AMEYA APATE
Columbus,Indiana
Summary
Detail‑oriented mechanical design engineer with 9+ years of experience developing plastic components for global OEM and Tier‑1 automotive programs. Strong background in Siemens NX, DFM, GD&T, tooling feasibility, and cross‑functional collaboration—core competencies valued by Cummins. Skilled in converting styling surfaces into manufacturable designs, optimizing B‑side features, and resolving supplier/manufacturing issues. Consistently delivers accurate CAD models that meet quality, cost, and timing targets.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineering Lead
INFOSYS, PUNE
PUNE
08.2022 - Current
- Executed design and development processes for automotive exterior plastic parts to enhance vehicle aesthetics and functionality.
- Designed and produced parts in alignment with aesthetic and functional requirements of bumper styles.
- Fully Parametric 3D modelling and surfacing as per Daimler methodology.
- Monitored and adjusted close volume on styled surfaces, maintaining precise uniformity in wall thickness.
- Design the B-side features and considering the undercuts and the use of Lifters and Sliders.
- Designing the features like H-Locators, Cross Locators, C-Locators, Clip Towers.
- Proper RPS system with 3-2-1 principles of locating and DFMEA considerations.
- Automotive Plastic parts 3D modelling, Assembly & 2D detailing.
- Analyzed tooling feasibility and executed design modifications based on tooling impact.
- Ensured adherence to design standards according to customer specifications and executing projects in stipulated timeline.
Assoc. Product Design Engineer
FAURECIA INTERIOR SYSTEMS PVT LTD, PUNE
PUNE
07.2016 - 08.2022
- Product design & development of automotive interior plastic parts.
- Part creation for a given style surface of IP/DP/CC parts.
- Fully Parametric 3D modelling and surfacing as per Daimler methodology.
- Making the close volume from the styled surface maintaining the proper uniform wall thickness.
- Engineered b-side features while integrating undercuts, lifters, and sliders for enhanced functionality.
- Designing the features like H-Locators, Cross Locators, C-Locators, Clip Towers.
- Proper RPS system with 3-2-1 principles of locating.
- Draft analysis, Sink Mark traps considering the root thickness.
- Automotive Plastic parts 3D modelling, Assembly & 2D detailing.
- Analyzed tooling feasibility to ensure effective implementation of design changes.
- Planning and executing projects as per the customer requirement.
- Maintaining Design standard as per specifications by customers
Education
Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
GOVERNMENT COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING, KARAD
India01-2016
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
GOVERNMENT POLYTECHNIC RATNAGIRI
India01-2013
High school - General Studies
HOLY MOTHER ENGLISH MEDIUM SCHOOL
India01-2010
Skills
- Plastic Product Design (Plastic Technology)
- Design development as per DFMA
- Design Thinking and Attention to detail
- CAD proficiency (NX11812, Creo Basics)
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Excellent communication skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
Timeline
Engineering Lead
INFOSYS, PUNE
08.2022 - Current
Assoc. Product Design Engineer
FAURECIA INTERIOR SYSTEMS PVT LTD, PUNE
07.2016 - 08.2022
Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
GOVERNMENT COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING, KARAD
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
GOVERNMENT POLYTECHNIC RATNAGIRI
High school - General Studies
HOLY MOTHER ENGLISH MEDIUM SCHOOL