SolidWorks
Madhavan K G
New Product Research & Development
There’s no shortage of remarkable ideas, what’s missing is the will to execute them.
Seth Godin
Summary
Experienced New Product Research & Development Specialist, skilled at engineering & developing Turbocharger, Vehicle Fuel System components, Powertrain & Driveline Components integration complying global requirements, reviewing current Market, Customer & Technology trends. Achievements include shrinking development time lines and simplifying procedures to keep ahead of schedule. Accuracy-driven and hardworking with methodical and diligent approach.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Lead Engineer
Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd
Chengalpattu
12.2022 - Current
- Led lead calibration activities from Powertrain Development for multiple Mahindra Thar models, including BS6.1, BS6.2 Ph 1, BS6.2 Ph 2, and BS6.2 Ph 3.
- Oversaw calibration & vehicle feature integration for an upcoming Mahindra Thar project, resulting in significant timeline reductions for homologation.
- Successfully conducted 6+ quality gateways throughout the project lifecycle to ensure timely and high-quality deliverables.
- Implemented lead calibration strategies to achieve an 8+ grams CO2 benefit during the homologation process.
- Played a key role in optimizing engine performance and emission control systems for improved efficiency and compliance with regulatory standards for 4+ projects.
Assistant Manager - Product Development
Garrett Motion Technologies (India) Pvt. Ltd.
Pune
02.2022 - 12.2022
- New Product Development for Engine Powertrain - VNT Turbocharger ,Waste Gate Turbocharger & Fuel cell for Mahindra Application 1.2L Gasoline, 2.0L Gasoline, 1.5L CNG & Ashok Leyland HICE.
- Ensuring designs and systems meet the quality, cost and budget specifications for 3 projects.
- Generated 5+ ideas in areas of designing components and systems to produce best in terms of design and functionality
- Led and created 2+ FMEA documents for Turbocharger & It's components
- Implemented 2+ VAVE procedures and statistical analysis to reduce material costs
- Responsible for 2 Product Qualifications including Proto, Fitment & Functional Qualifications
- Led 5 proto failure & warranty failure investigations to determine root cause while implementing both short and long term corrective actions
- Led 3 projects Turbocharger performance testing, Thermal shock testing, Vibration Measurement, Thrust load measurement for product qualification/ DVP.
- Reviewed 3 projects product development budgets, expenditures and research
- Distinguished multiple product issues and gathered information on customer experiences
- Directed concept design, feature definitions and production support for 3 projects
- Presented project information and status updates to customers and fielded concerns for 3 projects
New Product R&D Senior Engineer
Delphi TVS Technologies Limited
Chennai
10.2016 - 02.2022
- Product Development of 29 new BS compliant Fuel Injectors complying Engine Powertrain requirements for 10 customers
- Product Development of 10 new BS6 compliant Fuel Injection pumps for 8 customers
- Product Development - Developing, Designing and Proto manufacturing of 7 new BS4 compliant Fuel Injection pumps for 5 customers
- Design and Development of 150+ components using 3D design tool & 2D drafting
- Stack-up analysis, DFM/DFA & SMA methodology implementation on 150+ components
- Implemented established testing protocols, introduced new and effective testing procedures that resolved more than 150+ technical issues
- Saved $20+ million by localizing import components
- Completed 39 Product Qualifications including Proto, Fitment & Functional Qualification
- Led planning in establishing New Manufacturing facility worth 600+ million and optimization of existing facility for capacity expansion
- Led 300+ in field failure & warranty failure investigations to determine root cause and implemented both short and long term corrective actions
- Managed 35+ R&D projects , Ensured designs and systems to meet quality, cost and budget specifications including setting timelines and coordinating deliverables
Service Engineer - Intern
KMG Motors
Chennai
06.2012 - 08.2016
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of 100+ mechanical issues
- Performed interim corrective action (ICA) and suggested permanent corrective action (PCA) to stakeholders
- Specialized in Engine troubleshooting & Assembly, Carburetor tuning
- Maintained functionality and reliability of engines and systems through regular diagnostic checks
Project Intern
Larsen and Toubro Shipbuilding Limited
Chennai
02.2016 - 05.2016
- Reduced Shaft deflection in Anchor Holding Tug Ship by using Vulcanized rubber seals increasing Shaft life by 10%
- Improved overall System efficiency by 4% by introduction of Hybrid Motor coupled with Engine Propulsion System
- Improved overall System efficiency of cooling circuit by 7% by introduction of Water treatment system
Education
Master Of Business Administration - Project & Product Management
06.2019 - 06.2021
- Professional development completed in Product Management
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical
08.2012 - 05.2016
- Graduated with 7.68 GPA
- Member of Student Innovation Cell
- Graduated in Top 3% of Class
- Elected as President for Department of Mechanical Engineering
Skills
Product Development
Failure Mode Effect Analysis (FMEA)
Computer Aided Drafting (CAD)
Product Management
Reverse Engineering
Benchmarking
DVP creation/ execution
Software
Creo
MATLAB
Minitab
Certification
MATLAB
Affiliations
- Associate Member - The Institution of Engineers India
Work Availability
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Timeline
Lead Engineer - Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd
12.2022 - Current
Assistant Manager - Product Development - Garrett Motion Technologies (India) Pvt. Ltd.
02.2022 - 12.2022
Electric Vehicles and Renewable Energy
11-2021
ISBM University - Master Of Business Administration, Project & Product Management
06.2019 - 06.2021
New Product R&D Senior Engineer - Delphi TVS Technologies Limited
10.2016 - 02.2022
Project Intern - Larsen and Toubro Shipbuilding Limited
02.2016 - 05.2016
Veltech Engineering College - Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical
08.2012 - 05.2016
Service Engineer - Intern - KMG Motors
06.2012 - 08.2016