Accomplished Lead Design Engineer with a proven track record at Tata Elxsi Ltd. (Jaguar Land Rover), specializing in BEV project leadership and innovative thermal design. Excelled in prototype development and expert CAD proficiency, enhancing design efficiency and fostering team collaboration. Achieved significant cost reductions, demonstrating a blend of technical expertise and strategic project management.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Design Engineer
Tata Elxsi Ltd.(Jaguar Land Rover)
Bangalore
11.2013 - Current
BEV (Battery Electric Vehicle) Project: Serving as CAD Lead for HVAC, focusing on under-bonnet thermal schematic design and development, with a focus on different cooling and heating modes for the cabin and battery chiller.
Lead the design of components and systems in CAD, while conducting Supplier Review Meetings. Cross-functional package discussions and issue solving.
JLR - Development of modular compact units for risky refrigerants, such as R290 and R744. Checking the feasibility for packaging that in the current carline, having the least modifications, and validating them using a test vehicle.
JLR-Rear Chiller & Heater Assembly System Integration Development - Involves a feasibility check on whether carry-over parts could be used, pressure drop reduction, and meeting required clearances while examining compatibility.
JLR-UBOM Integration for New Carline: Analyzing the requirements and design specifications of New Carline, and carrying over suitable design solutions from previous applicable Carline into New Carline.
Senior Design Engineer
Behr India Ltd.
Pune
01.2008 - 11.2013
Design and Development of Engine-Mounted Department for EGR and Advanced Engineering.
Packaging for Caterpillar, Cummins, and Tata EGR Coolers for RFQ (Concept Design), Prototype, and Serial.
Coordinated and resolved design-related issues with customers and suppliers during the development phase. Proposed designs to satisfy cost and manufacturability requirements.
Product Design Engineer
Kinetic Engineering Ltd
Pune
04.2007 - 01.2008
Product design and development of the MV Augusta bike project.
Responsible for generating 3D models and manufacturing drawings for engine and chassis components.
Reverse engineering for in-house vehicles.
Responsible for the design of the product development timeline, detailing product and child part CAD models, and deciding the dimensional and geometrical tolerances based on product functionality.
Senior CAD Designer
ABC Designs Pvt.Ltd
Pune
06.2006 - 05.2007
On-site Experience at Cummins India Ltd., Kothrud, Pune:
Lead the modeling, drafting, and assembly of NT-855 and QSX-15 radiators using reverse engineering techniques for Cummins India Ltd., Pune.
Spearheaded the design, drafting, and assembly of machine parts and components for power gensets tailored to customer specifications.
Senior Engineer
Karajagar Engineering Pvt.Ltd
Kolhapur
02.2001 - 05.2002
Engaged in designing and manufacturing components required in the sugar industry.
CAD design and development of components through continuous interaction.
Geometrical Dimensioning and Tolerance to achieve better functional requirements.
Lead Engineer-Chassis Sys at TATA TECHNOLOGIES LTD (CLIENT – JAGUAR LAND ROVER)Lead Engineer-Chassis Sys at TATA TECHNOLOGIES LTD (CLIENT – JAGUAR LAND ROVER)