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•Extensive experience in design and development of Driveline integration such as Front axle, Steering systems for commercial Vehicle (Heavy duty Truck, Tippers & EV bus).•Proficient in safety analysis, including DFMEA and durability testing (vertical endurance for forged and casting components) in line with TML standards.•Led vehicle integration projects involving front axle, steering, suspension, brakes, and chassis aggregates.• Design & development of Forging and casting components with critical calculations and CAE analysis by consideration of desirable performance requirements CFT like RLDA, SLA, IDT, ODT, Proto shop for Front axle aggregate.•Contributed to ICR project ideas for M&HCV, ILCV, buses etc.•Skilled in using change management tools like DMU, DML, and DCR for efficient design modifications.• Packaging study (DMU), Envelope generations and stack up analysis, CAE report study and desirable action on it.• Design and Development of BTP Parts & supplier parts: Casting, Forging, sheet metal components such as Balljoints, Bush Parts, Link, Arm & Mounting brackets by considering DFM, DFA and DFS.Handling Procurement activities such as SOR, CTR, TRSO, TMKO, DVP Report Study, DFMEA, 4D problem solving.•Expertise in general engineering practices: DFM, DFA, and DFS, TRSO, TKO, SOR ensuring cost-effective solutions.•Conducted static and dynamic analysis testing, including steering lock angle and wheel track calculation, using articulation and simulation tools.•Implemented VAVE strategies to drive cost reduction and improve product efficiency.•Led packaging studies, feasibility evaluations, and layout finalization for structural components.

Worked in the Kitchen & Bath division at Kohler India, collaborating with Canada-based client (Hytec) on the creation of casting models using CREO 5.0 for products like bathtubs, GENSET components, and plastic mountings. Led the development of complex assemblies including integral apron bathtubs, receptors, and OSB assemblies, ensuring precision with GD&T in manufacturing drawings. Proficient in WINDCHILL PDM for SKU association, attribute promotion, and large assembly migration.

Collecting and understanding the customer requirements, benchmarking for the variety of automotive components.Modelling & drafting of product (sheet metal & casting) to meet the functional requirement.Worked on Skeleton modelling, Parametric welding, routed Tube and Hose as per requirement.Exposed to GD&T, DVA and Design calculations for optimum design and to sustain the load/ stress.Worked for Installation drawing such as Cradle assembly unit, Large brackets, side Panel, Head assembly etc.Involved in documentation like design reports,BOM, Costing sheet, design audit, etc.