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KARTHIK M

KARTHIK M

Manager-R&D Product Engineering
Coimbatore,Tamil Nadu

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Language

Work History

Manager-R&D-Continuous Product Development

Messer Cutting Systems India Pvt Ltd
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
01.2024 - Current
  • Currently working as an In charge of Continuous Product development by handling projects on Product development, Continuous improvement, ECO management and Complaints resolution in R&D with a designation as “MANAGER “
  • Directed multiple concurrent projects while adhering to strict deadlines and budget guidelines, demonstrating exceptional time- management skills and adaptability under pressure
  • Identified and addressed technical bottlenecks, ensuring timely completion of critical projects.
  • Championed a proactive approach to problem solving
    within the R&D team, fostering an
    environment of creativity and innovation that led
    to numerous breakthroughs in product
    development.
  • Optimized internal communication channels
    between R&D and other departments,
    promoting a unified organizational vision and
    efficient decision-making process.
  • Evaluated emerging technologies for potential
    integration into existing products or future
    developments, staying ahead of industry trends
    and maintaining a competitive edge for the
    organization.
  • Successfully negotiated contracts with external
    vendors for specialized R&D services, ensuring
    cost-effective solutions without compromising on
    quality standards.
  • Cultivated a culture of continuous improvement
    within the department by encouraging
    professional development opportunities for staff
    members.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to
    ensure seamless integration of R&D efforts,
    resulting in improved overall performance.
  • Enhanced product development by streamlining
    R&D processes and implementing innovative
    strategies.
  • Reduced waste and pursued revenue
    development strategies to keep department
    aligned with sales and profit targets.

Project Lead / Team Lead, Engineering

Lakshmi Machine Works Ltd
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
01.2007 - 11.2023
  • Worked as a Project Lead / Team Lead – R&D
    Product Engineering in Lakshmi Machine Works
    Ltd from November 2007 to December 2023 (16+
    years)
  • Mentored junior team members, fostering
    professional growth and increasing overall team
    efficiency.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to
    ensure seamless integration of various project
    components.
  • Managed change requests effectively by
    evaluating impacts on scope, timeline, or
    budget before approving them in a timely
    manner to avoid delays or escalations in costs.
  • Ensured timely delivery of critical deliverables by
    closely monitoring progress against milestones
    and adjusting plans as necessary.
  • Led team of engineers in providing design and
    engineering solutions to various clients and
    market sectors.

Assistant Engineer Design

Flow Link system (P) Ltd
01.2006 - 11.2007
  • Assisted in the development of technical specifications for engineering projects, ensuring accuracy and adherence to established guidelines.
  • Participated in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at increasing efficiency within the department or organization.

Education

B.E - Mechanical Engineering

Sri Krishna College of Engineering And Technology

Skills

  • Domain experience in Machine Tools –Product Engineering
  • Product Bench Marking and creating Modular design Variants
  • Product Specification And Standardization
  • Process and Continuous Improvements
  • Cost Optimization
  • Total Quality Management
  • Project management And Scheduling
  • Team Management And Leadership
  • Cross functional Coordination
  • Solving techniques like DOE and QC story
  • KAIZEN
  • Creo Parametric
  • AutoCAD
  • Oracle
  • PLM Team center

Interests

Personal Details , Date of Birth:, , Championed a proactive approach to problem- solving within the R&D team, fostering an environment of creativity and innovation that led to numerous breakthroughs in product development Optimized internal communication channels

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-SiteHybrid

Important To Me

Company CultureWork-life balanceFlexible work hoursWork from home option

Timeline

Manager-R&D-Continuous Product Development

Messer Cutting Systems India Pvt Ltd
01.2024 - Current

Project Lead / Team Lead, Engineering

Lakshmi Machine Works Ltd
01.2007 - 11.2023

Assistant Engineer Design

Flow Link system (P) Ltd
01.2006 - 11.2007

B.E - Mechanical Engineering

Sri Krishna College of Engineering And Technology

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