Sandip Patil

I am an accomplished engineering leader with over 17 years of experience in the automotive industry, with specialized expertise in the design and development of plastic injection molding components and sheet metal brackets. I am proud to have dedicated nearly 11 years of my career to Mercedes-Benz, one of the world's most stylish and desirable automotive brands, contributing to iconic programs across ADAS sensor integration and Interior & Exterior Trims for both luxury and high-performance vehicles.

The remaining years of my journey were spent contributing to renowned Indian and French OEMs, where I gained deep exposure to global development environments and complex cross-cultural collaboration. My experience spans the entire product lifecycle, from predevelopment to SOP and series production, supported by strong cross-functional leadership, global stakeholder engagement, and a continuous drive for innovation.

I bring a unique blend of technical depth, design sensibility, and strategic execution, having built and led high-performing teams, introduced system engineering practices, and delivered multiple award-winning design solutions. Passionate about creating impactful, future-ready mobility experiences, I thrive at the intersection of design, technology, and engineering excellence.

Won two design competitions:

• first was held in 2016 (Future Mobility 2030),
• second was held in 2021 by STYLING STUDIO (DFM: Designing for Future Mobility 2050).

Awards

• ABCD Award received for LIDAR mounting bracket design and development
• Long Service Award for Completing 10years at MBRDI