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Madhavan K G

Madhavan K G

New Product Research & Development
There’s no shortage of remarkable ideas, what’s missing is the will to execute them.
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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

ISBM University, Chandigarh
06.2019 - 06.2021
  • Professional development completed in Product Management

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical

Veltech Engineering College, Chennai
08.2012 - 2016.05
  • 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

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Software

SolidWorks

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 - 2016.05
Service Engineer - Intern - KMG Motors
06.2012 - 08.2016

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