Manoj Molagamudi

Head of Design

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India19 yrs 4 mos experience

Key Highlights

Nearly two decades of experience in industrial design.
Expert in transforming ideas into user-centered products.
Passionate about enriching the human experience through design.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a seasoned Industrial Designer with a strong focus on educational and consumer product design.

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Skills

Core Skills

University TeachingProduct DesignUniversity LecturingIndustrial DesignDesign ThinkingProduct DevelopmentDesign LeadershipToy DesignDesignConcept Design

Other Skills

Design ResearchToy IndustryDesign for ManufacturingRapid PrototypingMentoringPeer Mentoring3D Modeling3D visualizationRhino 3DProduct Managementdesign leaderFurniture DesignTeam ManagementDesign StrategyConcept Development

About

Innovative Industrial Designer | Passionate Design Educator An accomplished industrial product designer and dedicated educator, seamlessly integrating creativity, functionality, and human-centric principles to craft innovative solutions. With nearly two decades of experience in industrial design, I have consistently transformed ideas into tangible, user-centered products that enhance everyday life. I believe design is more than aesthetics—it’s about enriching the human experience. Through a holistic approach, I strive to create designs that not only captivate but also address real-world challenges. Looking ahead, I’m excited about opportunities for collaboration to shape the future of design and its positive societal impact. Whether in academia or industry, I am committed to pushing boundaries and driving meaningful change. Let’s connect, explore, and create together! 🚀

Experience

Vellore institute of technology

Assistant Professor Sr

Sep 2025 – Present · 6 mos · Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India · On-site

Contribute to academic excellence through advanced teaching, curriculum development, research, and institutional leadership. My role extends beyond classroom instruction to shaping future-ready designeers through industry-aligned, practice based and research-driven education.
Key Roles & Responsibilities:
Lead undergraduate and postgraduate courses with a strong focus on design thinking, applied engineering, and innovation-led learning
Design, revise, and implement outcome-based curricula in line with academic standards and industry needs
Mentor students in capstone projects, product development, and interdisciplinary research
Drive research, publications, and funded project initiatives contributing to institutional and societal impact
Actively engage in Boards of Studies (BoS), accreditation processes, and academic governance
Foster industry collaboration, internships, and live projects to bridge academia–industry gaps
Promote a culture of ethical practice, inclusive learning, and continuous improvement

University TeachingProduct DesignToy DesignIndustrial DesignDesign Research

Woxsen university

Associate Professor & Program Director (Executive Education)

Mar 2025 – Sep 2025 · 6 mos · Hyderabad, Telangana, India · On-site

University LecturingIndustrial DesignProduct DesignToy Industry

Rv university

Assisant Professor

Apr 2023 – Mar 2025 · 1 yr 11 mos · Banglore · On-site

Product DesignDesign ThinkingUniversity TeachingIndustrial DesignDesign for ManufacturingRapid Prototyping

Unitedworld institute of design (uid)

Assistant Professor

Aug 2021 – Feb 2023 · 1 yr 6 mos · Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India · On-site

An academician, student mentor, member of KU-IIC ( institute innovation council), SPoC student development cell-UID, SPoC incubation cell-UID, member of NAAC committee-UID.
courses thought @UID
Under Graduates (B.Des)
Form studies
materials and manufacturing processes
packaging Design
Design Process
Social Innovation Lab
simple Product Design
Design Aesthetics and Criticism
Post-Graduate (M.des)
Fundamentals of Design
System Design
Technically complex product Design

Product DevelopmentProduct DesignMentoringConcept DesignDesign ThinkingDesign+8

Madison mfg

Founder

Aug 2020 – Aug 2021 · 1 yr · Tirupati Urban, Andhra Pradesh, India

Madison Mfg was envisioned to cater to the needs of emerging demand for kids furniture and Interiors spaces..

Product DevelopmentProduct DesignProduct ManagementDesign Leadershipdesign leaderConcept Design+3

Funskool india limited

Head of Product Design

Apr 2015 – Jul 2020 · 5 yrs 3 mos · Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India · On-site

Heading a team of Industrial Designers, developing products/toys for Infant and preschool Kids.
Building a strong brand value by developing a new design language..
Creating a strong brand Identity visually and physically for Giggles line of toys.

Product DevelopmentDesign LeadershipTeam Managementdesign leaderDesign ThinkingDesign+4

Magick woods limited

Deputy Manager - Design

Mar 2012 – Apr 2015 · 3 yrs 1 mo · Greater Chennai Area

Product Design and Development.
Design Research, User study

Design

Nilkamal limited, mumbai

Assistant Manager-Design

Oct 2011 – May 2012 · 7 mos · Mumbai Metropolitan Region

Industrial Design (furniture) , Design Management

Design

Ics, mumbai

Industrial Designer

Oct 2010 – Oct 2011 · 1 yr

Designed a fan Assisted Mosquito repellent machine,
An Aesthetically beautiful and ergonimically viable Mosquito repellent body spray bottle for GODREJ.
Proposed designs of tamper evident cap for ESSEL PACKAGING

Design