Senior Desgin engineer
KPIT Technologies Limited · Full-time
Jan 2018 –
Present
8 yrs Pune, MH, India
🚛 Truck Cabin Packaging Experience
In the commercial vehicle sector, I played a key role in the packaging of truck cabins, focusing on both structural and interior components. My responsibilities included:
Designing and integrating dashboard layouts, HVAC systems, headlamp covers, and side panels.
Ensuring ergonomic placement of controls and displays for driver comfort and safety.
Collaborating with chassis and electrical teams to manage space constraints and optimize mounting features.
Using Creo to develop precise 3D models and validate fitment through digital mock-ups and physical prototypes.
This role demanded a deep understanding of vehicle architecture, regulatory standards, and multi-functional packaging, especially in electric and commercial vehicle platforms.
Design Enginee
PIONEER CAD AND DESIGN SOLUTIONS PVT LTD · Full-time
May 2018 –
Jun 2021
3 yrs 1 mos Pune, MH, India
Absolutely, Paresh! Here's a more descriptive and professional version of your profile, tailored for a Design Engineer role. This version highlights your cross-industry experience, technical skills, and design thinking in a compelling narrative format:
As a seasoned Mechanical Design Engineer with over six years of hands-on experience, I specialize in 3D CAD modeling, product development, and reverse engineering across diverse industries—including automotive and home appliances. My career reflects a strong foundation in mechanical design principles, combined with a practical understanding of manufacturing constraints and user-centric innovation.
#### 🏭 **Home Appliances Experience – Whirlpool Projects**
At Whirlpool, I contributed to the design and development of dishwasher racks and accessory components. My role involved:
- Creating multi-level rack systems with foldable and fixed configurations to optimize space and usability.
- Designing plastic components such as clips, retainers, and transporters, ensuring durability and ease of assembly.
- Translating layout requirements into solid CAD models using Creo, while balancing functional performance with aesthetic appeal.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to validate designs through prototyping and testing.
This experience sharpened my ability to work with consumer-grade plastic parts, where precision, ergonomics, and cost-efficiency are paramount.
#### 🚗 **Automotive Experience – Auto Rickshaw & BEV Packaging**
In the automotive domain, I worked on packaging and interior design for auto rickshaws and battery electric vehicles (BEVs). My contributions included:
- Designing dashboards, headlamp covers, side panels, and other interior components using CATIA and Creo.
- Reverse engineering benchmark vehicles using image references and scan data to recreate accurate 3D models.
- Developing mounting features and fitment solutions that align with vehicle architecture and safety standards.
- Supporting chassis layout and packaging studies to ensure optimal space utilization and manufacturability.
This role demanded a deep understanding of vehicle ergonomics, structural integrity, and integration of electrical components within tight spatial constraints.
### 💡 **Why Me?**
My dual-industry experience allows me to approach design challenges with a unique perspective—balancing consumer usability with engineering rigor. Whether it’s a dishwasher rack or a dashboard panel, I bring:
- Strong CAD proficiency (Creo)
- Reverse engineering expertise
- Knowledge of plastic part design and sheet metal packaging
- Collaborative mindset and problem-solving attitude
Education
Nmu University
BE, Mecahanical, 62%
2012 – 2016
Activities and Societies:
Playing cricket & watching cricket match