• Gender: Female
• Age: 48
• Designation: Manager
• Highest Education Level: Masters - Degree
• Notice Period: 30  Days
• Work Experience: 24.1 Year(s)

Education

Master of Technology From Bharathidasan University in 2004 with 70%

Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering From Kuvempu University in 2000 with 74%

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering From Board
of Technical Education Karnataka in 1996 with 60%

Skill Sets

Dynamic and competent Mechanical Engineering Professional with hands on experience in Product Design and Development, Concepts and Design improvement projects, Value Engineering, Engineering Change / Requests Executions, working on product sustenance phases of product life cycle in Automotive Engineering.
CAD experience using Catia V5 and Solid Works. Expertise in Solid modelling, Generative Surface Design, Detailing, Assembly, Digital mock-up: Space Analysis and Kinematics.
Design knowledge of Plastic components, Sheet metal components, automotive sealing, automotive safety products, etc.
Basic understanding of DFM, DFA, GD & T and International standards

PDM/PLM Tools : Matrix10 & Team Centre Engineering (TCe)
CAD Tools: Catia V5 and Solid works
Operating Systems: Windows XP, Windows 7
Applications: MS-Office, Open Office

Work Experience

Asst. Manager
Since Sep 2012
Company Profile: Offers technology design, development services & solutions across various industries.

Project Lead
Mar 2011 to July 2012
Company Profile: Specializes in providing Engineering Services to Aerospace, Automotive, Energy and Industrial sectors

Sr. Design Engineer
Sep 2006 to Jan 2011
Company Name: Caran Semcon Pvt. Ltd.

Design Engineer
April 2005 to Sep 2006
Company Name: Quest

Graduate Engineer Trainee
June 2001- June 2002
Company Name: BEML Limited

Significant Projects:
Design, Packaging and Detailing Of Automotive Occupant Safety Systems 
Client: Takata
Tools: Catia V5- Part Modelling, Generative Shape design, Assembly and Detailing.
Product design and development of steering wheel, Packaging and detailing the same.
Make proposals for plastic fixation depending on the packaging constraints in steering wheel
Design / modification of DAB, PAB, HSAB. Detail the same as per the airbag methodology and generate templates assigning suitable layers.
Drawing ECN/ECR changes as per the mark-ups for seat belt, steering cover and airbags.
Design, Development and packaging of the belt butler mechanism for injection moulding. 
Packaging of Seat belt mechanism for specific PCB area within the blackbox meeting manufacturability, assembly, wire harness and standards.
Design die cast components for pre-tension seatbelt mechanism.
Design test rig fixture for the seat belt and air bags.
Train the new joiners for takata standards.
Keep track the work orders for similar design methodology.
Quality Check, Documentation and coordination with CAE and VA/VE teams.

Rear Bumper fixation concepts using catia v5 
Client: BMW.
Location: Bangalore.
Tools: Catia V5- Part Modelling, Generative Shape design, Detailing.
BMW
Input was Rear bumper surface
The work requirement was to propose different plastic fixation methods.
Three rear bumper fixation proposals were formulated and same submitted for clients approval with proper documentation.
One proposal was selected and the same was modelled in catia matching the section book.
Finally, detailed Sections were represented in the catia drawing.  

Legacy Data Migration Of Ideas Model To Parametric catia v5 model 
Client: Ford
Location: Bangalore.
Tools: Catia V5- Part Modelling, Generative Shape design, Product Assembly
Getrag
Input was Existing ideas models (dump solid) of powertrain axle casing, shaft, Coupling and drawings for the same.
The catia v5 work requires parametric modelling using ford methodology of core and cavity, Machining process, etc.
All the features are placed in respective catia parts and same used in final core and cavity part by paste special method for doing the Boolean operations.
Machine the same in another part. All the parts are properly sequenced in a product assembly.
Finally, Detail the same using their drawing templates.

Designing And Packaging Of Sun Roof Systems.
Client: Inteva 
Location: Onsite, Bangalore.
Tools: Catia V5- Part Modelling, Generative Shape design, Product Assembly
Daimler
Design of glass panel and its encapsulation according to roof surface.
Designing the steel frame, reinforcements according to the packing constraints and ensure it satisfies the Sheetmetal autoform results by increasing the fillet radius and draft (tooling aspects)
Perform DMU space analysis between BIW roof and Frame assembly.
Design and selection of sealing systems i.e., front, side, rear, acoustic and water sealing satisfying Interference and assembly conditions with associative parts.
Update the drawings for latest model revision changes and check-in the same in the pdm.
Adhere to the CAD request orders and quality aspects before releasing the part into the PDM.

