Sandeep Kumar-P.Eng.-Pmp Email and Phone Number
As a seasoned leader with over 16 years of experience in the automotive industry, I have a proven track record of creating and implementing business strategies, developing leaders, mentoring and leading global cross-functional teams. I have designed, developed, and ensured the quality of advanced automotive chassis and suspension systems. Working with organizations such as Mevotech, Tata Motors and JLR, I grew business acumen and deep technical knowledge of the business. I am fortunate to have been exposed to engineering processes and business development to become a successful tech manager. With my expertise, I can develop end-to-end solutions (projects, business plans, etc) for automotive suspension parts. Key Achievements:I mentored a team of 26 to build a robust and committed team for the business.I spearheaded the global cross-functional team that managed automotive chassis products from concept to completion, ensuring excellence at every stage for Southeast Asia. I have directly or indirectly managed/led 50-100 Million dollar value projects. I developed and onboarded multiple vendors from all over the globe. I have authored three patents, secured one copyright, published two articles, and established numerous design rules that set industry standards.Developed sophisticated mathematical models and designed calculation sheets for independent, semi-independent, and dependent suspension systems.I championed the implementation of Total Quality Management (TQM), Design for Six Sigma (DFSS), and Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) methodologies in design and manufacturing processes.Professional Expertise:Suspension systems- Complete solution for class 4-8 truck applications Chassis & Suspension Systems: Expertise in the development and optimization of rear axles, twist blade and twist beam suspension systems, rigid axles, and comprehensive suspension components, including coil springs, ball joints, dampers, and more.Innovative Solutions: I designed and delivered low-cost, low-weight, high-performance chassis modules enhancing vehicle performance and safety.My commitment to engineering excellence and continuous improvement has been the cornerstone of my career. I aim to integrate my technical expertise with enhanced business acumen to drive innovation and growth within the industry.Essential Skills: business strategy, Chassis and suspension systems, DFM, DFSS, APQP, TQM, Problem-Solving 8D & QC story, IATF16949, and Project management techniques.
Mevotech
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Director, EngineeringMevotech Nov 2021 - PresentToronto, Ontario, Canada
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Manager, EngineeringMevotech Oct 2020 - Oct 2021
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Senior Product Design EngineerMevotech Sep 2016 - Sep 2020Toronto, Canada Area• Led and mentored a team of young engineers to develop and grow the chassis product line.• Manage, grow and develop overseas vendors• Create a healthy and innovative work environment for the team• Nurture young engineers to become the next leaders• Collaborate with QC and other departments to create and update business processes • Support sales and marketing teams with engineering data • Launch end-end critical projects
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Chassis Engineering- Engineering ManagerTata Motors Apr 2015 - Mar 2016Pune Area, India• Key decision maker with complete engineering responsibility of Suspension systems -Car units• Engineered design solutions and proof of concepts for performance,packaging, dimensional stability & manufacturing• Provided expert leadership in the DFX (X process, manufacturing, service and design) to collect and analyze data, establish actionable interventions and compliance with regulatory requirements• Analysed multi-body dynamics, stiffness, static strength, durability/fatigue & crash analysis using CAE tools such as ADAMS, Hyperworks, MSC/Nastran, LS-Dyna, n-code etc.• Saved $ 1.5 million, Resolved high incidental cost and customer irritant axle quality issue by developing over 50 8D/QC story reports and implementing 11 corrective actions• Experienced in roll fatigue testing of axles, half car model, and full vehicle rig simulation• Develop product performance (PAT) & mass target to establish best in class position.• Steered all stakeholders,through NPI "a staged gate process" toward project completion• Developed excel based mathematical model of half car suspension model• Seasoned with all facets of a project such as engineering, manufacturing & quality assurance• Liaison with engineering partners, testing agencies and manufacturing partner to develop roadmap for future products of car suspension• Mentored a talented team of ten engineers and four draftsmen -
