Rupali M. Tayade
Project Manager/Program Manager
Pune
Summary
Highly motivated and experienced project manager with a proven track record of successfully managing and implementing projects of varying complexities. Collaborative and dedicated to working closely with stakeholders to achieve project objectives and ensure successful project completion.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
2015
2015
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Project Manager
EKA Mobility
05.2024 - Current
- Develop and communicate the Master Project Plan, including system-level activities, work packages, resources, and timelines, ensuring alignment with project QCD (Quality, Cost, Delivery).
- Track project progress through activity charts, identifying critical paths, activities, and resource requirements.
- Facilitate management reviews and ensure project timelines align with scope and stakeholder expectations.
- Monitor and track project budget, cost, quality, and delivery timelines; escalate discrepancies with solutions.
- Coordinate with manufacturing teams to ensure vehicle production meets project requirements.
- Conduct risk analysis, flag potential risks, and develop mitigation plans.
Project Lead
KPIT Technology Pvt. Ltd
02.2022 - 10.2023
- Company Overview: Daimler Truck North America
- Managed, developed, and implemented projects of varying complexity within the assigned functional area
- Collaborated with business stakeholders to ensure project success and alignment with organizational goals
- Led multiple projects from inception to completion, facilitating project planning sessions with internal stakeholders to determine scope and objectives
- Established project performance goals in coordination with business stakeholders, designed project plans, developed timelines, identified milestones, and tracked performance against goals and timelines
- Identified, tracked, and resolved project issues in collaboration with team members
- Monitored and communicated project status to the project team, ensuring transparency and alignment
- Planned and monitored project budgets, conducted research and analysis, and provided input into the design and development of project plans and timelines
- Managed project risks by utilizing quality tools to identify areas of risk and worked with the team to identify alternatives or solutions
- Documented and shared team learnings with other teams, leveraging project team experiences to enhance project success
- Maintained project notes, databases, and records, and communicated project status to stakeholders
- Identified and assigned appropriate resources for various project tasks, guided and coached team members through project stages, and provided developmental feedback
- Achieved exceptional performance, receiving an appreciation certificate within a year for outstanding contributions to project management and success
- Collaborated on the design and implementation of Fuel Cell stack, EPTO, Traction System Inverter, power steering, Air Compressor, Air Intake, HV & LV Battery pack, Radiator, and hydrogen storage system, strictly adhering to design guidelines, resulting in a 100% concept finalization rate
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to present findings and recommendations for process improvements
- Daimler Truck North America
Assistant Manager
Kalyani Maxion Wheels Pvt Ltd
06.2018 - 02.2022
- Achieved 100% completion of the Heavy Commercial Vehicle steel wheels design and development process, from product requirements to series supply, ensuring compliance with international standards (IS, ETRTO, EUWA, T&RO)
- Managed RFQ processes with 100% accuracy using ARAS-Innovator, including feasibility studies, Bill of Material, routing, and Purchase Requisition creation in the SAP system
- Led and coordinated design and development activities in the product design department, resulting in the successful creation of CAD drawings, 3D models, work instructions, checklists, BIS, ARAI homologation, Global Audit, PPAP documentation, customer visits, and IATF audits for all OEMs
- Conducted data analysis to ensure on-time delivery of raw materials, expediting deliveries as required to meet production schedules
- Prepared risk mitigation plans, and ensured timely resolution and escalation of unresolved critical issues
- Coordinated wheel testing according to IS9438, EUWA ES3.11, and customer-specific standards, including CFT, RFT, and Biaxial testing
- Achieved product development goals aligned with project timelines by collaborating with all stakeholders
- Timely escalated critical issues at all milestones for resolution and sign-off
- Defined prototype plans and obtained stakeholder sign-off on specifications to meet validation criteria
- Recognized with an award for Best Innovation Project of Cold Expansion in the Maxion Global team in 2019
Technical Lead
KPIT Technology Pvt. Ltd
08.2017 - 06.2018
- Conceptualized and finalized bracket designs for Electrical harness and ASOV System using the Pugh Matrix, achieving a 100% concept finalization rate