Designing of Inner panel for Trunk lid
Client: BMW
Location: Bangalore.
Tools: Catia V5- Part Modelling, Generative Shape design, Product Assembly
BMW
Design of inner Panel for Trunk lid for a new  car platform
Input was existing inner panel with Trunk lid and new A-Class Exterior surface.
Trim lines were modified to satifisfy the dynamic clearances and the sheet metal requirements.
Model was parametric for subsequent design iterations.

Designing and packaging of Interiors-Armrest and Centre console.
Client: FTCI (Faurecia) 
Location: Onsite, Pune.
Tools: Catia V5- Part Modelling, Generative Shape design, Product Assembly
Ford Motors
Designing and packaging of plastic parts for sliding arm rest using catia v5 ford environment. The project involves designing injection moulded parts using section book and previous models as reference. Different Plastic fixation concepts were proposed and enough clearances provided for static and dynamic conditions of sliding arm rest. Tooling aspets were also considered.
Daimler.
Designing of Rear panels for 3 car variants of centre console. Common fixation methods satisfying tooling requirements were proposed for all the 3 panels. The fixations were modelled using catia-Power copy feature.
Renault
Final Modification of the IP panels based on the tooling. Detailed comparison study of the old and newer models was conducted using DMU space analysis, before delivering the parts to the client. 

Design and Development of Exterior Panels, Interior Panels, IP, Door and Rear Hatch Surrounding
Client: Reva Car Corporation
Location: Onsite-Reva, Bangalore
Tools: Catia V5- Part Modelling, Generative Shape design, Product Assembly, DMU-                       Kinematics and Fitment.

Exterior and Interior DTS
Change the panels as per the DTS Analysis (Design Tolerance and Stack up) for all the exteriors and Interior trims viz., Front Bumper, Fender, Bonnet, Cowl, Body side panel, Door Outer panel, rear bumper, roof, Green House Assembly(Interior trims),Chassis.
The Front-Aft, Up-down, Cross car section were taken and gaps were measured and a detailed section book was created. It was decided to have Static clearance of 3-4 mm gaps and dynamic clearance of 6mm gap with respect to the surrounding panels / parts in consultation with the styling department and Assembly stack up analysis.
Later, the Trim lines of the exterior panels were fine tuned to achieve the desired uniform gaps / clearance. 

Locators for exterior panels:
The concept of having locators on exterior panels was discussed for error free assembly. The feasibility study of locator position and arresting of degrees of freedom of exterior panels was carried out using Product assembly. Later, the locator positions were commonised between the adjacent panels. A proper assembly process along with locators was sequenced and validated in the Proto-shop.

Body Sealing Concepts:
The car was tested in harsh climates of Sweden. It was seen the snow packs itself in-between the exterior panels and chassis. A proper body sealing was necessary. Different body sealing concepts were proposed without affecting the exterior appearance, assembly sequence, manufacturability, etc.

Front Grill:
The concept of Grill was modelled with Bumper surface and DXF Pattern as reference. The grill fixations, logo placement, effective gap for dust accumulation were incorporated and discussed. After approval, the model was finetuned for injection moulding with proper draft, parting lines and fixations.

Door
Study the existing problems of the door and figure out a feasible study.
Find optimum Hinge axis without changing the Hinge design.
Change the Door-fender trim line for static and dynamic requirements
Feasibility study of having 2 bulb seals on the door LFI section.
Weight reduction of door by taking side impact results into consideration.
Modify the Door inner trim based on LFI (Door inner panel) Changes.

IP (Instrument Panel)
Create master sections by taking the existing IP Assembly as reference for helping the styling to build a new IP A-Class surface by giving prominence to ergonomics and HVAC requirements.
Build CAD model for Injection moulding and Multi Material binding type moulding technique and discuss the same for manufacturing feasibilities.
Create trim lines for Glove box, SRS, Centre stack, Steering column, etc.
Basic Glove Box Design and Space requirement calculation.

Grab handle
Make Grab handle proposal -shifting the Handle from A-Pillar to the headliner and study its feasibility.

Green house Assembly (Interior trims).
Product Development of Rear Quarter panel, Seat belt bezels and engineer the same for manufacturability and assembly by choose the best plastic fixation methods and fastener selection.

Pedestrian Safety Project
The objective of this project is to improve the certain frontal parts of vehicle when it is tested for pedestrian safety under EuroNCAP 

Black Trims
Client: Volvo Car Corporation
Location: Onsite-Caran-Goteborg, Sweden and CARAN-Bangalore.
Tools: Catia V5, Team Centre Engineering
Design and development of Engine Insulation components - Firewall sound Insulation, bonnet Absorber, Side absorber, mudguard insulation and under compartment insualtion to the latest reference models and envelope of the Car for diesel and petrol versions.
Necessary manufacturing criteria is taken during design stages in consultation with the supplier i.e., Giving edge finish, avoiding negative drafts
Packaging and assembly studies avoiding interferences and fixation points based on weld data points and other manufacturing aspects (DFM).
Interaction with NVH department and Onsite coordinators for getting useful information about DMU space analysis reviews. 
Study ergonomic during assembly in the production line.