Chassis Engineering - Lead Engineer- Suspension SystemTata Motors Apr 2012 - Apr 2015Pune Area, India• Created excel sheet for design calculation, to design suspension system e.g. spring rates, damper rates, system roll stiffness, under-steer budget, weight transfer and motion ratios• Designed HSLA DP800 based Semi-trailing arms, Cross-beam, Lower links , and wheel mounts• Created proof of concept data in PTC Creo 2.0 and Solidworks V14• Hands on with CQI activities such as collect, and use data for facilitating effective decision-making, using PDCA, affinity diagram, Bird eye view-Pareto chart, ISHIKAWA and Delhi techniques• Prepared RFQ, DFMEA, DVP, design review sheet and decision sheets for suspension system• Reduced 25% design time by implementing new approach of suspension system design • Benchmarked (Subjective and objective) suspension components of competitors • Developed testing requirements of axle surface protection, surface protection used Autophoretic (800 series) CED .• Executed CQI (continuous quality improvement) project at tier 1 supplier plant, Using Kaizen • Used BOLT CAL and PTC Creo-Simulate toolkits to reduce design time. • Engineered and released $ 1 million VA/VE ideas in chassis system for Tata- Zest/Bolt/Indica • Engineered 22% cost-effective and 15% lighter suspension system in the segment • Created 3 D solid model concepts of axles in Creo 2 and Solidworks• Implemented 3D annotation in PTC Creo modelling, saving 15% design time• Used 8 D/QC approach, for solving part quality and warranty issues in the field and plant• Successfully implemented design for six sigma in new product development project • Executed Continuous quality improvement project at tier-1 site, using PDCA, SPC and QFD• Problem solved: Rear Hub bearing warranty issues, Wheel alignment/ Tyre wear issues,Noise issues and Plant quality issues on manufacturing line• Implemented Continuous quality improvement project at tier-1, using PDCA, Kaizen, SPC and QFD, reducing attrition rate from 30 % to 4 %
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Design And Development Of Performance-Oriented Axle For A Sports Utility VehicleTata Motors May 2013 - Jan 2014Gaydon, United Kingdom• Developed project charter, Formalized project scope, RACI and created Request for information • Engineering and manufacturing partner selection.• Negotiated project scope, budget, and schedule.• Collaborated with engineering partner to develop proof of concept.Achievements:• Liaison with six teams ( Magna-Austria, Lotus-UK, Ricardo-UK, TML-India, JLR-UK,Cosma Magna India) from different geographical regions to plan meetings and establishing objectives of the project.• Selected engineering partner and manufacturing partner for the project and saved 1.5 million USD during initial negotiations.
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Chassis Engineer- Design Engineer-Suspension SystemTata Motors Feb 2010 - Apr 2012Pune Area, India• Suspension components design : Spring, Frame, Lower links, Knuckle , Spindle, bushes and joints, for assembly and manufacturing• Implemented TQM at tier-1 supplier, Increasing part reliability and reduction in part attrition • Designed and implemented ~$2 million cost and weight saving ideas in chassis system through VAVE• Solved product issue with the help of 8 D approach .• Devise procedures to inspect and report quality issues of critical to quality parameters• Handling Control documentation for Part/Product development - APQP, PPAP etc.
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Vehicle Integration- EngineerTata Motors Aug 2008 - Jan 2010Hinjewadi- Pune- IndiaRoles and Responsibilities:• Concept development in CAD software Pro-e in 3 D , 2 D format and drafting• Digital markup of suspension system• Creating engineering bill of material, RFQ and DFMEA documents.• Supporting project review meetings with project status update.
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Graduate Teaching AssistantIndian Institute Of Technology, Delhi Aug 2006 - May 2008New Delhi Area, IndiaTeaching assistantship : 1. Course planning meeting with instructor.2. During the course :• Organizing reference materials, visual aids and other materials as required by.• Conduct seminar, lectures, tutorials, or labs session to complement the lecture classes.• Proctoring exams,Marking exams, assignments, and lab reports.
Sandeep Kumar-P.Eng.-Pmp Education Details
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Acces Employment - Toronto, OntarioClb- 9 Band -
First Class With Distinction
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Sandeep Kumar-P.Eng.-Pmp works for Mevotech
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Sandeep Kumar-P.Eng.-Pmp's current role is Director, Research and Testing Engineering Mevotech.
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Sandeep Kumar-P.Eng.-Pmp attended Indian Institute Of Technology, Delhi, Seneca College Of Applied Arts And Technology, Acces Employment - Toronto, Ontario, National Institute Of Technology Surat.
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