Sudeshwar Ram Email & Phone Number

Results-driven Design Engineer with 15.8 years of experience in powertrain design for 2-wheelers. Proven expertise in powertrain, transmission systems design and cost optimization. Committed to delivering innovative solutions for enhanced performance and efficiency.EXPERIENCESenior Design Engineer | Hero MotoCorp | R&D Jaipur | March 2014 - PresentDesign of powertrain systems for motorcycles and scooters, focusing on transmission, crankcases, clutch, gear shifting mechanisms, kick start systems, and CVTs.Responsible for design release, engine layout, packaging, project management, and delivery of powertrain parts.Actively participate in benchmarking, idea generation for value analysis, and cost reduction activities.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal design solutions and meet project requirements.Resolve major customer complaints, conduct failure analysis, and implement design modifications for durability improvement.Maintain strong relationships with suppliers, testing teams, and stakeholders to ensure smooth production and resolve issues promptly.Utilize 8D root cause analysis, failure analysis, and problem-solving techniques to drive continuous improvement.Prepare and release engineering change requests (ECRs), engineering change notices (ECNs), and Bill of Materials (BOM) documents using data management systems.Successfully designed and developed transmission systems for Splendor 110cc and Glamour 125cc BS-VI engines.Successfully designed the transmission system for Hero Electric Scooter - VIDA.Contributed to CVT design, layout, and packaging of engines for the Maestro Scooter.Implemented weight reduction and process optimization strategies, achieving cost savings in crankcases/covers for 125cc Glamour and premium 150cc Scooter.Managed the project delivery of a 100cc single-speed engine.Senior Design Engineer | Yamaha R&D India | Sep 2013 - Feb 2014Worked on powertrain system design, vendor development, and cost optimization for YAMAHA RAY Scooter and FZ bike.Member R&D | TVS Motor Company Pvt Ltd | Aug 2008 - Sep 2013Contributed to powertrain system design, including gearbox, cylinder head, valve train, block, cooling system, lubrication system, layout, and packaging for 3 & 2-wheeler products.Played a key role in the design of a low-cost transmission system for 3-wheeler engines.Conceptualized the design of transmission systems, gearboxes, and layouts for HEV and EV 3-wheelers.Managed the project delivery of a 225cc liquid-cooled 3-wheeler engine.