- Created precise bracket manufacturing drawings with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) for enhanced manufacturing accuracy
- Conducted Design Verification Activities (DVA) and Worst case Analysis (Tolerance stack-up) for engine components to ensure the high quality standards
- Led cross-functional teams in activities such as Virtual Build, D-phase review, Change Review board, ensuring seamless collaboration and project success
- Achieved a perfect customer satisfaction rating with a Five out of Five (100%) Customer Satisfaction Rating (CSR) for exceptional project performance
Technical Lead
Tata Technologies Pvt. Ltd
08.2010 - 03.2015
- Designing & modeling of steering arm, pitman arm, tie rod, components selection and design calculation for Turning Circle Diameters for steering system
- Successfully routed high-pressure steering lines, developed connectors, adaptors, and mountings using TATA Specification standards for pneumatic systems
- Designed new technology aggregates/assemblies for commercial vehicle steering systems, ensuring compliance with global and Indian standards
- Executed components drawing, assembly drawings, and manufacturing-level checks, ensuring 100% accurate and timely release
- Led the design and development of various vehicle aggregates, including chassis, propeller shaft, exhaust system, fuel system, winch, and spare wheel structure and managed the entire engine mounting project for defense vehicles, achieving optimal design decisions
- Created VC numbers and their technical specifications in the PLM system
- Conducted BOM checking and DML/SUBMODULE releases for various aggregates and managed VC releases in the PLM system
- Promoted to a technical lead position for demonstrated expertise and leadership
Senior Design Engineer
L&T Heavy Engineering Division Ltd
06.2007 - 05.2010
- Project planning and execution for multiple projects, including HAL Composite components, DRDO Akash logistic container project, and ISRO satellite center of sandwich structure project, resulting in a 100% on-time project completion rate
- Developed precise process sheets and lay-up sequences, created lay-up molds, and finalized tool manufacturing processes, resulting in 30% improvement in production efficiency
- Utilized top-down assembly and rule-based designing for engineering and electrical equipment, ensuring a 20% reduction in design time
- Designed and modeled equipment foundations, longitudinal decks, and bulkheads using the Structural Design and Development Module of CATIA V5
Graduate Trainee Engineer
Greaves Cotton Ltd
03.2006 - 08.2006
- Achieved improvement in designing and parametric modeling of an 800 CC IC engine, including parts like the inlet manifold, exhaust manifold, supporting beam, piston, camshaft, push rod, and rocker arm using Pro-E
Design Engineer
Soudamini Instruments
06.2005 - 02.2006
- Successfully launched the new product in the first attempt with a 100% success rate, showcasing effective design and development skills
Education
ME - Machine Design
Ganba Moze College of Engineering
Pune07-2015
B.E. - undefined
Govt. College of Engineering
Skills
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Mechanical New product Design & development
- Strategic Planning
- VAVE- Value Engineering
- Cost Reduction
- Weight optimization
- Budgeting and Financial Management
- Customer delegation
- Cross-Functional Technical reviews
- DFMEA
- DFA/ DFM
- Risk Management
- Subject Matter expert in Sheet metal process
- Piping Design
- Team Leadership and Coaching
- Pro-E (Creo 70)
- Catia V5R19
- AutoCAD 2016
- SAP
- Team –Centre Engineering
- Windchill
- Problem-solving
- Time Management
Project tracking
Risk management
Strategic planning
Work flow planning
Technical support
Task prioritization
Cost control
Disclaimer
I declare that the details furnished in this resume are true to the best of my knowledge., 02/05/2024
Seminarsandpublications
- Passenger Seat Structure optimization for AIS -023 by using Composite Material, IRAJ (Institute of Research and Journal) Research Forum, Seminar, Best seminar adjudged
- Review of Seat Testing and Evaluation Regulation, IJMPE (International Journal of Mechanical and Production Engineering volume-4, Issue-3), Paper Publication
- Review of Seat Testing and Evaluation Regulation, IJESC (International Journal of Engineering Science and Computing Journal), Paper Publication
Timeline
Project Manager
EKA Mobility
05.2024 - Current
Project Lead
KPIT Technology Pvt. Ltd
02.2022 - 10.2023
Assistant Manager
Kalyani Maxion Wheels Pvt Ltd
06.2018 - 02.2022
Technical Lead
KPIT Technology Pvt. Ltd
08.2017 - 06.2018
Technical Lead
Tata Technologies Pvt. Ltd
08.2010 - 03.2015
Senior Design Engineer
L&T Heavy Engineering Division Ltd
06.2007 - 05.2010
Graduate Trainee Engineer
Greaves Cotton Ltd
03.2006 - 08.2006
Design Engineer
Soudamini Instruments
06.2005 - 02.2006
B.E. - undefined
Govt. College of Engineering
ME - Machine Design
Ganba Moze College of Engineering
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