Arun Babu .
🔧 Engineering & AI Workflow Transformation Leader 📍 15 Years | R&D | PLM/CAD | Industrial & Renewable Energy
Greater Bengaluru Area
15+ years of work experience
Oct 202511 mosPresent
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Working as a remote contractor providing specialized project management and industrial engineering consulting services to diverse clients across renewable energy, climate technology, and industrial sectors.
Core Services:
• Industrial Engineering Solutions - Developing technical frameworks, process optimization strategies, and engineering assessment rubrics for manufacturing and industrial operations
• Project Management - Managing complex engineering projects from concept to delivery, including timeline development, resource allocation, and stakeholder coordination
• Technical Advisory - Providing expert guidance on mechanical systems design, process engineering, and industrial equipment selection
• Green Technology Consulting - Supporting renewable energy initiatives, climate tech implementations, and sustainability-focused engineering projects
Key Deliverables:
• Engineering evaluation rubrics and assessment frameworks
• Technical feasibility studies and project proposals
• Process improvement recommendations and optimization plans
• Project documentation, specifications, and execution roadmaps
Leveraging 14+ years of experience in:
• Project management across water treatment, mineral processing, and industrial systems
• Mechanical design and product development (pumps, valves, clarifiers, chlorinators)
• Industrial process optimization and VA/VE methodologies
• Cross-functional team leadership and international client engagement
May 20223 yrs 6 mosOct 2025
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Led development of India’s first membrane-less alkaline green hydrogen electrolyser from concept to commercial deployment, achieving ~60% CAPEX reduction versus PEM systems and 99.9% H₂ purity.
Managed full product lifecycle across R&D, prototyping, pilot validation, and manufacturing scale-up, coordinating cross-functional teams and ensuring on-time delivery across multi-phase development.
Executed pilot installations with ONGC and BPCL, applying DFM and supply-chain localisation to meet PLI scheme requirements and reduce procurement lead times.
Supported technology demonstrations which led to National Startup Day 2026, where Newtrace was recognised under India’s National Green Hydrogen Mission
May 20202 yrs 1 moMay 2022
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
In this role, I led VA/VE initiatives for chlorinator systems, utilizing SolidWorks CAD,Autodesk Inventor and simulation-driven design optimization to enhance performance and reduce manufacturing costs. I conducted technical analysis and validation activities to ensure compliance with project requirements and regulatory standards. My collaboration with cross-functional teams facilitated the delivery of engineering solutions for complex water technology applications.
Achievements: I successfully improved chlorinator system performance and regulatory compliance, resulting in cost savings of approximately $135K through effective design optimization and process improvements.
Jul 20172 yrs 9 mosMar 2020
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
I led the NPD lifecycle for lobe pumps, focusing on hydraulic calculations, rotor-profile optimization, and prototype validation. My role involved developing detailed 3D CAD models and engineering drawings aligned with international standards. I collaborated with global engineering teams on various projects, managing engineering change orders and ensuring design accuracy.
Achievements: I delivered multiple NPD projects for industrial pumps, achieving significant cost optimizations and improvements in engineering efficiency through streamlined design review processes.
May 20143 yrs 3 mosJul 2017
My responsibilities included valve sizing and selection for safety relief valves, ensuring compliance with international standards. I collaborated with engineering teams in France on technical specifications and conducted detailed engineering calculations for valve performance. My role also involved designing various valves and supporting manufacturing activities through material selection and vendor coordination.
Achievements: I successfully improved engineering processes and documentation, contributing to enhanced product reliability and compliance with safety standards.
Mar 20113 yrs 3 mosMay 2014
I collaborated with international engineering teams on GEHO positive-displacement pumps, managing engineering change orders and conducting design analysis. My role involved developing 3D CAD models and technical documentation while ensuring quality and compliance standards.
Achievements: I contributed to the successful development of GEHO pump systems, improving engineering efficiency and product quality through optimized design workflows and collaboration processes.
Arun’s AI Stack
Education
Master's degree, Engineering Design
Anna University Chennai
20192 yrs2021
Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
Anna University Chennai
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