Headline

“Senior Automation Engineer | Helping Automotive Leaders hit 90%+ OEE through High-Speed SPM Design & Global Production Transfers”

About

With over six years of experience in engineering and manufacturing, I am a Manufacturing Engineer at TE Connectivity, contributing to the New Product Development (NPD) Manufacturing Engineering team for Global Automotive and Transportation Solutions. My work focuses on high-speed process automation, specializing in the design, development, and implementation of Special Purpose Machines (SPMs) for connectors and headers. Leveraging expertise in engineering design, manufacturing engineering, and process engineering, I collaborate across teams to enhance manufacturing efficiency and align projects with organizational goals. Passionate about advancing automation and precision in manufacturing, I am committed to delivering innovative engineering solutions that drive quality and operational success.

Location

Pune District

AI stack

cursor

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kilocode

perplexity

Work experience

Manufacturing Engineer at TE Connectivity, Sep 2023 - Present · 2 yrs 10 mos, Pune District, Maharashtra, India, • An integral member of the NPD Manufacturing Engineering team for Global Automotive and Transportation Solutions at TE Connectivity, Pune Shirwal. • Led projects involving the development and implementation of high-speed, high-accuracy Special Purpose Machines (SPMs) for connectors and headers. • Spearheaded the design and development of intricate CAM-based stitching heads for high-speed, high-accuracy SPMs, enhancing manufacturing efficiency and product quality. • Managed daily project activities, including planning and implementation, across multiple teams. Conducted regular team meetings to review progress and introduce new designs, ensuring alignment with project timelines and goals. • Collaborated closely with mechanical and electrical teams to troubleshoot issues and optimize machine performance, achieving maximum Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE). • Implemented continuous improvement initiatives to enhance manufacturing processes and reduce production costs, resulting in significant savings for the company. • Developed and maintained detailed documentation, including drawings, specifications, and standard operating procedures, ensuring compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements.

Design Engineer at O/E/N India Ltd., Apr 2023 - Sep 2023 · 6 mos, Ernakulam, Kerala, India, Led process automation design and program management to deliver innovative solutions. Innovated and improved new and existing products, creating SPMs, fixtures, tools, and jigs with Autodesk Inventor. Engineered special purpose machines (SPMs) for industrial and automotive relay assembly, testing, poke-yoke, and manufacturing. Managed full project lifecycles, meeting time, cost, and quality objectives from concept to closure. Designed intricate mechanisms with 3D CAD models, 2D drawings, and top-level BOM for special-purpose machines. Selected, designed, processed, handled, and qualified pneumatic, standard, and electronic products for relay manufacturing automation from renowned brands. Collaborated with managers, engineers, developers, and technicians to create machines, products, and testing units. Coordinated daily project activities, planning, and implementation across multiple teams, conducting team meetings to review progress and present new designs. Implemented efficient supply chain management strategies to reduce manufacturing costs, negotiating cost-effective component quantities, and managing logistics to supply testing material and equipment to both internal and external partners.

Design Automation Engineer at O/E/N India Ltd., Jan 2020 - Aug 2023 · 3 yrs 8 mos, Led process automation design team and end-to-end program management delivering innovative, cost-effective manufacturing solutions. Engineered advanced Special Purpose Machines (SPMs) for relay assembly, testing, poke-yoke, and high-speed production. Supervised 120+ machines, achieving 20–40% higher output, reducing manpower by 20%, and improving reliability. Managed complete project lifecycles from concept to closure, consistently meeting time, cost, and quality objectives. Designed intricate mechanisms using 3D CAD, 2D drawings, BOMs, and CAM systems with pneumatic, servo, and stepper actuators. Qualified and integrated components from global brands (FESTO, SMC, MISUMI, OMRON, THK, etc.) into relay automation systems. Collaborated across cross-functional teams to drive machine design, product innovation, and supply chain efficiency. Facilitated knowledge transfer and technical workshops for multidisciplinary stakeholders to align automation initiatives with evolving production requirements and regulatory standards.

Assistant Design Engineer in Automation Department at O/E/N India Ltd., Mar 2021 - May 2023 · 2 yrs 3 mos, Ernakulam, Kerala, India, • Full-Time Employee • Automation Machine Designer • Automation Concept Development • Design Special Purpose Machines for the testing and manufacturing of relays • Expertise in using CAD packages like Autodesk Inventor & Solidworks. • Create functional 3D CAD Models, 2D Drawings using GD&T & Top Level BOM of the machine. • Pneumatic Design Specialist-Automation Segment • Responsible for Selection, Designing, Qualifying Pneumatic Products for Automation • Process knowledge of FESTO, SMC Pneumatics, MISUMI, FIBRO, HIWIN, WEISS, THK • Works closely with other engineers, developers, technicians and managers • Conduct day-to-day project coordination, planning, and implementation across multiple teams • Conducting team meetings to review the projects & presenting the new products & design

Design Engineer at Tech Synergy Technology Pvt Ltd, Sep 2020 - Jul 2022 · 1 yr 11 mos, Ernakulam, Kerala, India, • Part-time Machine Designer • 3D - Machine Designer • Concept Development • Pneumatic Design Specialist-Automation Segment • Responsible for Selection, Designing, Qualifying Pneumatic Products for Automation • Process knowledge of FESTO, SMC Pneumatics, MISUMI, FIBRO, HIWIN, WEISS • Design Special Purpose Machines • Convert to customer requirements into design products. • Preparation of 3D Designs, assembly drawings of complete machines, detailing out of components & preparation of Bill of material. • Conduct day-to-day project coordination, planning, and implementation across multiple teams

Freelance Content Creator at Geine Creations, 2015 - 2020 · 5 yrs, Ernakulam, It's were I follow my passion and my heart, where I create content both paid and for myself for social medias Feel free to mingle up for collaboration.

Student Internship at Fertilizers and Chemicals Ltd, FACT, May 2016 - May 2016 · 1 mo, Cochin Area, India

Education

Bachelor of Technology - BTech, Mechanical Engineering, Toc H Institute of Science & Technology