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NISHANT KUMAR SINGH

NISHANT KUMAR SINGH

Gurgaon

Summary

Dynamic Technical Director with extensive experience at WCW India Pvt Ltd, excelling in hybrid systems and vehicle design. Proven track record in project management and cross-functional collaboration, leading teams to develop innovative solutions. Expertise in market analysis and strategic planning has driven successful product launches and enhanced operational efficiency.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Technical Director

WCW India Pvt Ltd
GURGAON
10.2023 - Current
  • Part of the Cross Functional Team (CFT) involved in Indigenous Development of Serial Hybrid Powerpack for Armored Vehicles.
  • Managed a team of researchers, engineers, and analysts in the development of products.
  • Development and upgrade for amphibian vehicles and all-terrain vehicles.
  • Upgrade and hybrid powerpack solutions development for all-terrain vehicles (tracked and wheel).
  • Conducted research and analysis of market trends to identify new product opportunities.
  • Developed and managed strategic plans for the execution of the projects.
  • Auxiliary Power Units (APU) Development for Armored Vehicles.
  • Indigenous Development of the Switched Reluctance Motor and Generator Technology.
  • Vehicle parameters, system-level calculations, and analysis through FEA.
  • Indian Army's RFI and RFP evaluation and feasibility study over the new RFIs for the Land Systems and mobility.
  • Partnered across global R&D organizations (like VRDE) to maintain the engineering portfolio, enable the development process, champion technical rigor and reliability, and expand technical capabilities.
  • Electric hydrojet propulsion for system-tracked vehicles is designed and currently under development with VRDE.
  • Part of the CFT for R&D and prototype realization of 4X4 armored amphibious vehicle for Bharat Forge.

Technical Director

MANGALYA AUTOMOBILES PVT LTD
GURGAON
07.2019 - Current
  • Automotive System Components (e.g., Steering Knuckle, Tracked Vehicle Suspension Arm, Hubs, etc.) Design & Development.
  • EV's gearboxes development and license manufacturing.
  • Indigenous design, simulation, and development of gearboxes for the hybrid military vehicle.
  • Gears and Powertrain components development and manufacturing in India.
  • Switched Reluctance Motors and Generators Development and Manufacturing in India.

Professional Consultant

B.S. Technology S.r.l.
OVADA
07.2019 - 11.2024
  • Led cross-functional teams in the deployment of technical projects, ensuring timely and within-budget delivery.
  • Calculation and analysis of the various wheeled and tracked vehicle parameters, and freeze the specifications for the final development.
  • Part of the CFT for the development of a 30-ton cargo loader truck for the military.
  • Upgrade of the Powerpack, steering, and suspension system for the IVECO Military Truck.
  • Part of the BST CFT for the first serial hybrid powerpack development for military tracked vehicles.
  • Marketing, promotion for the series hybrid systems in India.
  • Pitching to Indian defense OEMs and the MOD for the adoption of new technology offered by BST for Mobility and Land Systems.

Senior Project Manager

PROMINENT COMTECH PVT LTD (JV with ARIS S.r.l. ItalY)
New Delhi
07.2016 - 07.2019
  • Indigenization of Articulated All-Terrain Amphibious Vehicles (AATVs).
  • Upgrades of AATVs for high-altitude mobility were delivered to the ITBP.
  • Part of the Design & development team for the first Indigenous Armored AATVs under the current MOD requirements & induction plan.
  • Indigenous development of various systems of the AATVs has reduced the import requirements.
  • Worked on the systems development and manufacturing of a special amphibious vehicle based on the M113 platform and delivered to ARIS s.r.l. Italy.
  • Created detailed reports on project status, issues, risks and opportunities.
  • Conducted post-project evaluations in order to assess effectiveness of strategies employed.

Senior Engineer

WINDSOR AUTO PARTS
GURGAON
06.2014 - 07.2016
  • Managed cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration between engineering, manufacturing, and quality assurance departments.
  • Driveline components development and launch.
  • SQA validation.
  • Formulated plans using detailed drawings.
  • Implemented rigorous testing protocols to ensure product reliability and compliance with industry standards.
  • Hydraulic system development, assembly, and testing.

  • Presented project updates and technical findings to stakeholders and executive leadership, effectively communicating complex information.
  • Directed the allocation of resources, including budget, personnel, and materials, to maximize productivity and meet project deadlines.
  • Utilized mathematical skills and understanding of engineering principles to design new products.

Education

M. Tech - Automotive Engineering

BIRLA INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY , PILANI
PIlani , Rajasthan
06-2022

B.E. - Automobile Engineering

OREINTAL INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
Bhopal, M.P.
06-2013

Skills

  • Project management
  • Product development
  • Market analysis
  • Technical leadership
  • Vehicle design
  • Hybrid systems
  • Systems engineering
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Quality assurance
  • Strategic planning
  • Innovation management
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Research analysis
  • Creative direction
  • Technical consulting

Accomplishments

  • Training certification from the ARIS R&D team for maintenance of AATVs
  • Two-week internship from BST in Italy for the hybrid propulsion system integration
  • Major training for Diesel Shel (Indian Railway) for locomotive maintenance and serial hybrid system familiarization

Timeline

Technical Director

WCW India Pvt Ltd
10.2023 - Current

Technical Director

MANGALYA AUTOMOBILES PVT LTD
07.2019 - Current

Professional Consultant

B.S. Technology S.r.l.
07.2019 - 11.2024

Senior Project Manager

PROMINENT COMTECH PVT LTD (JV with ARIS S.r.l. ItalY)
07.2016 - 07.2019

Senior Engineer

WINDSOR AUTO PARTS
06.2014 - 07.2016

M. Tech - Automotive Engineering

BIRLA INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY , PILANI

B.E. - Automobile Engineering

OREINTAL INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

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