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Snehal Gidde

Pune

Summary

Dedicated and adaptable professional with diverse experience in Automotive Industry, a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Manufacturing Engineer

John Deere
Pune
03.2020 - 05.2024
  • Created CAD layouts for multiple factories and offered onsite assistance to implement 5S methodologies in order to clearly identify aisles on the floor and synchronize them with CAD models, thereby preventing safety incidents at Des Moines Factory in Iowa, USA.
  • Created project in Manufacturing Planner and wrote SOE, RO Assignments, Element Assignment, and Part Assignment.
  • Analyzed and compared MBOM markups for Specs updates with Part consumption report, EBOM, and Routing operation Report using data from SAP.
  • Meticulously performed HVA analysis to discover potential hardware commonization prospects, leading to notable cost reduction. Successfully implemented part commonization strategies within the same station for optimal space utilization.
  • Effectively supervised a team comprising non-Deere personnel by assigning work responsibilities, closely monitoring progress on dashboard platform, clarifying any uncertainties or concerns in a timely manner, and concluding projects in collaboration with unit stakeholders.
  • Developed activities for the test department in line with available resources, focusing on part management and instructions based on test inputs.
  • Designed and implemented a user-friendly Power BI dashboard on Microsoft SharePoint for centralized monitoring of Billing, Project Requests, Training, and Employee Engagement details.
  • Enhanced productivity at the Ottumwa factory through the creation of the MPP Health Power BI dashboard, which facilitates the identification of tasks with or without elements, OMS, RO for proactive actions using EDL and SAP HANA.

Senior Engineer

John Deere
Pune
02.2018 - 03.2020
  • Acquired proficiency in technical authoring tools such as methods, Photoshop, Creo-View, Illustrator, and Arbortext Editor to produce high-quality content.
  • Utilized expertise in project management to execute tasks related to 5D (BSIV), 5E, and 3D projects. Additionally, contributed to the creation of operator's manuals, repairs technical manuals, and installation instructions.
  • Managed all aspects of manual creation, including writing technical content, producing visuals, and performing detailed reviews to ensure accuracy and consistency.
  • Introduced innovative solution to enhance technical content on Innovation platforms, resulting in strong stakeholder appreciation.

Engine Testing Engineer

Cummins
Pune
06.2014 - 02.2018
  • Utilized ESWs, Tech profile, DFMEA tools for creating component and system level Design validation plans.
  • Coordinated stakeholder meetings to elicit project requirements, component testing specifications, and timelines, and formulate an effective test strategy.
  • Successfully carried out testing activities, evaluated results, and communicated outcomes in collaborative team discussions.
  • Utilized problem-solving process, including Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) and Root Cause Analysis (RCA), to identify failure causes and develop effective mitigation plans.
  • Demonstrated expertise in overseeing the planning and execution of multiple engine test cycles like ESC, ETC, and WHTC at ARAI, FEV,and Engine Test Cells.
  • Completed two projects as part of Green Belt training: a) Conducted MSA for doser performance testing. b) Developed Power BI Tool dashboard for Test Data.
  • Executed Vibration testing on TATA Vehicles to identify and interpret failures in the After-treatment system using RLDA.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

SVERI's College of Engineering
Pandharpur
06-2014

Skills

  • Creo View
  • Auto CAD
  • Assembly Process Planning
  • Industrial engineering, 5S, Lean Manufacturing
  • Test Planning and Execution
  • Diesel Engine, Aftertreatment and Emission Norms
  • Power BI
  • DFMEA, DVP&R, ESW
  • Windchill, EBOM, MBOM
  • Six Sigma Tools

Languages

Marathi
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2

Affiliations

  • Active Member of MESA in College
  • Departmental Event Manager in Cummins and John Deere
  • SWE Member FY 2021

Accomplishments

  • Star Award for Prototype Listing in 2014
  • Star Award for Inducing air in Outlet tube of doser to check the fuel economy in 2016
  • Star of the Team for Nov 2022 for valuable contribution in H&F project

Certification

  • Six Sigma Certification in 2016
  • R1 Women Leadership Program in 2022

Timeline

Manufacturing Engineer

John Deere
03.2020 - 05.2024

Senior Engineer

John Deere
02.2018 - 03.2020

Engine Testing Engineer

Cummins
06.2014 - 02.2018

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

SVERI's College of Engineering
Snehal Gidde