Prashant Bhalani Email & Phone Number

Pune, Mh, In

- HMI Design Lead for Caterpillar - leading construction and mining machinery company.Scope of Work:- Formulated UX Strategy and developed Design System foundations for Mining Vehicle Interface - Conducted Ecosystem Research to drive strategic design insights.- Designed User Flows and structured Information Architecture for effective user navigation and consistency across various machine interfaces.- Created Wireframes and Prototypes to visualize and iterate on design solutions.- Agile UX environment Key Work Highlights:- Developed HMI Design Strategy and established design system foundations.- Created digital in-machine solutions aimed at enhancing productivity and reducing operator effort. - Improved Digital Mine Model Building Workflow

Pune, Maharashtra, India

Scope of Work:- Conducted primary and secondary research to understand user needs.- Developed initial sketch ideas, exploratory sketches for Machine Interior and rendering using Adobe Photoshop and Blender.- Specialized in HMI Design, including UX research, journey mapping, wireframing, and prototyping.- Performed ergonomics and usability studies through VR applications.- Created 3D concepts with Blender and Alias.- Focused on design visualization.Key Projects (2021-2023):Intelli Dig & Grad Interface: Designed an interface to assist operators in precise trenching and slope creation. Launched at EXCON, Bangalore, in May 2022. Next Gen Backhoe Interior: Developed foundational sketches for a new interior design, establishing the next-generation DNA for JCB interiors. Enhanced cabin space and ergonomics using VR technology. Learn more.JCB Skid Steer USA Interior Upgrade: Currently in production, focused on upgrading the interior for the US market.AR/VR Initiatives: Led AR/VR projects aimed at improving JCB's service and training processes.

Pune Area, India

Assistant Manager Industrial DesignScope of Work:- Desk Research , Sketch Concepts, Lo-fi Wireframes, Detailed designs using Photoshop.- Engaged in Digital Modelling and Prototyping.- Conducted Usability Testing to refine designs and ensure user effectiveness.Key Projects:116 Soil Compactor: Designed sketch concepts for the HMI console, enhancing information visibility for improved safety. Developed exterior bonnet concepts incorporating new JCB design DNA and optimized cooling intake.Skid Steer India Interior Upgrade: Redesigned ergonomics for switches and controls, improved front console visibility, and enhanced HVAC controls. Integrated the new JCB design DNA with a focus on maintainability.BSIV 140T Excavator Full Interior Upgrade: Enhanced HVAC systems, visibility, and storage solutions. Introduced a next-generation digital interface with a minimalistic design approach.

Bangalore

Scope Of Work:- Desk Research & Technology Scouting- Interior Concept Sketches For Tata Elxsi Car Concept- Alstom Prima II Electric Locomotive Exterior Design https://www.alstom.com/press-releases-news/2020/5/alstoms-first-prima-electric-locomotive-delivered-indian-railways-begins

Post Graduation, Automotive & Transportation Design, Cpi 7.48, B+

Bachelor Of Engineering (B.E.), Mechanical Engineering, Distinction( 8.45 Cgpa)

Activities and Societies: Society Of Automotive Engineers (SAE) Mechanical Engineering

Hsc, Science, 86%

Higher Secondary Education