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Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

1) Developed a comprehensive strategy to differentiate the company's EV offerings from competitors, emphasizing innovation. This included investing in the study of new technologies, Leading IPR, and exploring novel approaches to tackle industry challenges. 2) Prioritized sustainability and efficiency in EV design and development, optimizing battery performance, reducing energy consumption, and exploring renewable energy sources and charging solutions. 3) Fostered strategic collaborations with industry partners, suppliers, and academic institutions to leverage expertise, share knowledge, and accelerate technology development, driving the company's growth and market position. 4) Key Projects: a) Pantograph on Bus as opportunity charging, b) Solar Panel as a range extender for eBus c) New material for weight + cost reduction d) Vehicle in-cabin air quality improvement as one of the UXs e) Integrated motor compressor and pump f) Inhouse Motor controller and inverter design in partnership with AL Adv Engg Team.5) High-Performing Team Leadership: Built and led a high-performing team by hiring and developing top talent, providing guidance and mentorship, and fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning, resulting in enhanced productivity and team cohesion. 6) Successfully managed the department's budget, effectively allocating resources to support research and development projects. Prioritized initiatives, tracked expenditures, and ensured efficient resource utilization to achieve strategic goals and optimize cost-effectiveness.

Chennai Area, India

Manager EDS & PS (Electricals): 01Jan2022 – 31May2022Led EDS & PS function for New Ford Ranger, overseeing ICE, PHEV, BEV. Built a skilled team, adhered to program objectives, and ensured design, CAE analysis, launch, and quality of Wiring Harness, Starter Motor, Battery, and alternator.Manager Transmission & Driveline Engg.: 22Aug2014 – 31Dec2021Headed TDE ((Transmission & Driveline Engg.) for Ford India B-Cars (EcoSport, Figo, Freestyle, Aspire). Achieved optimized launch of B562MCA, initiated Powertrain CAE Team, managed P&L, and drove continuous improvement.Led the Bx772 and Bx744 vehicle programs, starting from pre-program approval to setting attribute and cost targets, culminating in the final launch, and continued quality monitoring.Highlights:- Won Transmission of the Year 2018 award @ IATIA for Manual (MX65) & Automatic (6F15).- Strategically selected suppliers, achieving benchmark quality and cost.- Secured VA/VE savings ~ $220K/year for 4 years, attained 91% localization for TDE commodities.- Received Ford Asia Pacific Award twice for exceptional quality launch of EcoSport and Freestyle.

Chennai Area, India

Senior Manager / General Manager - Design and Product Engineering:- Led Engineering division at Allison Transmission India, overseeing design, development, Application Engineering, and CAE functions.- Contributed to India's organizational strategy and goals, collaborating with global leaders to enhance capacity and capability for local business growth.- Successfully piloted deployment of Allison's global project management system (VAS), improving project execution capabilities.- Assisted in achieving TS16949:2009 certification for Allison Integrated Management System (IMS).- Provided visionary leadership, mentored team members, and ensured projects met cost, quality, and timeline requirements.

Pune Area, India

Driven Driveline Design Engineer | Innovator & Efficiency Expert | Award-Winning Project Leada. Led driveline design for a pioneering Small MUV (25 HP) as part of TDP-India, earning Innovation and Star of the Month accolades from John Deere's top management.b. Designed a functional prototype of a Vertical Axle, showcasing expertise in Axle Housing, Shaft, Bevel Gear, Housing Cover, Bearings, Bearing Retainer, and Pulley.c. Key contributor to a DFSS project, optimizing drivetrain efficiency for an AA Transmission-based tractor through rigorous testing and power-loss issue resolution.d. Developed new MFWD (Mechanical Front wheel drive) with AA transmission for NA marker application: Design, Development and Validation.e. Successfully executed value engineering, achieving INR 2.5 million in annual savings through "S - Transmission Casting Optimization.f. Notable patent disclosures for "Dual-speed by directional PTO adaptor (Patent 82/MUM/2012)" and "Vertical Axle with Articulating Final Drive

Bangalore

Sales and Marketing Professional | Technical Lead in Powertrain & Driveline | Driving Business Growth & Customer Value: 7 Years @ Timken 1) Key Account Manager - Process Industry: a) Successfully managed and developed base business with Metal, PowerGen, and Cement industries, generating approximately US $2.5 million per year. 2) Project Lead / Sr. App Engg / Application Engineer: a) Led product rationalization processes, and spearheaded Rocker Arm design and development initiatives. b) Managed application engineering support for global OEMs, including Allison, Getrag-Ford, GIF, Xtrac, Toyota, Gagiano, Tremec, and VW.c) Provided bearing analysis support for Powertrain and Driveline, securing significant business opportunities.Notable Achievements:- Led analysis and technical support for Allison AX10, 11, and 12, contributing to customer satisfaction and growth.- Conducted a comprehensive analysis of GFT IB5 Transaxle bearings, resulting in a $2 million per year business opportunity.- Streamlined product rationalization processes, saving over US $11 million.- Validated USA-sourced bearings for Toyota U660E Automatic Transmission, earning Timken's nomination for the USA Transplant Business.- Recognized as a core-bearing expert and trainer, contributing to knowledge sharing and team development.

Beml R&D

Design and Developmet of Transmission (Gear Box) and PTO.1) BH35-2 Power take-off (PTO). 2) Design Team Member: BL54 Transmission3) BH44 Transmission Analysis.

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B Tech, Mechanical Engineering