Product Design Development

SATHIYAMURTHY SUBRAMANI

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Product Design Development and Release Engineer

SKILLS PROFILE:

• Having 15+ years of Experience in Product Design Development and Release Engineering.

• Experience in chassis system in the medium electric truck Design and development (Class 4 to 6).

• Experience in Volvo Heavy Trucks CAB Design and development (Class 8)

• Experience in Body in White (BIW) of SUV Car and Electric sedan Car.

• Experience in Interior IP Assembly and Exterior Front door.

• Experience in Steering system MRR and ERR Column Assembly.

• Experience in powertrain components design V6 Engine block and V6 cylinder head design

• Experience in Seating System and Recliner mechanism (Manual and Power)

• Experience in Micro Trailer Truck and Fifth Wheel Mechanism Design and development

• Experience in Aerospace metallic structure and composite panel design.

• Experience in GE Gas Turbine and GE Wind Turbine.

• Experience in FVMSS, DFMEA, DFA, DFM. DVP&R, PPAP, & APQP.

• Knowledge in FEA Analysis static and dynamic.

• Bench mark/ Concept design/ Innovation/idea/ Minimalist/optimization design

• Excellent knowledge of 3D modeling and drafting, G&DT, Machining symbols, welding Symbols,

Standardization, parametrization and Six Sigma.

• Skilled in design- castings, sheet metal, Plastic injection molds, Extrusions & Forging.

• Master Sections / sections study and creation, Feasibility Study.

• Packaging Study and environment parts Study and positioning, clearance, fits interference check.

• Surface feasibility study considering craftsmanship, design rules, gap and flush, and tooling

considerations.

• Good knowledge in PDM, PLM Product Life cycle and Team Center

• Conducting Design Reviews, plan for DFMEA for the design.

• Preparing Bill of material (BOM), releasing data in Team center, Support the part Development.

• Good Communication, Team Management Skills and presentation skill.

TECHNICAL BACKGROUND:

CAD Software’s and PDM & PLM Software’s

Years

Pro/E, UGNX 2022, Catia V5R29, GSD Surface, part, Sheetmetal, assembly, drafting, PDM, Windchill, Kola, Smarteam, PLM Enovia, Team Center, Enovia

15+

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Sr. Mechanical Engineer -DRE

Workhorse Technologies Inc Dec 12th 2022 – Present

Leading the chassis group at an electric truck manufacturer (Class 5 to 6). High Voltage Designing battery enclosure structures, High voltage C-pack battery structure assembly, and High voltage H-pack battery structural brackets for battery packages. Leading design and development from prototype to production and Launch. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize chassis systems. Conducting FEA analysis, testing, and validation for improvements.

Evaluating performance and reliability through feasibility studies and simulations. Ensuring timely delivery of high-quality components from suppliers. Incorporating modern technologies into chassis designs. Supporting production teams and addressing technical issues. Staying updated on industry trends and regulations. Assisting with prototype and production launches. Managing issue resolution, ECNs, and design updates. Finally release the data in UGNX Team center.

BIW Engineer

Segula Technologies Inc Dec 12th 2021 – 11th NOV 2022

Deputed at Volvo truck north America Inc for Full vehicle TRUCK CAB - BIW structure Design & Development. Responsible for front end, underbody, upper body, body side, and Door design Packaging. Conducted benchmarking and comparison with previous Vehicles. Managed design parts from initial design to prototype phase and production. Created and managed EBOM (Engineering Bill of Materials), including material selection and finish. Developed CAB Structure, released data, and validated Body Structures Joining Content.

Conducted feasibility studies and packages study, and created layouts and master sections. Led the development of DVP for validating Body Structures material joint assumptions. Supported supplier selection process with heavy interface to purchasing. Interacted with Body Structures Design Team and CAE Team and conducted physical testing validation. Developed Structural and panel parts 3D models and 2D drawings using Catia V5R6-R27. Final release of data in Windchill and Kola Team Center Documentations.

Product Engineer

NSK Steering Systems America Inc OCT 17th 2016 – OCT 25th 2021

Designed and developed Automotive steering Column Assembly systems from concept design to launch. Created concept designs and specifications, layouts, and master sections. Conducted benchmarking and comparison with previous vehicles. Proposed concept design alternatives and weight reduction strategies. Collaborated with the FEA team to optimize designs. Conducted design reviews with product managers and managed timing plans. Worked closely with suppliers to ensure manufacturing and tooling feasibility. Analyzed designs and created 3D models using Catia V5R25. Uploaded data into the smart team.

Sr. Design Engineer

RACAR International LLC March 1st 2016 – SEP 30th 2016

Designed and developed the Car Rear Door Design. Developed the Skin panel, hinge layout, O/H layout, and other related components. Designed Rear door comp structure, sash comp/window structure, and exterior parts. Created hemming details, adhesive, and indirect welding details. Integrated sash moldings and other exterior components. Conducted modeling, drafting, assembly, and prepared BOM using Catia V5R6-R27.

Sr. Design Engineer

Detroit Engineered Product Inc Dec 7th 2011 to Feb 19th 2016

Designed and Developed Automotive SUV Car Body in White (BIW) Structure. Designed various components to increase strength, stiffness, and weight reduction. Designed GMET V6 Engine Block and Cylinder Head for compactness and optimization. Designed including automotive seating systems and recliner mechanisms. Conducted tolerance studies, packaging studies, and created modeling and drafting. Prepared BOM and utilized Catia V5R21.

Design Engineer

TAP International Services Ltd, South Africa Oct 4th 2010 to March 31st 2011

Worked on Airbus A400M (WFF) Aircraft - Structural Design at Denel Saab Aerostructures (Pty) Ltd. Handled the Design Principles for Metallic Structures and Composite Panels. Conducted design improvements and weight-saving measures. Created modeling, drafting, assembly, BOM, and ECN using Catia V5 R18 and Windchill.

Design Engineer

Focus Tech Media Pvt Ltd, Chennai, India July 6th 2005 to Jan 30th 2010

Successfully developed Rava EV Car - BIW Structure Design, including mid-compartment development. Conducted benchmark studies and designed panels with respect to mating interfaces. Defined mounting points for Casting mounting brackets and structural members. Ensured manufacturing feasibility considerations. Created design proposals, models, and packaging assemblies. Conducted clearance and interference checks. Supported the development of parts and 3D models using Pro/E Wildfire 2.0 and Seating System done by SolidWorks 2009.

CAD Engineer

Mech Ci Cadd Pvt Ltd, Chennai, India June 2nd 1999 to June 30th 2005

Deputed at Tata Consultancy Service for the parametric design of GE Gas Turbines. Designed External Casings, Inner Casings, Fan Blades, compressor blades, Turbine blades, Front Support, Rear Support, tubes, and performed 2D to 3D Modeling. Created drawings and details using UG NX. Conducted the migration of Bill of Materials from IBM Mainframe system to iMAN System.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION:

University / Institute

Qualification

Percentage / Grade

Anna University /Madras Institute of Technology

B.E (Bachelor of Automobile Engineering)

62.2% / First Class

Directorate of Technical Education/Vignesh Polytechnic

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

72.1% / First Class

SATHIYAMURTHY SUBRAMANI Place: Ohio, USA

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