Zoheb Gilani

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Manufacturing Engineer | BIW Process Planning | Facility Planning of BodyShop (BIW)- Passenger Vehicles | Digital Manufacturing | Field Installation and Commissioning @ Volkswagen Group Technology Solutions India
pune, maharashtra, india
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Pune, Maharashtra, India, India
About Zoheb Gilani

With more than 11 years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering (BIW) at some of the top automakers, I developed my expertise in the planning of Automotive Body-shop Production Lines. In addition to being a "Digital Factory" Planner and Simulation Engineer, I have also worked on-site/field as a "Series Planner" for BIW Manufacturing Lines.Currently working in Volkswagen as a Senior Bodyshop Planner in Digital Manufacturing/ Production Technology domain. Managing all aspects of designing/ planning of body-shop manufacturing lines (Digital Twin), Process planning, validation using Robot/ Human Simulation and offline robot programming (OLP), Automation/ Controls, simultaneous engineering for product design and facility design during planning phase of project.I am currently pursuing Project Management Certification from PMI and learning German.

Zoheb Gilani's Current Company Details
Volkswagen Group Technology Solutions India

Volkswagen Group Technology Solutions India

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Manufacturing Engineer | BIW Process Planning | Facility Planning of BodyShop (BIW)- Passenger Vehicles | Digital Manufacturing | Field Installation and Commissioning
pune, maharashtra, india
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vwits.in
Employees:
704
Zoheb Gilani Work Experience Details
  • Volkswagen Group Technology Solutions India
    Senior Planner
    Volkswagen Group Technology Solutions India Dec 2019 - Present
    Pune, Maharashtra, India
    • Concept Planning of BIW and Assembly Line using Digital Factory Planning Tools like Teamcenter- Process Designer & Process Simulate and 3DEXPERIENCE Delmia• Facility Planning: Determine Investment (Equipment Selection, Costing), Preparing Digital/ Virtual Twin of Manufacturing Line, Layout Planning in AutoCAD/ MicroStation, checking the feasibility of Integration of new Car/ Variants and Optimization of Production Line• Process Planning: Detail Process Planning, ensure optimal Resource (like Human, Robot, Machine) Utilization• Simulation and Detail Planning using Simulation Tools like Process Simulate and Delmia: Robot Path Simulation, Generating OLP (Offline Programming)• Plant Simulation: Discrete Event simulation modelling and simulation, optimizing throughput time and bottleneck analysis, Preparing Flexible concepts based on different Jobs/Hour (cycle time) requirements and Product Mix• On-site Project Management: APQP, DFMEA, Design buy-off, maintain Work Instruction Manuals/ SOPs, Support during on-site Installation and Commissioning, Change (äko) Management, 3P Workshop• Project Management and Ramp-Up Activities: Co-ordinate with Cross Functional Team, proficient in Project Management Tools like MS Projects and CPlace/ RPlan• Supplier Co-ordination with Design Review and Project Planning, Suppliers’ data validation, resolving Production and Quality Issues (Open Points) and active participation in Continuous Improvement activities• 3D CAD Experience: Reviewing and modifying 3D models of tooling and product analysis• Automation (PLC Controls) concepts as per Volkswagen Standards, Tooling (BIW Fixture) and Safety concepts • Documentation for Project Investment/ Budget Approval, Tender Documents (RFQ) for suppliers • Awareness to Lean Manufacturing Concepts, Work Measurement Technique and Ergonomics Analysis• Assist in development, testing and implementation of new Tools and Technologies like AR/ VR, Applications (Software) development
  • Škoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited
    Biw Planner, Installation And Commissioning
    Škoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited Nov 2016 - Dec 2019
    Pune, Maharashtra, India
