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RAJARAJAN K

RAJARAJAN K

Chennai

Summary

Dynamic project engineer with a proven track record at TI Clean Mobility, specializing in vehicle performance analysis and product development. Expert in CATIA V6 and root cause analysis, I successfully led design validation plans and innovative solutions, enhancing manufacturability and reliability while driving cross-functional collaboration for impactful results.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Manager -Drivetrain & Vehicle Performance

TI CLEAN MOBILITY
Ambattur, Chennai
09.2023 - Current
  • Conducted detailed vehicle duty cycle analysis to derive accelerated testing conditions at the component level, ensuring realistic and robust validation of the axle.
  • Created and executed the Design Validation Plan (DVP) for the axle, aligning with the expected vehicle warranty and reliability standards.
  • Led root cause analysis (RCA) for axle-related failures in the field and testing, implementing corrective actions and design improvements in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
  • Coordinated closely with suppliers to ensure property-level design compliance with OEM standards, supporting durability and performance objectives for warranty coverage.
  • Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives in axle design to enhance manufacturability, cost-efficiency, and field reliability.

Project Engineer-Consumer Design

Ti Cycles
Chennai
08.2022 - 09.2023
  • Developed an Innovative Low-Cost Damper for CTB: Designed a unique damper for City Terrain Bikes (CTBs) to improve ride comfort on rough Indian roads.
  • Achieved ~10x cost reduction compared to traditional suspension and shock absorber systems.
  • Engineered to absorb low-frequency vibrations better than standard MTB suspension setups.
  • Positioned as a mid-performance solution between CTB and MTB, balancing comfort and cost.
  • Anti-Theft Alarm System for Bicycles: Conducted field research in schools and police stations to analyze real-world bicycle theft patterns.
  • Designed a low-cost alarm system with three variants: Vibration-Triggered Audible Alarm, Vibration-Triggered Call Notification, Motion-Based Smart Alert System.
  • Developed dedicated control algorithms for each variant, focusing on sensitivity, low power use, and quick response.

TI CYCLES
Chennai
08.2022 - 02.2023
  • Led the end-to-end development of a new bicycle segment, including benchmarking competitor products to improve quality, creating and validating design concepts and PoC prototypes, and finalizing designs for mass production.
  • Collaborated cross-functionally to ensure technical compatibility and aligned the product release with business goals, successfully launching the segment for Start of Production (SOP).

Spiraseal Gaskets private limited
Chennai
01.2021 - 06.2021
  • Supported in Design of Gaskets based on Customer need.
  • Assisted in Resource planning for inventory maintenance and for Purchase order Closure.
  • Involved in inspection of gasket used for Production.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering

SRM EASWARI ENGINEERING
Ramapuram, India
05.2022

SSLC -

Jawahar Higher Secondary School
Chennai, India
05.2018

HSC -

Ramakrishna Matriculation Higher Secondary School
Chennai, India
05.2016

Skills

  • CATIA V6 and AutoCAD
  • Creo and SolidWorks
  • GD&T proficiency
  • Advanced Excel and Power BI
  • Vehicle performance analysis
  • Product development and validation
  • Root cause analysis
  • Project management
  • Supplier coordination
  • Duty cycle analysis

Certification

TVS training program

DFMEA

Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing

Advanced Excel

Languages

Tamil
First Language
French
Intermediate (B1)
B1
English
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2

Timeline

Assistant Manager -Drivetrain & Vehicle Performance

TI CLEAN MOBILITY
09.2023 - Current

Project Engineer-Consumer Design

Ti Cycles
08.2022 - 09.2023

TI CYCLES
08.2022 - 02.2023

Spiraseal Gaskets private limited
01.2021 - 06.2021

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering

SRM EASWARI ENGINEERING

SSLC -

Jawahar Higher Secondary School

HSC -

Ramakrishna Matriculation Higher Secondary School
RAJARAJAN K