Pruthviraj Kasturi Email & Phone Number

Pune, Maharashtra, India

• Designed a Goods-To-Person module using Siemens NX for warehouse automation systems in collaboration with Dematic's R&D team based out of Grand Rapids
• Used NX Nastran to perform FEA to assess structural rigidity of conveyors and Modules for specific MTBH (Material To Be Handled).
• Coordinated with Manufacturing team at Jinan, China, to seamlessly integrate design specification into the production process while ensuring adherence to North American Standards.
• Supported all stages of product development including Detail design, prototyping, DFM, DFA while effectively tracking product lifecycle of the GTP Module using Siemens Teamcenter.

Pune, Maharashtra, India

• Designed automated conveyor and sortation system layouts for supply chain optimization.
• Generated system throughput, optimizing productivity and dimensional requirements for approval packages while complying with safety regulations and ergonomics.
• Created installation drawings and troubleshooted issues occurring during installation by providing support.

Mysore, Karnataka, India

• Analyzed production data to identify bottle necks and areas for improvement in Two wheeler Engine assembly processes.
• Performed Root Cause Analysis to identify Value Analysis/Value Engineering processes in the assembly process and assessed operator utilization using Standard Work Combination Table (SWCT).
• In collaboration with engine assembly manager and industry mentor, I streamlined the process, enhancing the machining cell's efficiency by 10.5% and reducing the daily man power requirement by 20%.
• Assisted in design and execution of tests to validate process and ensure they meet quality and safety standards.

• Was involved in designing and fabrication of powertrain package, featuring centralized engine placement, Spool differential design and a larger rear sprocket for better acceleration.
• Designed an air intake system for the KTM 390 engine and optimized it for better volumetric efficiency and improved throttle response using ANSYS CFD.
• Conducted Dynamic vehicle testing across various track conditions to validate overall performance and identify areas of improvement.