Satish S Kulkarni

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Lead -Vehicle Dynamics and Testing -PCR-TBR-MCR @ BKT Tires
Mumbai, MH, IN
Satish S Kulkarni's Location
Vadodara, Gujarat, India, India
About Satish S Kulkarni

In last 25 years, I have had previlige to work with esteemed organisations as Mahindra and Mahindra,Piaggio,Apollo Tyres & MG motor India. I am upscaling myself in the industry ,from pure mechanical to technological advanced trends as ESC,ADAS,Connecting cars , intelligent tyres ,EV and HEVs.I am specialised in vehicle dynamics & vehicle attributes with long detail professional experience at domestic and international test tracks on complete vehicle as well as vehicle dynamics related evaluations with many global experts in the industry. My versatile experience spans in market studies, benchmarking, concept creation, proto developments, Validation, Labs and test facilities development,NPD processes, new R&D team development ,content creation ,Quality systems,ESG/EHS to internal -external customer satisfaction measurements and organisation culture development.

Satish S Kulkarni's Current Company Details
BKT Tires

Bkt Tires

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Lead -Vehicle Dynamics and Testing -PCR-TBR-MCR
Mumbai, MH, IN
Website:
bkt-tires.com
Employees:
3039
Satish S Kulkarni Work Experience Details
  • Bkt Tires
    Lead -Vehicle Dynamics And Testing -Pcr-Tbr-Mcr
    Bkt Tires
    Mumbai, Mh, In
  • Jsw Mg Motor India Pvt Ltd
    Asst.General Manager-Product Engineering
    Jsw Mg Motor India Pvt Ltd Nov 2023 - Present
    ✅ Strategic Leadership: Orchestrating vehicle test lab operations, proto build, and test track management, ensuring seamless execution of validation protocols.✅ Cross-Functional Collaboration: Leading Validation CFT meetings, fostering collaboration among diverse teams to drive critical problem solving ,value engineering,product excellence and innovation.✅ Resource Optimization: Spearheading resource management initiatives within Product Engineering, optimizing overall efficiency and enhancing project outcomes.✅Benchmarking: Instrumental in competitive intelligence and benchmarking efforts, empowering informed decision-making and driving cost reduction initiatives.✅ ESG,EHS,Compliance and Sustainability: Driving EHS/ESG process management within Product Engineering, ensuring adherence to IATF/IMS/EMS/5S standards with zero accident targets, and leading sustainability initiatives.✅Set new benchmark for developing awareness and discipline towards ESG/EHS within Product Engineering with openness and trust.✅ Organizational Transformation: Driving digitalization initiatives and process efficiency improvements, leveraging technology for a competitive advantage.✅ Talent Development: Mentoring and coaching teams and cultivating process capabilities, nurturing talent, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.✅ Showcasing result oriented administrative proficiency and capabilities for product Engineering.✅ Corporate Social Responsibility: Contributed as a core team member of CSR initiatives through MG Sewa, aligning business goals with societal impact.
  • Mg Motors India Pvt Ltd
    Sr Manager- Product Engineering
    Mg Motors India Pvt Ltd May 2020 - Nov 2023
    Vadodara Area, India
    ✅ Orchestrated validation efforts for the best seller Hector platform, including NextGen and RDE projects, setting new benchmarks for success within target timelines of the organisation.✅ Conducted meticulous subjective and objective competitive intelligence and benchmarking exercises ✅ Mentoring vehicle validation concern analysis with successful resolutions of 91+% issues prior to launch for ensuring design defect free vehicles to end users ..✅ Spearheaded EHS/IATF/IMS process management, instilling a culture of excellence and ensuring compliance with the highest standards.✅ Managing state-of-the-art workshops/labs, driving digitalization, shaping policies and process for future growth and efficiency.✅ Leading resource management for Product Engineering, optimizing talent,skills  and resources to maximize support outcome and innovation for all platforms ✅ Led Vehicle dynamics -wheels and tyre development, tuning for all platforms , ensuring new talent development for future programs.
  • Apollo Tyres Ltd
    Group Manager Vehicle Dynamics (R&D)
    Apollo Tyres Ltd Jan 2012 - May 2020
    Gujarat, India
    Accomplished Automotive Leader with brand image in Vehicle dynamics Domain🌟✅ Successfully developed,managed and directed the entire vehicle dynamics testing function for the Asia PV segment, initiating for PAN India field testing and process development to ensure top tyre quality standards in NPD process.✅ Set benchmark in Indian tyre industry by developing advance Vehicle Dynamics centre-A trend,which is followed by competitions.✅ Led comprehensive competition intelligence studies and benchmark analysis, driving strategic insights to maintain a competitive edge of the organisation in the market.✅ Spearheaded team development initiatives, enhancing capabilities from basic to advanced levels, and implemented innovative training programs as training for customer care centre women team that resulting in a significant reduction in customer complaints.✅ Demonstrated expertise in new tyre developments, manufacturing processes, and quality control, coupled with a meticulous approach to defect analysis.✅ Proactively optimized techno-commercial processes and budgets with unwavering integrity, resulting in streamlined operations and cost efficiencies.