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
Product lifecycle management
DFM and DFA methodologies
GD&T expertise
Tolerance stack up analysis
DFMEA development
Analytical problem solving
Lean Six Sigma certification
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