RAHUL UMRAO PILLARE
Engineering Manager
Pune
Summary
Over 15 Years of Experience as Dynamic leader with extensive experience in managing cross-functional teams dedicated to the design, development, and implementation of automotive HVAC systems. Proven expertise in developing comprehensive project plans, timelines, and budgets while ensuring strict adherence throughout the project lifecycle. Skilled in fostering collaboration among internal teams and external partners to source innovative HVAC components and technologies, while conducting thorough risk assessments to proactively address potential challenges. Committed to maintaining compliance with regulatory standards and industry best practices, driving projects to successful completion on schedule and within budget.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Engineering Manager (HVAC,Thermal System)
SIROCO HVAC INDIA PVT LTD
12.2024 - Current
- Enhanced overall team productivity with continuous training and mentoring of junior engineers.
- Improved engineering processes by streamlining workflows and implementing efficient project management techniques.
- Identified areas of improvement in existing systems, providing recommendations that resulted in significant cost savings over time.
- Implemented quality control measures to reduce errors, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Checked design compliance with product specifications and standards requirements.
- Managed risk assessments during project planning phases, proactively mitigating potential issues before they arose during execution stages.
- Led cross-functional teams for successful product development, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to specifications.
- Designed innovative engineering solutions, leading to patents and industry recognition.
- Performed concurrent design, manufacturing and engineering, reducing time required to bring products to market.
- Coordinated with sales and marketing teams to identify client needs and develop customized engineering solutions.
- Verified construction documentation to meet client requirements and vision.
- Drove successful completion of key projects, coordinating with stakeholders and ensuring alignment with business objectives.
- Conducted special training on HVAC Design at SIROCO Head office, Lyon France
Team Leader- HVAC,Thermal System, Development, Plastic , Testing & Validation
Valeo India Pvt ltd
01.2020 - 12.2024
- Lead and manage cross-functional teams involved in the design, development, and implementation of automotive HVAC systems.
- Develop project plans, timelines, and budgets for HVAC projects, and ensure adherence to these plans throughout the project lifecycle.
- Coordinate with internal teams, including engineering, design, testing, and manufacturing, to ensure alignment and timely execution of project deliverables.
- Collaborate with external partners, suppliers, and contractors to source HVAC components, materials, and technologies.
- Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies to address potential issues that may arise during HVAC system development and integration.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, safety requirements, and industry best practices in automotive HVAC design and manufacturing.
- Track project progress, identify bottlenecks or obstacles, and implement corrective actions to keep projects on schedule and within budget.
Design Engineer
Mahle Anand Thermal System
12.2018 - 01.2020
- Assistant manager in Design and development.
- 9 Yr experience in HVAC, DFMEA, CATIA, Design and Development.
- Hands on experience in Catia, Concept development, Heat Exchanger, Series Design, BOM release, technical discussion with customer, Validation plan, DFMEA review, tooling feasibility & cad data updation.
- Responsible for HVAC system validation.
Senior Design Engineer
Air International & TTR
10.2017 - 10.2018
- Concept design, series design, part development with supplier, interaction with customer for technical discussion, testing and validation support for project.
- Worked on TATA & PSA projects.
Senior Design Engineer ( Testing and Design)
Mahle Behr India Ltd
05.2010 - 10.2017
- Product Design &Development ( HVAC)concept design,
- Aquisition Projects , cad models by catia V5 concepts,prototype design,series design,by using GD&T preapare drwing,Validation activity,
- CFD data preparation and analysis,DFMEA preparation,
- Support to development quality,interaction with customer ,considering package & vehicle data preapare design,support for validation test ( component & vehicle test).
- data management by team center( EDM).following design standard STADE,3D Modelling,DVP Preparations, i
- Hands on experince in Testing and Validation
- Handaled TATA, Mahindra,VW Projects
Education
MBA/PGDM -
MIT College Of Management
12.2022
B.Tech/B.E. - undefined
Kalinga University Raipur
12.2018
Diploma In Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Government Polytechnic Bramhapuri
Bramhapuri, India 04.2001 -
Skills
- Lead designer
- Automotive HVAC systems
- CAD methodology
- HVAC system design expertise
- Proficient in CATIA V5
- Proficient in Solidworks
- Testing & Validation
- Plastic product design
- Product series design
- Prototype development
- Bill of materials preparation
- Concept design
- CFD analysis
- Thermodynamic analysis
- DFMEA documentation
- HVAC performance analysis
Personal Information
Nationality: INDIA
Timeline
Engineering Manager (HVAC,Thermal System)
SIROCO HVAC INDIA PVT LTD
12.2024 - Current
Team Leader- HVAC,Thermal System, Development, Plastic , Testing & Validation
Valeo India Pvt ltd
01.2020 - 12.2024
Design Engineer
Mahle Anand Thermal System
12.2018 - 01.2020
Senior Design Engineer
Air International & TTR
10.2017 - 10.2018
Senior Design Engineer ( Testing and Design)
Mahle Behr India Ltd
05.2010 - 10.2017
Diploma In Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Government Polytechnic Bramhapuri
04.2001 -
B.Tech/B.E. - undefined
Kalinga University Raipur
MBA/PGDM -
MIT College Of Management
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