✅ Instrumental in increasing OEM market share and elevating brand image from 17% to 30% between 2013 and 2020 through strategy ,faster OEM approval and market expansion efforts.✅ Recognized for international proficiency in vehicle dynamics,advanced test driving, and vehicle evaluations, collaborating with global OEM experts as South Korea, Netherlands, Germany, USA, China.✅ Collaberated with top OEM and tier_1 industry experts worldwide leveraging cross cultural learnings,enhance skills, driving innovation and streamlining business case approvals.✅ Instrumental in intelligent tyre development, contributing to advancements in industry standards and future-proofing product offerings.✅Highly proficient in administrative skills related to R&Ds centers and processes. ✅ Driving licence -Category B from ATP Germany
  • Mahindra And Mahindra Limited [Automotive And Farm Equipment Business]
    Manager Validation
    Mahindra And Mahindra Limited [Automotive And Farm Equipment Business] Nov 2006 - Dec 2011
    Nashik, Maharashtra, India
    ✅ Led multiple new product development project validation from inception to fruition, ensuring precise benchmarking, validation, and team as well as process developments. ✅ Trailblazed as the first domain leader for Vehicle Dynamics, Chassis Systems, and Driveline Systems, fostering innovation in capability developments and talent growth.✅ Mentored and coached vehicle dynamics team, triggering passion ,propelling more than half of them to lead roles in Vehicle Dynamics across various OEMs. ✅ Demonstrated hands-on expertise in developing DFMEA, DVP&R ,subjective and objective testing across diverse vehicle platforms including 3W, 4W, off-roading, trucks, and buses as well as initial phase of EVs. ✅ Developed hands-on expertise in Customer perceived Quality,subjective and objective testing of diverse vehicle systems from chassis systems, power train, driveline to body and trims ..✅ Trained with advance Driving and complete vehicle attributes evaluation from PRO_2-UK, Bosch Australia and Sweden . Hands on experience with multiple other vehicle dynamics experts including automotive media experts.
  • Piaggio Vehicles Pvt. Ltd.
    Deputy Manager -Engineering (R&D)
    Piaggio Vehicles Pvt. Ltd. Oct 2003 - Nov 2006
    Baramati, Maharashtra, India
    ✅ Spearheaded the establishment and enhancement of testing, certification, and proto development teams, driving the implementation of cutting-edge PD processes and infrastructure, all underpinned by a commitment to integrity and excellence. ✅ Directed the development of test tracks and development of new accelerated durability cycles, ✅ Pivotal lead role in transitioning the organization from 3W to 4W manufacturing phases, showcasing a result-oriented approach to many complex techno commercial problem-solving. ✅ Led multiple transformative new product developments, including alternative fuel products, navigating intricate techno-commercial landscapes with integrity, resilience, and a focus on tangible outcomes. ✅ Entrusted for MIS reporting to MD. Championed transparent and inclusive leadership practices, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within the organization's capability development initiatives. ✅ Demonstrated unwavering commitment to achieving organizational goals while upholding ethical standards, resolving labor union matters, critical administrative concerns, and complex challenges with integrity, decisiveness, and a results-driven mindset.
  • Mahindra And Mahindra Limited [Automotive And Farm Equipment Business]
    Deputy Manager -Reliability Engineering
    Mahindra And Mahindra Limited [Automotive And Farm Equipment Business] Jul 1998 - Sep 2003
    Nashik, Maharashtra, India
    ✅ Began as a campus trainee and advanced to lead transformative projects driving cultural change within the organization.✅Deeply instrumental in establishing first NOVA_C new vehicle audit team as well as process in QA and multiple new product developments . Applaud by management for 100+ vehicle and process level concern resolution in first year of career journey.✅ Hands on experience and knowledge in all vehicle manufacturing process and quality audits as well as problem resolution methods/tools as why-why,8D etcetc ✅ applaud by top management for detail project on** internal and external customer satisfaction measurements** , directly impacting product quality , customer focused culture.✅ Lead role in the development testing of the Bolero, a perennial bestseller for continuous 22+ years, emblematic of M&M's customer-centric shift.✅ Managed rigorous development tests to ensure product certification and enhance internal customer satisfaction.✅ Leveraged hands-on experience across various platforms, from 3W ,4W,EV,Off road vehicles to trucks and buses, contributing significantly in establishing brand image from traditional car maker to new edge version.

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Satish S Kulkarni's current role is Lead -Vehicle Dynamics and Testing -PCR-TBR-MCR.

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Satish S Kulkarni attended Swiss School Of Business And Management, Dr. C. V. Raman University, Kota Bilaspur, Veermata Jijabai Technological Institute (Vjti), New Polytechnic, Skill-Lync, School Of Excellence, Upgrad.com, Institute Of Graphology Mumbai, Midas Touch, American Board Of Nlp.

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