Sourav Gulati
Vadodara
Summary
Energetic engineer, enthusiastic about developing a deeper understanding of engineering design and leadership. Natural leader and networker with a hardworking, resourceful, and competitive nature.
15 years of experience in complete automation of packaging line designing (primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging), solutions for storage systems, warehouse, AGV, AMR, RGV and material handling equipment, dock solutions, layout design, project management, vendor coordination, and technical support.
Collaborative team player with a proven track record of delivering multiple, concurrent projects in fast-paced environments.
Expert in conducting FAT (Factory Acceptance Test) and SAT (Site Acceptance Test), committed to safe commissioning and quality assurance.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Discipline Lead
L & T Technology and Services
09.2022 - Current
- Led the successful execution of a complex packaging project involving eight integrated lines, covering primary, secondary, and end-of-line packaging operations.
- Value engineering for an automation project to implement ASRS for storage, and AGVs for tote movement within the factory, aims to enhance the overall operation by reducing manual interventions.
- Managed vendor selection, procurement, and installation of equipment, ensuring adherence to timelines, budget, and performance specifications.
- Design of Packaging & Warehouse (Option analysis, Calculations, preparation of Layouts, URS/RFQ, Vendor offer evaluation etc.
- Vendor co-ordination, technical discussions and review.
- Provided technical mentorship and leadership, guiding junior engineers and fostering a collaborative, high-performance design culture
- Conducted FAT and SAT of all 8 lines on-site.
Design Engineering Manager
Xolertic Asia Pvt Ltd
01.2021 - 08.2022
- Work in close collaboration with customer for prototype of Chain pack solution start from Primary packaging of sachets, diverting one lane of chain into multiple lane using Channelizer, folding of Sachet string, bundle of multiple folded chains, Strap banding, Shrink wrapping and Robotic Pick and place into carton, Check weigh, Metal detector, intermediate conveyors, Palletizer and Stretch wrap and integrate ASRS system.
- Develop and maintain professional knowledge of new and emerging trends in Primary / secondary / tertiary packaging technology. Identify areas of opportunity to implement these new technologies into packaging automation solutions.
- Work closely with customers for multiple packaging lines layout options considering space optimization and efficient solution e.g., visited one prestigious customer to understand space, production, hurdles in current packaging system, and other factors to prepare optimized and efficient design solution.
- Build and maintain relationships with global CoE, external customers, suppliers, and other functional groups.
- Selection of commercial items, e.g., servo motors, gearboxes, pneumatics, sensors, and conveyor belts.
- Involvement in FAT and SAT of the equipment/Lines.
- Conduct elementary design calculations for machine e.g., load, torque, power, cycle speed and static analysis at component level.
- Led a team of 9 people for Technology Transfer.
- Excellent people management skills for coaching and team development.
- Involvement in implementing Product Data Management (PDM) to reduce development error, improve productivity and optimize operational resources.
R&D Manager
Clearpack India Pvt Ltd
09.2018 - 12.2020
- Developed, integrate complete line solution starts from Primary packaging, intermediate conveyors, Case Erectors, Robotic Case packer, Case sealer, Check weigher, metal detector, Spiral conveyor, Robotic palletizer, Pallet dispenser & Pallet Stretch Wrapping unit for Oil pouch.
- Work closely on packaging (primary, secondary and tertiary) across entire product range to evaluate opportunities for optimizing on basis of evolving market and business needs.
- Calculation & selection of commercial items e.g., Servo motors, Gearbox, Pneumatics, Sensors, Conveyor belts.
- Checked design compliance with product specifications and standards requirements.
- Work closely with sales and customers to define project requirements and develop solutions.
- Executed 26 Robotic Case Packers design in one years with team of 5 people.
- Developed new vendor for Automation and saved 16 Lac/Case Packer and saved approximately 16% in one Case packer.
- Visited customers worldwide to understand their requirement in existing machine to improve efficiency e.g., Unilever Indonesia, CP Food Thailand, Pantai Thailand, Pioneer Packaging Malaysia.
- Build and maintain relationships with global CoE, external customers, suppliers, and other functional groups.
Design Manager
Hassia Packaging Pvt. Ltd
03.2018 - 09.2018
- Worked on a common project with Hassia and Clearpack.
- Developed a complete project primary packaging and secondary packaging solution for a customer by working with both organization together.
- Maintain same standard of manufacturing and safety as per customer compliance.
- Handled team of total 5 people in both organization.
- Design review, proof of concept and validation for complete line project.
- Multiple customer visit to execute complete line project.
Senior Design Engineer
Clearpack India Pvt Ltd
02.2015 - 03.2018
- Use SolidWorks to develop designs and 3D models of parts and large assemblies.
