Nikhil M K
Bengaluru
Summary
Results-oriented Assistant Manager in Mechanical Project Engineering with hands-on experience in managing complex brownfield expansion projects. Expertise in structural erections and heavy machinery assembly, achieving zero lost time injuries. Enhanced production efficiency through innovative feeding systems and Six Sigma methodologies. Skilled in SAP procurement and lean manufacturing, ensuring compliance with industry quality standards.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Assistant Manager
Adani Infra Ltd.
07.2024 - 12.2025
- Assisted in the plant layout and design for a 2MTPA Brownfield expansion project within a high-capacity manufacturing environment—the largest grinding unit plant on India’s coastline.
- Managed the erection of mechanical structures (approx. 1500 MT) and provided technical support for the assembly and testing of heavy machineries like a 320 TPH Roller Press, 320 TPH Ball Mill, and LMZS 1600 RPM Dynamic Separator, along with auxiliary equipments like Bucket Elevators and Belt Conveyors.
- Maintained industry safety standards throughout the assembly phase, achieving a Zero LTI record across the project duration.
- Prepared protocols for load and no-load testing of equipment and structures, ensuring compliance with industry quality standards.
- Designed and executed a specialized Fly Ash feeding system, resulting in a direct production output increase of 40 TPH.
- Applied Six Sigma tools during equipment testing to identify and mitigate leakages, successfully reducing production loss by 2%.
- Developed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for equipment assembly and handover, including the preparation of lubrication period charts and documentation for the engineering change from Line 1 to the new expansion line.
- Managed material procurement and inventory using SAP software, implementing sustainable sourcing strategies while coordinating with vendors to meet project timelines.
Intern, Quality Department
Toyota Kirloskar Motors Pvt Ltd.
Bengaluru
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Conducted quality validation through standardized checks, including visual, chisel, destruction, and cut checks to ensure spot weld integrity, and led project in weld shop with QC tools to minimize defects.
- Acquired hands-on knowledge of Toyota Production System, Lean Management, Kaizen, Six Sigma, and 5S to support quality initiatives.
- Enhanced safety and production efficiency by implementing "Dolly Way Marking" in the CMPV sub-assembly area, reducing material movement time and potential for shop-floor accidents.
Education
BE - Mechanical
Ramaiah Institute of Technology
Bengaluru01-2024
PUC -
MES College of Arts, Commerce, and Science
Bengaluru01-2018
SSLC -
Deepak English High School
Bengaluru01-2016
Skills
- project management
- Supply chain management
- Manufacturing Processes
- Lean Manufacturing
- Product design
- SolidWorks
- Fusion 360
- AutoCAD
- SAP modules
- MS Excel
- Problem-solving
- Team building
Certification
Six Sigma White Belt, The Council for Six Sigma Certification (CSSC).
Projects
- Novel Method of Energy Generation for Electric Vehicles Using Frictionless Flywheel, MSRIT Funded Project: Designed a sustainable energy solution for recharging EV batteries.
- Design and Fabrication of Automatic Seed Sowing Machine, Mini Project: Created an automated system to sow seeds efficiently. Aimed at reducing manpower and improving agricultural productivity.
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteHybridSalary Range
₹45000/yr - ₹200000/yrTimeline
Assistant Manager
Adani Infra Ltd.
07.2024 - 12.2025
Intern, Quality Department
Toyota Kirloskar Motors Pvt Ltd.
06.2023 - 08.2023
BE - Mechanical
Ramaiah Institute of Technology
PUC -
MES College of Arts, Commerce, and Science
SSLC -
Deepak English High School