Legacy Data Migration
Client: Assa Abloy
Tools: Solid Works
Assa Abloy are pioneers in door fittings. The work involves 2D to 3D conversion of hand made sketches, legacy data conversion of Pro-E models, French - English data translation and detailing the same as per client’s standards.

Legacy Data Migration
Client: Scania
Tools: Catia V5
Modelling of Rear Axle cover casting using 2D PDF Drawing using Core and cavity method (Boolean operation) and Machining the casting using paste link method.

Legacy Data Migration
Client: TATA Motors
Tools: Catia V5
Chassis components, Interior and Exterior sheet metal components, Roof panel, Rear panels, rear AC ducts, Ventilation ducts, Inner panel of LH door, Cowl, etc- Modelling, Assembly, & detailing of LCV (Tata-407) according to VCS as per client’s modelling methodology and standards. 

Value Engineering
Client: Magellan-AIRBUS
Tools: Catia V5
Design for manufacture (DFM) of Airbus-freighter A380F Ribs using tool body concepts and later apply After Stress Data (ASD Changes) to the Ribs.

Reverse Engineering
Client: Kavo
Tools: Catia V5
Reverse engineering done on fine Dental Mechanical Part. Sections were made on the specimen using Laser Cutting and fine details studied using optical projectors. The measured value was used to build the model and detail the same as per the client’s standards.

Product Development
Client: CASCO
Tools: Catia V5
Design of USB-Stick 90° involving plastic features like snap fit, bosses, etc with Casco logo engraved in the model with fool proof self-locking mechanism.

Engineering Change Executions
Client: CASCO
Tools: Catia V5
Design Modification on Automotive accessories such as Receptacles, Adapters, inverters, Cigar Lighter and Electric Plug and socket Console Assembly.

Engineering Change Executions
Client: MAG-Fadal
Tools: Solid Works
Machine tools Component modelling, Assembly and detailing and providing required GD & T symbols as per the client’s Standards

Academic Projects:
MTech Project: Duration: 6 Months Team size: Single
Design and Fabrication of Updraft Gasifier for poultry litter Gasification.
BE- Project: Duration: 3 Months Team size: Five
Design and Fabrication of Dozer-Trunnion Welding manipulator. M/s. BEML-KGF.
Diploma- Project: Duration: 3 Months Team size: Ten
Design and Fabrication of Plastic Injection and Moulding Machine

Academic Projects
MTech Project:
Duration: 6 Months
Team size: Single
Design and Fabrication of Updraft Gasifier for poultry litter Gasification.

BE- Project:
Duration: 3 Months
Team size: Five
Design and Fabrication of Dozer-Trunnion Welding manipulator. M/s. BEML-KGF.

Diploma- Project:
Duration: 3 Months
Team size: Ten
Design and Fabrication of Plastic Injection and Moulding Machine.

Honours & Certifications:
GATE-2001 passed with 86 percentile.
Recipient of NRE fellowship (2002-2006)

Professional Trainings:
Best Modelling methodologies and Practices.
GD & T and Tolerance Stack-Up Analysis
Plastic and sheet metal product design
Catia DMU-Kinematics

Professional Career:
Expertise covering the fields;
Automotive- Interiors, Exteriors Trims and Accessories
Exposure to Design of Plastics and sheet metal components
Automotive occupant Safety Systems-steering wheel, Seat belt, Airbag
Engine compartment Black trims
Master section, Concept designing, Packaging and feasibility Studies
Product Design and Development.
Sunroof systems Design and packaging
Instrument panel Design, Centre Console, Centre Stack design, engineering and packaging.
BIW, Exterior panels, Inner panels, Brackets and Reinforcements.
Sealing systems
Exposure to PCO, VA/VE, DFM, DFA, DFMEA, DR activities.
GD & T and tolerance stackup.
Selection of fasteners and alternative fixation methods
Quality and documentation
DMU- Space analysis and Kinematics
Exposure to Manufacturing and Fabrication 
Project Management.

Project Management:
Analysing and gathering client’s requirements, finalization of technical specifications.
Preparing the technical documents like effort estimation, resource allocation, reviewing the work progress, monitoring, delivery, data management, reporting, project tracking, etc.
Responsible for designing and implementation of process, quality plan, check list, best practices, etc.
Preparation of delivery report after completion of the project.
Preparation of training materials for the projects.
Meet the training needs

Future Goals

Growth