RAGHAVENDRA JOSHI
Bangalore
Summary
Seasoned Engineering Manager seamlessly integrates project technical aspects and makes information relatable to non-technical personnel. Experienced leader and program manager with 19 year history in field. Clear communicator, decision maker and problem solver.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Engineering Program Manager
OTIS Elevators Company
09.2016 - Current
- Engineering Quality leader & Strategic Quality Leader
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing favorable terms that benefited overall project outcomes.
- Conducted thorough quality assurance testing procedures, ensuring adherence to industry standards and client requiremen
- Implemented innovative design optimizations, enhancing product functionality while maintaining costeffectiveness.
- Streamlined documentation processes for regulatory compliance purposes, reducing time spent on administrative tasks by the engineering team.
- Conducted thorough quality assurance testing procedures, ensuring adherence to industry standards and client requirements.
Manager R&D
Cargotec India Pvt Ltd
06.2012 - 09.2016
- Introduced advanced analytical tools for data-driven decision making in R&D projects, leading to higher success rates in product launches.
- Aligned research focus areas with strategic business objectives, maximizing return on investment in R&D activities.
- Facilitated knowledge sharing within the department by hosting workshops, seminars, and training sessions aimed at honing specific skills and fostering collaboration among team members.
- Established strong relationships with academic institutions and external partners, fostering collaboration on research projects.
Sr. engineer
InfoTech Enterprises Ltd
11.2007 - 06.2012
- Led cross-functional team for successful completion of multiple large-scale projects, ensuring timely delivery within budget constraints.
- Ensured seamless hand-off of completed projects to operations teams by providing thorough documentation, training sessions, and ongoing support as needed.
- Conducted comprehensive safety audits to ensure compliance with industry regulations while maintaining a secure working environment for employees.
- Partnered with research departments to stay updated on emerging technologies within the field, adopting cutting-edge advancements as needed to maintain a competitive advantage.
Sr. engineer - R&D
Brakes India Ltd
03.2005 - 11.2007
- Championed energy-efficient designs that not only met regulatory requirements but also contributed positively towards environmental sustainability efforts.
- Conducted comprehensive safety audits to ensure compliance with industry regulations while maintaining a secure working environment for employees.
- Mentored junior engineers, providing guidance in best practices and fostering professional growth opportunities.
- Optimized manufacturing processes by incorporating Lean principles and eliminating non-value-added activities.
Design Engineer
Concurrent Engg Solutions
09.2003 - 03.2005
- Developed strong relationships with vendors by clearly communicating design requirements and negotiating favorable terms.
- Improved product quality by conducting detailed design reviews and implementing necessary changes.
- Analyzed customer feedback data, using insights gained to drive improvements in future designs.
- Mentored junior engineers, providing guidance and support throughout their professional development.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines and maintaining a high level of attention to detail.
- Resolved critical issues during manufacturing processes through close collaboration with production teams and suppliers.
- Successfully met challenging client requirements by developing tailored engineering solutions that exceeded expectations.
Education
Skills
- Stakeholder Management
- Product development lifecycle
- Requirements Analysis
- Technical Project Management
- Customer Relations
- Project Management
- Team building
People Leadership
5, mentoring, Coaching & Growing, Employee Pulse score enhancement, talent retention, employee engagement improvement
Languages
English
Hindi
Kannada
Marathi
Carrier Aspirations
- Large Portfolio Management
- Enterprise Thinker & Business Acumen
- Engineering & Technology management
- R & D Management & New Product Introduction
- Operational Leadership
- Product Management
Working Relations
- Presentation & Communication skills
- APAC , World Headquarter Module Leads, Chief engg
- CFT Leadership & Suppliers Management
- Engagements : Berlin , Spain, China , Sweden, US
- CAD, DFMEA, DOE, PPAP, 8D & DIVE
- Govt. Officials, Suppliers (Local & Global), Vendors, Sub Contractors, Service Providers
- Pan India - Construction, Service, Sales, Regional Team
- Product Testing , Manufacturing Process
- RCA & Mistake Proofing approaches
- Robust design Methodologies
Organization Benefits
- Sustained No 1 Position in India , SOS growth 21.5% in 2022, met Factory MIC Targets
- Bangalore engineering received Global Engineering EPIC Award "Excellence" category in 2022 for Gen2 Stream
- Introduction of new aesthetics increased sales by 30% of Gen2 elevators in a year
- Infra Segment - New Market entry (BMRCL & NCRTC), Govt Projects & New Vertical in Bangalore factory
Strategic Quality Engineering Quality Leader
Supporting & Driving Otis India Quality function & other functions from customer front across Bangalore factory, Product Quality, Supplier Concerns, In-house manufacturing concerns, premature component failures etc., Product Improvement Center (PIC) -Data Analysis FOS & Service (1 Lakh+ elevators in Service Portfolio), 2M$ Value, Managing EDR & SDR post approvals, Review PPAP, Supplier Audits, 8D reports, Process Qualification, Successfully completed Global Workshop for 2 Key Global Components - Savings 500K$ / Year, Key RRCA & MP attributed to 1M$ Savings for service & COPQ < 0.8M$ form Bangalore factory. Minimized PUI, Enhanced Factory Vs Field, Service collaboration and contributed to Strong enterprise Quality Organization
Leadership Experience
ENG R&D Management Project Program Management Engg & Strategic Quality
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 05/01/1980
Timeline
Sr. Engineering Program Manager
OTIS Elevators Company
09.2016 - Current
Manager R&D
Cargotec India Pvt Ltd
06.2012 - 09.2016
Sr. engineer
InfoTech Enterprises Ltd
11.2007 - 06.2012
Sr. engineer - R&D
Brakes India Ltd
03.2005 - 11.2007
Design Engineer
Concurrent Engg Solutions
09.2003 - 03.2005
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