- Supported engineering design development through analysis and simulation of prototypes and 3D computer models.
- Created parts for various fabrication methods, including machining, sheet metal fabrication and injection molding.
- Applications suitable grippers, made optimum layouts and proven Cycle times.
- Bought-out BOM preparation and coordination with suppliers.
- Interacted with project leaders and stakeholders to define requirements and generate and maintain design development documents.
- Developed, tested and assessed alternative design models and processing methods.
- Build and maintain relationships with global CoE, external customers, suppliers, and other functional groups.
Design Engineer
Khosla Machines Pvt Ltd
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Assisted in development of Side Load Packing testing systems, including automated Product in feed and Carton erection equipment.
- Part of development team of Soap wrapping and Banding machine.
- Prepared 3D Modeling, 2D drafting, Bill of Material for packaging machines.
- Selection of Pneumatics, Motors and Gearbox etc.
- Prepared Engineering Change Note for continuous improvement.
- Created parts for various fabrication methods, including machining, sheet metal fabrication and injection molding
- Conceptual drawing and Detailed Design Approval Layout drawing preparation.
- Bought-out BOM preparation and coordination with suppliers.
Project and Design Engineer
Osaw Agro Industries Pvt Ltd
08.2010 - 12.2013
- Increased customer satisfaction by resolving issues during installation and commissioning.
- Collaborated with Application to achieve accuracy of machines.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Planned and forecasted labor hours for new installations, reducing hours by 20% to save INR 80,000.
- Preparation of preliminary layout drawing based on RFQ/ Technical Data request
Education
Diploma in Cad Engineering - Design Software
Centre For Development of Advanced Computing
Mohali06.2013
Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering
Kurukshetra University Kurukshetra
Barwala Panchkula07.2010
Higher Secondary Certificate - Non Medical
Arya Senior Secondary School
Naraingarh05.2006
Secondary School Certificate - Hindi
Govt High School
Rasulpur04.2004
Skills
- Factory automation
- Packaging design
- Mechanical engineering and AutoCAD
- SolidWorks expertise
- Product development
- Team leadership
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Analytical thinking
- Warehouse design strategies
- Process improvement initiatives
- Vendor management
- Customer relationship management
- Technical mentorship
Accomplishments
• Awarded the Best Performance of the Year for contributions to the Pouch Case Packer Project in 2015.
• Promoted to Senior Design Engineer in 12 months.
• Awarded Lead Engineer of the Year for leading a team on multiple projects in 2016.
• Promoted to Design Manager in 24 months.
• Supervised a team of 9 staff members.
• Awarded a letter of appreciation in 2020 for going above and beyond during the pandemic.
• Developed a gantry with 120 kg and 220 kg payloads with a European team.
• Completed a technology transfer project in 4 months in 2021.
• Completed Value Engineering on a Warehouse project by reducing 10% of capex.
• Promoted to Senior Design Engineer in 12 months.
• Awarded Lead Engineer of the Year for leading a team on multiple projects in 2016.
• Promoted to Design Manager in 24 months.
• Supervised a team of 9 staff members.
• Awarded a letter of appreciation in 2020 for going above and beyond during the pandemic.
• Developed a gantry with 120 kg and 220 kg payloads with a European team.
• Completed a technology transfer project in 4 months in 2021.
• Completed Value Engineering on a Warehouse project by reducing 10% of capex.
Languages
- Hindi
- English
- Punjabi
Personal Information
Certification
Operations Management Foundations
Certified SOLIDWORKS Professional in Mechanical Design
Certified SOLIDWORKS Professional in Sheet Metal
Contact
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sourav-gulati-73b15058
Singing, Listen Music, Playing Cricket
I love singing, usually attended all the company and family functions and sung songs on every occasion.
I have played Cricket at state level and I was captain of my School, College and Village cricket team.
Timeline
Senior Discipline Lead
L & T Technology and Services
09.2022 - Current
Design Engineering Manager
Xolertic Asia Pvt Ltd
01.2021 - 08.2022
R&D Manager
Clearpack India Pvt Ltd
09.2018 - 12.2020
Design Manager
Hassia Packaging Pvt. Ltd
03.2018 - 09.2018
Senior Design Engineer
Clearpack India Pvt Ltd
02.2015 - 03.2018
Design Engineer
Khosla Machines Pvt Ltd
01.2014 - 01.2015
Project and Design Engineer
Osaw Agro Industries Pvt Ltd
08.2010 - 12.2013
Diploma in Cad Engineering - Design Software
Centre For Development of Advanced Computing
Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering
Kurukshetra University Kurukshetra
Higher Secondary Certificate - Non Medical
Arya Senior Secondary School
Secondary School Certificate - Hindi
Govt High School