Pendem P.

Experience

• Fixture design engineer Jaguar Land Rover · Full-time Mar 2023 – Present 3 yrs 8 mos Coventry, UK Led end-to-end process optimization and workflow streamlining across assembly lines for prototype EV battery assembly tool design and BIW fixtures, systematically removing bottlenecks to boost productivity, precision, and line efficiency.
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  Applied lean engineering principles and data-driven root cause problem-solving techniques to verify hardware and tooling setup requirements with relevant stakeholders, resolving design, tooling setup, and production challenges.
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  Designed and developed fixtures and assembly tooling for prototype vehicle BIW and prototype EV battery assembly tool design, ensuring seamless design integration for existing system architecture and new product development.
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  Managed multiple concurrent design projects by adjusting assembly sequencing and implementing process modifications that solved problems and boosted productivity and precision from concept to release for manufacturing.
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  Prepared process documents for designed tools, securing approval from internal authorities to establish them as Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
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  Utilized advanced Bill of Materials (BOM) tracking systems to manage part orders, component releases, and delivery schedules with end-to-end design ownership.
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  Acted as a primary technical focal point for cross-functional tooling requirements across Operations, Quality, Manufacturing, and Shopfloor teams.
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  Mentored apprentices and junior team members through structured hands-on training, guiding their daily work execution, software application, and adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Senior Design Engineer MOLD-TEK TECHNOLOGIES Pvt. Ltd (India) · Full-time Feb 2013 – Sep 2026 13 yrs 7 mos Hyderabad, Telangana, India Delivered high-precision BIW welding fixture designs for premier automotive brands including Daimler, BMW, Audi, and Ford etc, adhering to strict quality and safety standards.
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  Engineered automation tools, geo-stations, and rest tables that significantly improved material flow and manufacturing processes, creatively solving complex industrial problems.
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  Responsible for conceptual design, 3D finishing activities to deliver 3D design to customers with best quality within agreed time frame.
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  Accountable for preparation & reviewing of 2D drawing and BOM for the manufacturability of the parts and assemblies designed.
• Senior Design Engineer Belcan India · Full-time Oct 2021 – Oct 2022 1 yrs Hyderabad, Telangana, India Engineered advanced plastic and structural components for automotive seating systems, ensuring strict compliance with customer and safety standards.
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  Implemented innovative design approaches and created detailed designs to streamline seating assembly, reducing costs, optimizing production workflows, and cutting assembly cycle times.
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  Collaborated closely with customer engineering teams to ensure error-free deliverables incorporating robust system architecture, intellectual property protections, and successful final acceptance testing (FAT).
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  Managed the delivery and rigorous iterative revisions of high-quality engineering data (CAD) for seating systems to ensure data integrity and meet stringent performance checks.
• Senior Design Engineer Satyam Venture Engineering Services · Full-time Jun 2017 – Oct 2021 4 yrs 4 mos Hyderabad, Telangana, India Led the design, development, and optimization of automotive body parts (sunroofs, convertible roofs), thermo-systems (fuel heaters, electric heaters), and EV charger kits.
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  Conceptualized and implemented innovative roofing solutions leveraging advanced engineering design methodologies and integrated material handling with process design principles.
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  Developed and validated manufacturing and automated assembly line tools, delivering high-quality CAD data for analysis and validation within budget.
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  Led comprehensive engineering reviews and engaged in technical discussions and vendor negotiations to ensure high-quality standards and cost-effective implementations.
• Team Lead - Design & Development Vengala Engineering Design Services Pvt Ltd · Full-time Sep 2016 – Jun 2021 4 yrs 9 mos Hyderabad, Telangana, India Executed the design and development of new and existing oil-cooled distribution transformers ranging from 25 kVA to 315 kVA.
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  Prepared manufacturing drawings for tanks and components according to customer guidelines, generating BOMs and cost estimation sheets based on regional market prices.
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  Acted as the primary technical liaison, negotiating with vendors and stakeholders to bridge design and production teams and ensure seamless integration of advanced engineering principles.
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  Facilitated Post Release Evaluation (PRE) meetings to discuss issues, identify improvements, and conduct regular training sessions to enhance team design capabilities.