Mar 2024 – Apr 2025 · 1 yr 1 mo · Pune, Maharashtra, India · On-site

• Leading cross-functional teams, I ensure Jeep models don’t just meet global quality and safety standards—they exceed consumer expectations. From concept to launch, I drive seamless execution, ensuring timely deliveries and market alignment.
• Spearheaded customization strategies that aligned Jeep models with regional regulations, optimizing compliance without compromising innovation.
• Streamlined project execution, fostering collaboration across diverse teams, accelerating milestone completion, and reducing development time.
• In 2024, I engineered a comprehensive cost optimization strategy, achieving a €365 reduction per vehicle —a move that directly boosted company profitability by €2M. This initiative improved efficiency while maintaining top-tier quality standards.
• With a passion for continuous improvement, I work closely with internal and external stakeholders to elevate product performance, warranty processes, and customer satisfaction. My efforts contribute to Stellantis' broader vision: advancing sustainable, cutting-edge mobility solutions through strategic project management and technical excellence.

Feb 2024 – Mar 2024 · 1 mo · Bengaluru · On-site

Jan 2013 – Feb 2024 · 11 yrs 1 mo · Chennai Area, India · On-site

• I led cross-functional teams to deliver high-standard automotive projects—from coordinating detailed vehicle build plans to providing critical technical support. I ensured every project hit its milestones on time and within budget. By fostering open communication and mentorship, I created a dynamic work environment that kept teams motivated and engaged.
• High-Performance Teams: Successfully managed complex projects while inspiring teams to exceed expectations.
• Seamless Execution: Oversaw project progress, ensuring flawless coordination between global design and development groups.
• Implemented a robust quality assurance program that slashed defects by 40% in just six months, directly lifting customer satisfaction. Simultaneously, I overhauled our operations with an advanced ERP system that reduced lead times by 25%, unleashing a surge in productivity across the board.
• Defect Reduction: Achieved a 40% drop in defects within six months.
• Increased Productivity: Reduced lead times by 25%, accelerating project timelines.
• With a strategic focus on cost-efficiency, I drove initiatives that cut warranty expenses by $2M in FY2018, while enhancing customer satisfaction. I also championed the PULSE Action initiative, boosting employee engagement by 20% and significantly reducing staff turnover. Recognizing the importance of continuous development, I designed a comprehensive training program that sharpened technical skills, bolstered safety protocols, and decreased workplace accidents by 30%.
• Warranty Cost Savings: Delivered $2M in savings through effective cost reduction measures.
• Employee Engagement: Increased team engagement by 20% and reduced turnover with targeted initiatives.
• Safety & Training: Implemented training programs that led to a 30% decrease in workplace accidents.

Sep 2010 – Jan 2013 · 2 yrs 4 mos · Bengaluru · On-site

• I took the lead in designing automotive exterior plastic components using CATIA and CREO software, with a strong emphasis on achieving outstanding product aesthetics, functionality, and performance. Throughout the entire product design lifecycle, I utilized CATIA v5 to conduct comprehensive tolerance studies, packaging assessments, and fit analyses. By implementing industry best practices in design engineering, I optimized tool clearance and improved manufacturability, resulting in more efficient production processes and cost savings. Collaboration with cross-functional teams played a crucial role in designing assembly parts, which encompassed plastic and sheet metal components, ensuring smooth integration and manufacturability. I applied principles such as Iso-statism, mounting principles, and loading/unloading kinematics to develop functional details of assembly parts, ultimately achieving optimal performance and reliability. Through innovative design solutions, I successfully tackled complex engineering challenges, leading to notable improvements in product quality and increased customer satisfaction. Thorough and accurate documentation of design specifications, drawings, and engineering change orders was diligently maintained throughout the design process.

Feb 2010 – Aug 2010 · 6 mos · Noida Area, India

• I showcased my expertise in designing automotive exterior plastic components by effectively utilizing CATIA and AUTOCAD. Taking charge of the entire product design process, I conducted comprehensive tolerance studies, packaging studies, and assessments of fits, tool clearance, and manufacturability. This ensured the development of assembly parts, including plastic and sheet metal components, with high-quality functional details that optimized manufacturability. Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, I ensured that the designed assembly parts met strict manufacturability requirements. I also applied principles such as Iso-statism, mounting principle, and loading/unloading kinematics to achieve optimal performance during the assembly process.

Jan 2009 – May 2009 · 4 mos · Hyderabad Area, India

• Designing of critical GSLV, RSLV & rocket engine components using Unigraphics for manufacturing.
• Generating the CAM programs using Unigraphics (nx-4) for manufacturing purpose of high precision aeronautical components.
• Conducting structural analysis, design & detail engineering of structures of projects using the state of art Mechanical design software.
• Studying layouts, designs, drawings & conducting to identify any weaknesses in designs.

Aug 2008 – Dec 2008 · 4 mos · Bhubaneshwar Area, India