Hi, I’m
VIVEK K T
Bangalore
Summary
Experienced engineering professional with a robust 15-year background in design and development, currently with Visteon, a prominent Tier 1 automobile supplier. Demonstrated expertise in engineering design and product development, consistently achieving results that positively impact organizational success.
Overview
17
years of professional experience
3
Certifications
4
Languages
Work History
Visteon
Senior Project Engineer
09.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Led engineering projects for vehicle instrument clusters, HUD and Silver Boxes for TATA, Ford, Skoda/VW, Royal Enfield, TVS.
- Managed RFQs for audio systems and battery management devices with global OEMs.
- Designed and developed displays, silver boxes, and instrument clusters with precise tolerances.
- Resolved development and validation issues, ensuring product quality throughout project lifecycle.
- Interacted with customers to fulfill mechanical requirements and coordinated with suppliers for timely deliverables.
- Conducted DFMEA, tolerance stack-up analysis, DFM, and DFA to enhance product reliability.
- Mentored junior engineers, promoting professional growth and improving team performance.
- Analyzed project risks, developing mitigation strategies to secure project success.
Inteva Products
Project Engineer
08.2014 - 09.2020
Job overview
- Designed vehicle side door and lift gate latches for clients including TATA, Ford, Mahindra, and PSA.
- Facilitated RFQ submissions for Indian OEMs regarding side door latches.
- Created quality designs consistent with defined tolerances.
- Applied CETOL methodology for effective tolerance stack assessments.
- Conducted benchmarking initiatives focused on cost-effective solutions.
- Resolved latch validation issues, ensuring adherence to quality specifications.
- Coordinated comprehensive project documentation as team SPOC to support knowledge retention.
- Interfaced with customers to ensure requirement fulfillment and design reviews through DFMEA.
Tech Mahindra (Formerly Mahindra Satyam)
Senior Engineer – Aerospace Engineering Services
06.2011 - 07.2014
Job overview
- Product Line Support of turboprop business aircraft – research and providing validated design for production units- Hawker Beechcraft
- Responsible for providing quality designs with permissible tolerance.
- Responsible for verifying design and implementation of Engineering change requests.
- Anchored many pilot projects and engineered assembly orientation with desired results.
- Have successfully worked on catia V5 for many complex projects.
- Logical thinking and providing visual work instruction for manufacture of complex composite parts- Lear Jet Bombardier.
- Led cross-functional teams to optimize engineering processes and improve project delivery timelines.
- Mentored junior engineers, providing guidance on best practices and technical solutions.
- Spearheaded the implementation of new technologies, enhancing operational efficiency and system performance.
- Developed and executed strategic plans for project enhancements, aligning with organizational goals.
- Led engineering teams to successfully complete projects on time and within budget.
Geinfo Tech pvt ltd
Senior Engineer
11.2010 - 06.2011
Job overview
- Facilitated turboprop business aircraft production by delivering essential design support.
- Developed precise machining drawings in Inventor for Parker.
- Maintained rigorous quality standards throughout the design process.
- Generated manufacturing drawings and 3D models to enhance operational efficiency.
BHEL
Engineering apprentice in GT technology department
02.2010 - 11.2010
Job overview
- Analysing different manufacturing strategies and provide technical documentation.
- Design jigs and fixtures of Frame 6FA and Frame 9 gas turbine.
- Assisted Manufacturing Engineer in Frame 6FA gas turbine
MEPL & Graphica design solutions
Engineering apprentice in GT technology department
01.2009 - 12.2009
Job overview
- Performed bus structure designs in CATIA for projects with JCBL and Kannapa Motors.
- Assisted in vehicle rollover testing simulations using Hypermesh and LS Dyna at CIRT.
- Engineered packaging box designs in AutoCAD for Deccan Explosives.
Education
LBS College of Engineering, Kannur University
B.Tech from Mechanical Engineering
01.2008
University Overview
GPA: 64.8
Bharatiya Vidya BhavanKannur
AISSCE from CBSE
01.2004
University Overview
GPA: 76.6
Bharatiya Vidya BhavanKannur
AISSE from CBSE
01.2002
University Overview
GPA: 82.2
Skills
CAD software proficiency
Certification
Mechanical Computer Aided Design certified from M.S. Ramaiah School of Advanced Studies.
Awards and Recognition
Awarded Pat on Back from Mahindra Satyam for being a fast learner and delivering quality drawings meeting the tight schedule., Recognised multiple times for program Execution & documentation at Visteon., Recognised multiple times for program Execution during development of Latches, Recognised for the work on RFQ at Inteva.
Declaration
I hereby assure you that all the above information given by me is true to the best of my knowledge. Yours Sincerely VIVEK.KT 2024-08-24
Personal Profile
- Date of Birth : 1986-02-15
- Nationality : Indian
- Permanent Address : Prameelalayam, PO Koodali, Kannur, Kerala
- Residential Address : Basavanagar, Bangalore, Karnataka -560043
Timeline
Senior Project Engineer
Visteon
09.2020 - Current
Project Engineer
Inteva Products
08.2014 - 09.2020
Senior Engineer – Aerospace Engineering Services
Tech Mahindra (Formerly Mahindra Satyam)
06.2011 - 07.2014
Senior Engineer
Geinfo Tech pvt ltd
11.2010 - 06.2011
Engineering apprentice in GT technology department
BHEL
02.2010 - 11.2010
Engineering apprentice in GT technology department
MEPL & Graphica design solutions
01.2009 - 12.2009
LBS College of Engineering, Kannur University
B.Tech from Mechanical Engineering
Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan
AISSCE from CBSE
Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan
AISSE from CBSE