NILESH YEGGONI
Hyderabad
Summary
Results-driven Sr. Engineer specializing in chassis design and systems integration. Developed innovative solutions for electric vehicles, enhancing manufacturability and leading cross-functional teams. Expertise in 3D modeling and product lifecycle management, delivering projects efficiently while promoting collaboration.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Engineer Vehicle Chassis & Structural Systems
Creative Synergies Group
Bengaluru
07.2023 - Current
- Led design and integration of axle structures, floor frame, roof structure, driver platform, and rear-end assemblies.
- Integrated drive axles, steering systems, HVAC units, air compressors, and accessibility features into chassis architecture.
- Designed and developed chassis structures for 15m and 24m electric bus platforms throughout entire NPD programs.
- Engineered high-voltage and low-voltage battery mounting systems compliant with crashworthiness and safety standards.
- Developed efficient packaging solutions for HV cables, electrical harnesses, HVAC piping, and auxiliary systems to optimize integration within chassis architecture.
- Created sheet metal components and welded reinforcements using DFM and DFA principles to enhance manufacturability and reduce production costs.
- Produced detailed 2D manufacturing drawings and managed engineering releases through customer PLM systems to ensure timely project execution.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve lightweight designs meeting performance and safety targets.
Senior Engineer Chassis Design (2-Wheeler EV)
Quantum Energy Limited
Hyderabad
08.2022 - 03.2023
- Prepared and finalized concept designs for 2-wheeler EV chassis frames, including complete vehicle integration checks.
- Reviewed drawings, prepared complete BOM, and released across teams with proper sign-off to ensure alignment.
- Managed design release and change processes, tracking all projects to maintain timelines and compliance.
- Conducted fitment trials of new parts, providing actionable feedback to suppliers for design improvements.
- Led end-to-end implementation of PLM Windchill in the organization and trained team members on the system.
Design & Development Engineer EV Chassis & Bus Body
Olectra Greentech Ltd.
Hyderabad
02.2017 - 08.2022
- EV Chassis:
- Prepared concept designs and finalized chassis frame designs for multiple E-Bus models; led mechanical architecture definition.
- Integrated steering systems, braking systems, axles, and suspension into vehicle; prepared schematics for pneumatic braking and power steering hydraulic connections.
- Conducted benchmarking studies at vehicle level, analyzing individual components and preparing specification sheets for frame structures, braking, and steering components.
- Finalized raw materials for manufacturing and provided full proto development and build support, resolving line issues.
- Generated 3D models and engineering BOMs; performed reverse engineering of major components.
- Conducted fitment trials of new development parts; coordinated with suppliers on requirements, design, and validation.
- Managed time plans for development milestones and coordinated cross-functional stakeholders.
- E-Bus Body:
- Managed and released complete BOM before manufacturing.
- Created 2D and 3D drawings for bus body structures; controlled and maintained design standards.
- Implemented design improvements for new and existing vehicles, addressing customer-facing R&D issues.
- Resolved process, production, service, and manufacturing issues related to design, ensuring product quality and reliability.
Design Engineer Bus Body
Mungi Engineer Services Pvt. Ltd.
Zaheerabad
03.2014 - 08.2016
- Created dimensional drawings, main assembly drawings, part drawings, and complete BOMs for bus body manufacturing.
- Validated and corrected BOM before manufacturing release, ensuring adherence to design standards.
- Facilitated creation and planning of new production processes; implemented design changes based on customer requirements directly on the shop floor.
- Compiled development and quality reports for new prototype vehicles, highlighting key findings and improvements.
- Prepared APQP, KPI, and PPAP documents for all products.
Education
B. Tech - Mechanical Engineering (Mechatronics)
Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Technology
Hyderabad01-2013
Intermediate (MPC / 12th) -
Kakatiya Junior College
01-2009
Skills
- Systems integration: Steering, braking, suspension, drive axles, HVAC, HV/LV battery mounting
- Product lifecycle management
- Design engineering
- Vehicle integration
- 3D modeling
- Chassis design
Websites
LANGUAGES
Telugu (Native) | English (Professional Proficiency) | Hindi (Intermediate)
Timeline
Sr. Engineer Vehicle Chassis & Structural Systems
Creative Synergies Group
07.2023 - Current
Senior Engineer Chassis Design (2-Wheeler EV)
Quantum Energy Limited
08.2022 - 03.2023
Design & Development Engineer EV Chassis & Bus Body
Olectra Greentech Ltd.
02.2017 - 08.2022
Design Engineer Bus Body
Mungi Engineer Services Pvt. Ltd.
03.2014 - 08.2016
B. Tech - Mechanical Engineering (Mechatronics)
Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Technology
Intermediate (MPC / 12th) -
Kakatiya Junior College