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Vijaykumar A. kakade

Founder

Pune, Maharashtra, India19 yrs 3 mos experience
Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

  • Founder of leading pontoon technology company in India.
  • Expert in innovative product design and development.
  • Passionate about sustainable and ethical business practices.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a leader in marine engineering and product development with a focus on sustainable innovation.

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Skills

Core Skills

Product DesignDevelopmentMarine Infrastructure DesignProduct DevelopmentMechanical Engineering

Other Skills

5SAutoCADAutomationAutomotiveAutomotive EngineeringCADCAD/CAMCATIAContinuous ImprovementDFMEADesignsEngineeringEntrepreneurshipFMEAFactory

About

Self-made entrepreneur with a strong mechanical engineering background and expertise in design and development, leading businesses since 2008. Former Co-founder of Varadom Technologies Pvt. Ltd., now Founder & Managing Director of Vari Pontoons Pvt. Ltd., a leader in India’s pontoon technology sector. Passionate about delivering innovative, eco-friendly solutions with a focus on ethical business and smart management. Committed to teamwork and guided by the principle “Work is Worship,” I build trusted, viable businesses. Planning to launch advanced engineered products for the agricultural, marine, tourism, and defense sectors—aiming to empower India’s core industries with sustainable innovation. Skilled in modern marketing and strategic planning, driving growth and impact. #thinker #writer #risktaker SLP Fellow (2017-18), Proud BNI Emerald Member (2018-19

Experience

19 yrs 3 mos
Total Experience
6 yrs 11 mos
Average Tenure
17 yrs 11 mos
Current Experience

Vari pontoons pvt ltd

Founder and CEO

Nov 2017Present · 8 yrs 7 mos · Pune, Maharashtra, India

Engineering solutions expert

Founder

Jul 2008Present · 17 yrs 11 mos · Pune, India.

  • With a deep expertise in the industrial sector, I specialize in driving innovation through end-to-end product design and development, turning ideas from concept to commercial reality with precision and efficiency. Skilled in reverse engineering, I unlock new possibilities by analyzing and improving existing systems to enhance performance and value.
  • I excel in customizing material handling and storage solutions tailored to unique operational challenges, ensuring optimized workflow and increased productivity. My proficiency extends to the integration and optimization of special purpose machines, creating seamless and efficient processes that drive competitive advantage.
  • Adept at the design and development of process equipment, jigs, and fixtures, I deliver robust, reliable solutions that enhance manufacturing accuracy and repeatability across diverse industrial applications.
  • As a specialist in pontoon, barge, and floating platform design and development, I combine engineering ingenuity with practical insights to create durable and innovative marine infrastructure. These platforms are engineered to meet rigorous industry standards, supporting sectors such as agriculture, marine, tourism, and defense with scalable, sustainable solutions.
  • My approach blends cutting-edge technical know-how with a commitment to ethical business practices, ensuring that every project is not only innovative but contributes positively to the environment and industry
product designdevelopmentreverse engineeringmaterial handlingcustomizationprocess equipment design+1

Kirloskar oil engine

Application Engineer

Jan 2008Jun 2008 · 5 mos · TECH Centre Khadki, Pune

  • Application Engineer with solid expertise in mechanical engineering and hands-on experience in product design, development, and optimization for engine manufacturing. Skilled in translating customer requirements into practical engineering solutions, supporting seamless integration and performance enhancement of engine components and systems.
  • Proficient in reverse engineering, customization, and validation of parts to meet OEM quality and reliability standards. Adept at cross-functional collaboration with R&D, production, and quality teams to drive innovation and continuous improvement. Strong focus on problem-solving, efficiency, and meeting project deadlines within dynamic manufacturing environments.
  • Committed to delivering technically sound, cost-effective solutions that align with business goals and enhance product performance. Passionate about leveraging engineering principles to support the development of high-performance, durable engines for diverse applications
mechanical engineeringproduct designdevelopmentreverse engineeringcross-functional collaboration

Lombardini india pvt. ltd

Engineer, Technical

Jan 2007Dec 2007 · 11 mos · Aurangabad Area, India

Education

SRESCOE Kopargaon Pune University India

Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) — Mechanical Engineering

Jan 2004Jan 2004

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