Hemadrieswar Kurapati
Detroit
Summary
Dynamic mechanical project engineer specializing in PLM engineering and vehicle integration. Proven track record of enhancing product quality and optimizing program execution through cross-functional collaboration. Strong background in CAD validation and engineering change management, with a focus on reducing product development risks and improving integration processes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanical Project Engineer
Alten technology
Detroit
03.2024 - Current
- NPI concept to launch for Grand Cherokee & RAM product development milestones by leading DV/PV validation PPAP, PLM engineering releases, Improving design maturity and launch Readiness by 25%.
- Improved program execution and delivery performance by managing milestones, budget alignment, executive status reporting, engineering risks, cross-functional coordination, on-time deliverables by 30%.
- Reduced product development risks and validation issues leading RCA, 8D, CAPA, technical reviews, and engineering change management (CN/ECR/ECO), reducing failures and launch risks by 35%.
- Enhanced vehicle integration and engineering quality through CAD validation, packaging studies, using EBOM/VBOM, TeamCenter, CATIA V5, Siemens NX, CAE, and DFSS methods, improving product quality and compliance readiness by 25%.
Project Engineer (UI)
Pixel park
Gaithersburg
12.2023 - 03.2024
- Developed automotive UI/UX and HMI solutions by translating OEM requirements into system specifications, user flows, and production-ready vehicle applications.
- Defined HMI architecture, interface specifications, and integration requirements using JIRA, CANalyzer/CANoe, and MATLAB/Simulink for vehicle development and validation.
- Managed end-to-end HMI application lifecycle including design, documentation, integration, testing, defect resolution, and vehicle deployment.
- Collaborated with software, hardware, and validation teams to resolve integration issues and deliver production-quality automotive features.
Product Design Engineer
Internship Training
Chennai
01.2019 - 04.2019
- Conducted CAE/FEA analysis, assessing structural performance, stress distribution, and durability under off-road conditions to ensure component resilience.
- Optimized hood geometry and material selection based on CAD and simulation outcomes, enhancing reliability and manufacturability.
- Supported prototype testing and design iterations, validating performance and contributing to improved component durability.
- Designed and modeled off-road vehicle hood components in CATIA V4, focusing on lightweight strength and manufacturability.
Education
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Florida Institute of Technology
Melbourne, FL08-2024
Bachelor of Science - Automotive Engineering
Hindustan University
Chennai,TN08-2021
Skills
- PLM engineering
- CAD validation
- CAE analysis
- Engineering change management
- Vehicle integration
- Prototype development
- MathWorks MATLAB
- CATIA V5
- Manufacturing methods
- PowerBI
- Vismockup
- Program execution
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Risk management
- Problem solving
- MS office
Certification
- PMP Certified
Timeline
Mechanical Project Engineer
Alten technology
03.2024 - Current
Project Engineer (UI)
Pixel park
12.2023 - 03.2024
Product Design Engineer
Internship Training
01.2019 - 04.2019
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Florida Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science - Automotive Engineering
Hindustan University