About Me:Welcome to my LinkedIn profile! I am a dynamic and motivated professional with over 6 years of experience in the B.I.W (Body in White) domain across both Passenger and Commercial Vehicle segments. My expertise extends to working in multicultural and transcontinental setups, where I excel in conflict management and de-escalating situations.Skills:My proficiency includes CAD tools such as CATIA V5, CATIA V6, and NX 11.0, as well as PLM tools like Siemens Teamcenter and Windchill. I am well-versed in CAE tools like Altair Inspire and ANSYS. In addition to technical skills, my core competence lies in sheet metal forming, aluminum casting, extrusion, and Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) and Serviceability (DFS). I have extensive knowledge in vehicle regulations, metal joining technology, GD&T, and stakeholder management.Project Management Skills:I have a proven track record in project management, with expertise in APQP, PPAP, DFMEA, Agile methodologies, and tools like JIRA. My problem-solving skills include using 8D methodologies, 5M/Ishikawa diagrams, and Pugh Matrix for concept selection.Professional Experience:In my current role as a Manager/Engineer in B.I.W at Volvo Group Truck Technologies, I lead the design efforts for FH and FM High Roof subsystems, ensuring compliance with EURO NCAP standards. I am also adept at resolving production issues through RCA and 8D problem-solving.During my tenure at TATA Technologies LTD., I contributed as a Design Engineer for Jaguar Land Rover, specializing in body and chassis engineering. I successfully led projects related to front-end grill opening panels, body side outer sub-assemblies, and body side reinforcement assemblies.Achievements:I take pride in being recognized for my contributions, including receiving the Team of the Quarter award for IGNITE Cost Savings and being honored as Champion of the Quarter for Bracket Validation Support.Academic Background:I hold a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology. My academic project involved designing a UAV for SAE Aero Design, showcasing my leadership skills as the CADD Head.I am passionate about leveraging my skills and experiences to drive innovation and excellence in the field of B.I.W.
Tata Elxsi -Jlr
-
Lead Design EngineerTata Elxsi -Jlr Dec 2021 - PresentBangalore Urban, Karnataka, India• Design integration of powertrain - Base Engine (AJ22P6 –MHEV/PHEV)• Conceptual work and New Product Development, Design solutions to existing products, manufacturing solutions from concept level work for the whole Engine assembly.• Design optimization proposal are done by validating new product with existing one to achieve cost reduction by setting weight targets to the all commodity of the engine unit.• Responsible for preparing EBOM & conducting Design reviews like DFA, DFM and… Show more • Design integration of powertrain - Base Engine (AJ22P6 –MHEV/PHEV)• Conceptual work and New Product Development, Design solutions to existing products, manufacturing solutions from concept level work for the whole Engine assembly.• Design optimization proposal are done by validating new product with existing one to achieve cost reduction by setting weight targets to the all commodity of the engine unit.• Responsible for preparing EBOM & conducting Design reviews like DFA, DFM and feasibility reviews for Unit assembly and sub assembly wise.• 3D annotation using Catia V5 & data release in team center as per project time plan.• Project management of engine weight targets and deliverables, including future target setting and balancing, analysis and validation.• Calculations of mass properties from geometry and its unit values.• Responsible for Coordination of generations and maintenance of vehicle mass properties models. • Assist the weight attributes leaders by populations of loading EBOM and related documents to meets target.• Create status report and support system design, Functional/Technical reviews, Virtual build events and module meetings.• Achieve programme deadlines as defined by gateway deliverables by Agile Documentation such as JIRA.• Leading regular internal design reviews during the virtual Series phase and major reviews within the respective integration team members.• Interaction with supplier & Manufacturing team to review the design critically in terms of manufacturing aspects. Show less
-
Design EngineerSoftlogic Systems Aug 2017 - Jan 2018Chennai Area, India• Designing the Interior Door trim of IB (I20- Variant), by using master section provided by client.• Experience in Plastic Component Design according to its guidelines, Materials, B-side Features & Remedies of Defect.• Creation of “B & C” surface, maintain uniform wall thickness according to manufacturing feasibility.• Expertise in creating Engineering features, Tooling direction and Draft analysis. • Fixation by adding supporting features by using 3-2-1 assembly… Show more • Designing the Interior Door trim of IB (I20- Variant), by using master section provided by client.• Experience in Plastic Component Design according to its guidelines, Materials, B-side Features & Remedies of Defect.• Creation of “B & C” surface, maintain uniform wall thickness according to manufacturing feasibility.• Expertise in creating Engineering features, Tooling direction and Draft analysis. • Fixation by adding supporting features by using 3-2-1 assembly principle.• Understanding the manufacturing implications of design changes catering to specific zones and developing feasible solutions.• Experience in creation of CAD Modelling, 2D Drawings & Bill of Materials Show less -
Graduate Engineering TraineeNvh India Auto Parts Pvt Ltd Apr 2016 - May 2017Chennai Area, India• Experience in developing the work plans In-dash and Luggage Mate insulation pad.• Worked with manufacturing engineering to ensure that component design meets the manufacturing assembly requirements.• Monitoring Process Execution as per Control plan and UPH.• Controlling rejections and rework and preparing counter measures.• Documenting all production records (UPH Sheet, Parameter check sheet, Maintenance check sheet).• Material movement and… Show more • Experience in developing the work plans In-dash and Luggage Mate insulation pad.• Worked with manufacturing engineering to ensure that component design meets the manufacturing assembly requirements.• Monitoring Process Execution as per Control plan and UPH.• Controlling rejections and rework and preparing counter measures.• Documenting all production records (UPH Sheet, Parameter check sheet, Maintenance check sheet).• Material movement and Implementing 3c & 5s. Show less
-
Technical LeaderCadd Centre Training Services Pvt Ltd. Dec 2014 - Mar 2016Chennai Area, India• Training the industrial professional and engineering students with CAD Tools (CREO, CATIA)• Enhancing them with the required skills. Technical Interaction with clients.• Supporting the sales and administration team technically by conducting workshops at colleges about CAD products.
Mani Vannan Skills
Mani Vannan Education Details
-
Master'S Certification In Complete Passenger Car Design & Product Development -
Bharat Matriculation Higher Secondary SchoolHsc -
Nalanda Matriculation Higher Secondary SchoolSslc
Frequently Asked Questions about Mani Vannan
What company does Mani Vannan work for?
Mani Vannan works for Tata Elxsi -Jlr
What is Mani Vannan's role at the current company?
Mani Vannan's current role is Lead Design Engineer at Tata Elxsi | Catia V6 | PLM | Design Integration.
What schools did Mani Vannan attend?
Mani Vannan attended M. S. Ramaiah University Of Applied Sciences, Skill-Lync, Archana Institute Of Technology, Bharat Matriculation Higher Secondary School, Nalanda Matriculation Higher Secondary School.
What skills is Mani Vannan known for?
Mani Vannan has skills like Solidworks, Autocad, Microsoft Office, C, Windows, Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, Microsoft Word, Engineering, Powerpoint, Ansys, C++.
Not the Mani Vannan you were looking for?
-
-
-
-
Mani Vannan
Bengaluru1gmail.com
Free Chrome Extension
Find emails, phones & company data instantly
Download 750 million emails and 100 million phone numbers
Access emails and phone numbers of over 750 million business users. Instantly download verified profiles using 20+ filters, including location, job title, company, function, and industry.
Start your free trial