R. Prakash
Chennai
Summary
Dynamic automotive engineer with 8 years of specialized experience in vehicle thermal management systems
- Thermal Systems Expert: Specialized in HVAC, engine cooling, and EV battery refrigerant loops from concept to SOP.
- Design & Validation: Experienced in DMU packaging , Cooling Pipe design, and concept validation via CAE/CFD and DFMEA .
- Manufacturing & Integration: Proficient in DFM/DFA , plastic part analysis, and technical documentation (2D drawings, TGA, HCPP).
- Project & Supplier Lead: Skilled in coordinating supplier development , proto-builds, and fitment trials for seamless vehicle integration.
- Strategic Optimization: Driven by VAVE cost-reduction , benchmarking, and leading cross-functional design reviews
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Engineer
Renault Nissan Technology and Business Centre DEPUTATION → ALTEN INDIA PVT LTD
07.2023 - Current
- End-to-End Product Development: Led global HVAC design from concept to milestone delivery, ensuring 100% compliance with automotive design rules.
- Advanced CAD & PLM: Expert in CATIA V6 , 3D Experience (RVT) , and NPDM Enovia for DMU management and vehicle coordinate synchronization.
- Cross-Functional Leadership: Driven design convergence through technical workshops with Architecture, Mfg, and GFE; managed issue tracking via JIRA .
- Simulation & Analysis: Performed Model and Frequency Analysis in 3D Experience to validate structural integrity and performance.
- Cost & Supply Chain: Executed RFQ documentation for supplier nomination and managed complex BOMs using SIGNE / ONE TD .
- Design Excellence: Recognized by Project Leadership for superior design convergence and establishing standardized fixation libraries.
- Process Feasibility: Developed and implemented process improvements, enhancing efficiency in product development cycles.
- Milestone Target: Led cross-functional teams to execute engineering projects, ensuring alignment with project specifications and timelines.
- Engineering Operations Strategist: Analyzed performance metrics to identify areas for improvement in engineering processes and workflows.
SR. Engineer: R&D
Hyoseong Electric India Pvt. Ltd
02.2021 - 06.2023
- Full Lifecycle Leadership: Directed end-to-end product development (NPI) from RFQ/Concept to SOP, managing all milestones, ECR/ECO, and serial production.
- Design Control & Compliance: Oversaw CATIA V5 design, BOM management, and technical specifications to ensure alignment with customer requirements.
- Risk & Validation Strategy: Led DFMEA sessions and steered ADVP&R protocols to ensure 100% validation coverage before production release.
- System Integration: Managed complex HVAC and wiring harness layouts, translating high-level RFQs into actionable technical system requirements.
- Performance Optimization: Driven NVH benchmarking and objective testing to meet program targets and industry best practices.
- Technical Problem Solving: Spearheaded Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and troubleshooting for product malfunctions to maintain project timelines and quality.
- Technical Mentorship & Leadership: Mentored junior engineers, fostering skill development and ensuring adherence to best practices.
Design Engineer
AMALGAMATION REPCO: DEPUTATION → CEDRES
05.2019 - 01.2021
- PLM & ECN Management: Streamlined Engineering Masters and Change Notice (ECN) workflows using ERP/Manufacturing software.
- CATIA V5 Design: Engineered aesthetic enclosures and complex subassemblies with a focus on DFM/DFA .
- Production Documentation: Developed precision BOMs, shop drawings, and shear lists to minimize material waste and shop floor errors.
- Design Reviews: Orchestrated cross-functional technical reviews to ensure design-to-production alignment and quality standards.
CAD Engineer
TCE Group
05.2018 - 12.2018
- Project Analysis: Audit scope of work and client technical standards to ensure alignment.
- Surface Modeling: Develop complex surfaces in CATIA V5 independently with high technical precision.
- Change Management: Manage and execute all engineering change requirements throughout the lifecycle.
- End-to-End Design: Lead the design process from initial Class-A surfaces through final execution.
Education
B.E. - Mechanical Engineering
GOJAN SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND TECHNOLOGY
Chennai06-2018
Secondary Education -
St. Antony's Matriculation Higher Secondary School
Chennai04-2012
SSLC -
St. Antony's Matriculation Higher Secondary School
Chennai04-2014
Skills
- 🚀 Project Management : Driving projects from initial kickoff to final delivery with precision and agility
- 🛠️ Product Design & Development : Transforming complex requirements into intuitive, high-performance physical products
- 🌡️ Thermal Management : Mastering heat dissipation and system stability demanding environments
- ❄️ Cooling & Climate Systems : Engineering advanced HVAC and active cooling solutions for optimal efficiency
- đź’ˇ Concept Development & Ideation : Translating conceptual schematics into validated engineering prototypes
- 📉 Implemented cost reduction proposals leveraging benchmarking experience
Languages
Tamil
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Beginner (A1)
Telugu
Beginner (A1)
Timeline
Senior Engineer
Renault Nissan Technology and Business Centre DEPUTATION → ALTEN INDIA PVT LTD
07.2023 - Current
SR. Engineer: R&D
Hyoseong Electric India Pvt. Ltd
02.2021 - 06.2023
Design Engineer
AMALGAMATION REPCO: DEPUTATION → CEDRES
05.2019 - 01.2021
CAD Engineer
TCE Group
05.2018 - 12.2018
B.E. - Mechanical Engineering
GOJAN SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND TECHNOLOGY
Secondary Education -
St. Antony's Matriculation Higher Secondary School
SSLC -
St. Antony's Matriculation Higher Secondary School
Achievements
- Excellence Employee of the Year 2025 - Recognized for on time projects delivery with quality
- 2 AI Models - Developed the model as the department’s AI Warrior
- Engineered an automated TIF comparison tool that reduced drawing check lead times by 50% .