboration, virtual validation, and comprehensive design documentation within fast-paced engineering environments. Seeking to leverage advanced mechanical design skills and leadership capabilities to contribute to challenging projects.
Knowledgeable with extensive background in design engineering. Proven track record of developing innovative solutions and leading projects from conception to completion. Demonstrated proficiency in CAD software and project management, consistently delivering high-quality results.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Senior Design Engineer
IDC Engineering India (p) Ltd. (CATERPILLAR)
04.2022 - Current
- Served as a Global Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Door Systems (handles, linkages, locks, gas springs, seals), providing critical guidance across global projects.
- Spearheaded the complete redesign of Pipelayer, resulting in a frameless, modular design, and successfully filed an Invention Disclosure Form (INF) patent.
- Enhanced operator visibility by 18% through the innovative integration of a sliding window on the SCOM-NPI platform, improving safety and ergonomics.
- Spearheaded the design and construction of LH and RH door systems, with power window regulators, for Large Mining Trucks (LMTs) products.
- Pioneered virtual validation (VST) methodologies for complex door designs, streamlining the testing process, and officially publishing VST documentation on REDI-CAT.
- Orchestrated global Seals Design Control, meticulously ensuring stringent adherence to quality and performance standards.
- Successfully secured substantial New Product Introduction (NPI) budget allocations for door system development projects.
- Directed quality and cost control initiatives for operator station cabins, resulting in a quantifiable reduction in 2MIS and 12MIS defects.
- Facilitated collaborative CPPD (Concurrent Product and Process Development) discussions with international suppliers (USA, China), fostering strong partnerships, and efficient development cycles.
Junior Design Engineer
Sealers India Pvt. Ltd.
12.2019 - 04.2022
- Engineered and deployed bespoke automated solutions for the food industry (sealing, wrapping, filling), managing the entire project lifecycle from conceptual design and component procurement to fabrication, assembly, and successful client handover.
Design Engineer
Larsen & Toubro (Product Development Center) Ltd.
07.2017 - 08.2019
- Drove the complete design, detailed engineering, and product development (PD) build phases for the Skid Steer Loader project at L&T Construction Equipment Limited (PDC).
- Leveraged expertise in Model Manager and Windchill PDM software to streamline project workflows, enhance data management, and ensure the successful delivery of complex products.
Education
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering -
Seshasayee Institute of Technology
01.2017
10th – SSLC - undefined
K.A.P. Viswanathan Higher Secondary School
01.2014
Skills
Creo 100
Personal Details
- Date of Birth: 22 July 1999
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital Status: Unmarried
- Hometown: Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, India
- Address: 4/5 Lakshmi Apartment, Pattabiraman Street, Tennur, Trichy-620017.
Timeline
Senior Design Engineer
IDC Engineering India (p) Ltd. (CATERPILLAR)
04.2022 - Current
Junior Design Engineer
Sealers India Pvt. Ltd.
12.2019 - 04.2022
Design Engineer
Larsen & Toubro (Product Development Center) Ltd.
07.2017 - 08.2019
10th – SSLC - undefined
K.A.P. Viswanathan Higher Secondary School
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering -
Seshasayee Institute of Technology