    • New Car Variant Project Evaluation: o Production concepts Planning and execution for Greenfield/ Brownfield Projects. o Evaluate different scenarios for New Projects. Create Proposals & Investment Bench-marking with other VW Group companieso Equipment and Facilities Planning- Spot, Projection, Stud and MIG/MAG Welding and Sealant Equipmento Recommend the product design changes in early Design Phase• Process Planning and Simulation through Siemens Tecnomatix Process Designer (PD) and Process Simulate (PS)o Prepare plant layout (Digital Twin) in 3D o Developing various concepts & layout proposals (alternatives) depending on level of automation required for New project o Process Planning, Process and Resource Allocation for each Stationso Carry out cycle time validation with specific robot controllers o Validate and Generate offline line programs from simulation work-cell using process simulateo Defining Kinematic devices, Gun Definition, Reach/ Accessibility Study Gun Orientation for Each Spot, Gripper Definition, Pick and Place Path Development o Multi- Robot Simulation, Create Collision free Via Paths and create sequence of Simultaneous Operationso Develop standard libraries of Plant specific 3D components• RFQ Preparation: o Collect the Details and Compile to create simple and flawless RFQ (Tender Documents)o Compare the Quotes and Supplier Evaluation• Design Review and Manufacturing Approval:o Review Designs for process simulation, robot selection, gun selection, new tooling, robotic simulation, concept approvals, ensure operator safety and ergonomics. Give Manufacturing Approval to Supplier and ensure Open Points are Closed on Timely Basis• Installation and Commissioning: o Overseeing I & C as well as conducting Tests to ensure operational effectiveness of utilities• Production Trial, Prove Out/ Handover: o Provide Training to Operators and Line Leaders. Cycle Time Proving. Hand Over of Facilities and Post Support
  • Segula Technologies
    Installation Engineer
    Segula Technologies Mar 2016 - Nov 2016
    Pune, Maharashtra, India
    Deputed at Skoda Auto Volkswagen India Pvt. Ltd. as consultant for BIW Project Planning and Installation and Commissioning Engineer
  • Green Engineering Automation Technologies
    Biw Planning Engineer
    Green Engineering Automation Technologies Oct 2015 - Mar 2016
    Pune, Maharashtra, India
    Deputed at Skoda Auto Volkswagen India Pvt. Ltd. as consultant for BIW Planning EngineerResponsible for Process Planning of Side Panel Line for Car Manufacturing LineDesign Review and Manufacturing Approval:o Review Designs for process simulation, robot selection, gun selection, new tooling, robotic simulation, concept approvals, ensure operator safety and ergonomics. Give Manufacturing Approval to Supplier and ensure Open Points are Closed on Timely Basis
  • Jbm Group
    Manufacturing Engineer
    Jbm Group Oct 2013 - Oct 2015
    Pune, Maharashtra, India
    • Playing a key role in Project Planning and Execution of BIW Stamping and Welded Assemblies Development. • Undertake Projects for BIW Welding Fixture Design, Manufacturing, Installation and Commissioning. Manual and Electro-Pneumatic Fixtures. Fixture Try-out and Related Documentation.• Blank Size Optimization and Define Process for Manufacturing (Stamping and Welding). • Making Pneumatic and Electro Pneumatic Circuit. Clamping Plan and Poka-Yoke Study.• Manage changes to existing products (ECN/ECO)• Design Reviews and Customer Interaction• RFQ Estimation for Technical Projects of Jigs and Fixtures.• Recommend methods for improving utilization of personnel, material, and utilities (Lean Manufacturing) • Kaizen Promoting officer: To Promote Involvement of Employees in Kaizen Submission and Value Addition in Organization. Lean Manufacturing in JBM MA Automotive Pvt. Ltd.
  • Fiat
    Engineering Trainee
    Fiat Jul 2012 - Jul 2013
    Pune, Maharashtra, India
    Trainee in Manufacturing Engineering Department of Fiat India. Assist in new Car Projects of Bodyshop- Process Planning and Facility PlanningDesign the Manufacturing LinesPreparation of RFQ DocumentsCollaborating with various Departments and Suppliers for efficient Installation and Commissioning of Equipment and Hand-over to Production without any Open/ Pending Points

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Zoheb Gilani works for Volkswagen Group Technology Solutions India

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Zoheb Gilani's current role is Manufacturing Engineer | BIW Process Planning | Facility Planning of BodyShop (BIW)- Passenger Vehicles | Digital Manufacturing | Field Installation and Commissioning.

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Zoheb Gilani attended Osmania University, Hyderabad.

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Zoheb Gilani's colleagues are Suyash Naik, Amol Sudokar, Vijayakumar V, Vipul Dhir, Namay Jain, Sarang Patil, Madhav Kangule.

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