SWAPNALI MADANE
Pune
Summary
Automotive Product Design Engineer with 3.5+ years of experience in interior systems, plastic component design, and vehicle integration for Mercedes-Benz programs. Skilled in CAD modeling (NX/CATIA), design optimization, CAE collaboration, and innovative concept development to deliver robust, manufacturable interior solutions.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
4
4
Languages
Work History
Product Design Engineer
Mercedes benz research and development India
08.2023 - Current
- Led NPD and interior systems development, improving assembly feasibility by 18% through optimized packaging and integration studies.
- Designed and developed interior plastic components (IP, seats, ducts, consoles, carpets, foams, pillar trims), delivering 80+ high-quality CAD models aligned with Mercedes-Benz standards.
- Developed a floor-integrated storage box with a motorized foot-massager for GLE 570, reducing design iterations by 30% through early feasibility and kinematic validations.
- Executed 3D modeling, drawings, surfacing, motion analysis, and DMU studies using Siemens NX; performed tooling feasibility, benchmarking, and R&D investigations, reducing rework by 25%.
- Supported seat mechanisms, seat positioning, duct routing, and wiring harness routing, contributing to 50+ cross-functional reviews with CAE, testing, suppliers, and manufacturing teams.
- Maintained 98% BOM accuracy through effective Engineering Client usage, DFMEA/DFM/DFA/DFS practices, GD&T application, and strong CAX workflow management.
Graduate Engineer Trainee
Mercedes benz research and development India
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Gained foundational experience in interior trim engineering—cockpit, door trims, IP, storage systems, and steering trim components.
- Trained on Siemens NX for part modeling, assembly, drafting, and basic surfacing.
- Worked with Smaragd for release processes, documentation, and maturity tracking.
- Supported designers in CAD updates, drawing corrections, feasibility checks, and engineering changes.
- Learned fundamentals of plastic part design—draft, tooling, wall thickness, ribs, bosses, and best practices.
- Participated in design reviews and cross-functional discussions, building strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Education
Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) - Mechanical Engineering
MKSSS’s Cummins College of Engineering for Women
Pune, India01-2022
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering - undefined
Government Polytechnic
Pune, India01-2019
Skills
NX
CATIA V5
Smaragd
Engineering Client
GD&T
Kinematics
DMU
DFMEA
DFM/DFA/DFS
CAE Interpretation
Accomplishments
- Created an innovative floor-integrated storage + motorized foot-massager concept for the GLE 570, enhancing comfort functionality.
- Resolved packaging issues across IP, seats, ducts, consoles, carpets, foams, and pillar trims through feasibility and DMU analysis, boosting integration efficiency by ~20%.
Certification
Lean six sigma Black Belt
COURSES
- Agile Product Lifecycle management 2023
- German Language-B1
Timeline
Product Design Engineer
Mercedes benz research and development India
08.2023 - Current
Graduate Engineer Trainee
Mercedes benz research and development India
08.2022 - 08.2023
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering - undefined
Government Polytechnic
Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) - Mechanical Engineering
MKSSS’s Cummins College of Engineering for Women