Vignesh S.
CATIA V5 Specialist | Automotive Interior, Exterior Design
Chennai,
India
Global rank:
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Skill pts: 5
About
I am a Mechanical Design Engineer with 7+ years of experience specializing in automotive interior and exterior trims, injection mold design, and vehicle integration. My expertise spans the full product lifecycle — from concept design to manufacturing-ready models — ensuring high-quality, precise, and cost-effective solutions.
I am proficient in CATIA V5, CREO, and SolidWorks, with hands-on experience in:
Plastic part design: snap fits, locators, bosses, and functional features
Injection mold design: core & cavity extraction, sliders, lifters, undercuts, ejector systems, and HRS feed systems
Vehicle integration: packaging of components, clash & clearance management, and GD&T-compliant drafting
Supplier collaboration: material selection, BOM creation, and managing Engineering Change Notices (ECNs)
I have successfully delivered 50+ design projects for OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers, consistently meeting performance, safety, and manufacturing requirements. My designs focus on durability, manufacturability, and visual quality, ensuring a perfect balance between form and function.
If you are looking for accurate, efficient, and industry-standard CAD designs, I can deliver solutions that bring your ideas to life and meet the toughest automotive and manufacturing challenges.
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I am proficient in CATIA V5, CREO, and SolidWorks, with hands-on experience in:
Plastic part design: snap fits, locators, bosses, and functional features
Injection mold design: core & cavity extraction, sliders, lifters, undercuts, ejector systems, and HRS feed systems
Vehicle integration: packaging of components, clash & clearance management, and GD&T-compliant drafting
Supplier collaboration: material selection, BOM creation, and managing Engineering Change Notices (ECNs)
I have successfully delivered 50+ design projects for OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers, consistently meeting performance, safety, and manufacturing requirements. My designs focus on durability, manufacturability, and visual quality, ensuring a perfect balance between form and function.
If you are looking for accurate, efficient, and industry-standard CAD designs, I can deliver solutions that bring your ideas to life and meet the toughest automotive and manufacturing challenges.
Portfolio
Experience
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Design Engineer
Hinduja tech limited · Full-time
Feb 2022 –
Jun 2025
3 yrs 4 mos
Chennai, TN, India
Design Engineer – ASPARK (Electric Hypercar Project)
Designed and developed front bumper assemblies including upper/lower grilles and fenders within New Product Development (NPD), emphasizing safety, aerodynamics, and aesthetic integration.
Engineered vehicle lighting systems, integrating headlamps, DRLs, and signal lamps seamlessly into the bumper and front fascia.
Performed component packaging for fuse box, washer bottle, high/low-tone horns, radiator, and HVAC ducts in CATIA V5, ensuring optimal spatial utilization and system performance.
Design Engineer – FORD (V801, V710 & V363 Programs)
Developed A-pillars, door trims, interior trims, and IP consoles with focus on structural integrity, safety compliance (FMVSS, NCAP), and manufacturability.
Led benchmarking initiatives to achieve cost reductions without compromising design quality.
Provided technical guidance for exterior plastic trim development and ensured precise execution through CATIA V5 high-accuracy CAD models.
Education
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Panimalar Institute of Technology
bachular of engineering, Mechacnical Engineering, B
2014 – 2017
Activities and Societies:
Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) Member – Actively participated in technical events, seminars, and design competitions focused on innovation in vehicle systems, lightweight materials, and manufacturing processes.
Engaged in Automotive CAD Design Workshops and Advanced CATIA/CREO User Groups, continuously enhancing skills in Class A surfacing, plastic part design, and mold development.
Contributed to DFMEA and NPD review sessions, working cross-functionally to identify potential design risks, implement preventive measures, and improve product safety and performance.
Served as a mentor to junior engineers, providing guidance on best practices in plastic trim design, vehicle integration, GD&T drafting, and mold design workflows.
Collaborated with engineering societies to explore sustainable design practices for automotive components, focusing on recyclable materials and efficient manufacturing techniques.
Participated in in-house design innovation challenges, developing conceptual models and prototypes that enhanced manufacturability and reduced tooling lead times.
As an active member of the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), I have participated in numerous technical events, seminars, and design competitions, gaining exposure to cutting-edge trends in vehicle systems, lightweight materials, and manufacturing processes. My passion for continuous learning has driven me to attend Automotive CAD Design Workshops and Advanced CATIA/CREO User Groups, where I have enhanced my expertise in Class A surfacing, plastic part design, and mold development.
I have been deeply involved in DFMEA and New Product Development (NPD) review sessions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify potential design risks, implement preventive measures, and optimize product safety and performance. In addition, I have mentored junior engineers in plastic trim design, vehicle integration, GD&T drafting, and mold design workflows, ensuring they follow industry best practices.
My engagement with engineering societies has also led me to explore sustainable automotive design approaches, focusing on recyclable materials and efficient manufacturing methods. Within my organizations, I have actively participated in design innovation challenges, developing conceptual models and prototypes that improved manufacturability, reduced tooling lead times, and met strict OEM standards.
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Joined: August 14, 2025
Last seen: August 15, 2025
Area of Expertise
Languages
English Full professional proficiency
Tamil Full professional proficiency
Telugu Limited working proficiency
Hindi Elementary proficiency
Location
Chennai, India