Siemens Ltd. (Global engineering and technology conglomerate) | Mumbai

• Executive Industrial Engineer
• Automation
  • Led a 3-member team to implement a semi-automated assembly line for MV circuit breakers, increasing output by 70%, reducing WIP by 80%, and unlocking ₹60 Cr/year in revenue.
  • Automated a critical nut-setting process spanning 10 workstations by integrating an industrial robotic system, reducing cycle time by 58%, saving ₹37.5 lakh/year in labour, and lowering customer complaints by 90%. 
     
• Digitalization
  • Designed and deployed a scalable digital Production Management System with QR-based tracking and real-time Andon alerts, saving ₹42L/year through improved traceability, error control, and supervisor efficiency.
  • Leveraged PlantSim software to create a Digital Twin of the layout and simulate manpower scenarios; enabled data-driven decisions that improved line balancing and boosted manpower utilization by 12%.
  • Ideated and managed the deployment of Siemens Industrial Edge devices across 4 production systems to collect and analyze 100+ machine/process parameters, reducing downtime by ~7% and improving process visibility.
  • Developed QR-based traceability for 15+ critical parts to eliminate 2-hour RCA delays, improving vendor accountability, CRM KPIs, and enabling faster, more reliable root cause analysis and closure.
  • Built and deployed 10+ PowerApps to automate recurring production and admin tasks, eliminating manual processes and improving data traceability. 
     
• CapEx Management & Strategic Planning
  • Managed the ₹8–10 Cr annual CapEx budget, overseeing allocation across automation, infrastructure, and capacity projects, and tracking utilization to ensure adherence to financial goals and timelines. 
     
• Cross-Functional Leadership
  • Chaired a 9-member cross-functional Productivity Committee to identify and resolve factory-wide productivity challenges through collaborative action plans and stakeholder ownership.
  • Planned and executed an 8-week Lean training for 25 members. Later applied concepts like 5S, takt time, and VSM on shopfloor to improve flow and reduce waste.
  • Coordinated and presented best practice contributions across 6+ departments at Siemens' BPS forum quarterly and led internal adoption of global initiatives. 
     
• Data Analysis
  • Conducted monthly Shopfloor Productivity Analysis of daily production, idle time, and rework data from group heads to identify performance gaps and flagged trends to management for efficiency improvements and incentive decisions. 
     
• Process Improvement
  • Designed and implemented reusable packaging with stackable bins to reduce transport damage by 90% and save ₹6L/year in rework and packaging material, while improving handling efficiency and vendor-side traceability.
  • Introduced a pneumatic manipulator that reduced a product assembly step time by 67%, saving ₹16L/year, horizontally deployed this solution across 5+ product lines.
  • Built a semi-automated HV product testing setup, reducing test time from 10 to 7 mins and operator exposure by 50%; commended and recognized as a safety best practice by BU Head.
  • Served as a member of the 15-member Siemens’ Safety Committee to implemented process safety improvements through audits and feedback, to uphold Siemens’ Zero Harm Culture policy. 
     
• Core Industrial Engineering
  • Led a 6-member team to design and maintain 100+ bespoke fixtures, cutting assembly time, improving ergonomics, and reducing unplanned downtime by 20%.
  • Reduced standard assembly times by 15% through detailed MOST/time studies and union negotiation, improving line balance, reducing operator idle time, and enhancing overall throughput efficiency.
  • Ensured 100% availability of critical factory utilities and tools, avoiding downtime, by managing end-to-end procurement and coordinating with local and international vendors to secure timely, cost-effective supply.

• Awarded the Special Star Award at Siemens for leading the MV breaker line revamp, including layout redesign, vendor coordination, and PlantSim simulation; project boosted capacity by 70% and earned a ₹35,000 leadership award.
• Completed 3 Half Marathons, improving personal best in each race; clocked 2h 24m at Mumbai Marathon 2024 via disciplined training and consistent goal setting.
• Secured first place in inter-department tug of war competition

• B. Tech (Mechanical Engineering), Sardar Patel College of Engineering, Mumbai

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• Introduction to Financial Accounting - Wharton School of Business
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• Introduction to Corporate Finance - Wharton School of Business
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• Founded and led SPCE’s first-ever MUN conference; managed 15-member team, 100+ delegates, sponsorships, and hospitality for multiple editions.
• Represented SPCE at Formula Bharat 2018 in Business Plan competition; built and pitched a business plan covering layout, supply chain, finance, and breakeven.
• Elected as Technical Secretary of SPCE; led 25-member team as Tech Fest Chairperson; organized 15+ technical events, handled sponsorships, logistics, and inter-college coordination.
• Served as Secretary and PDD at Rotaract Club of Thane Skyline; led COVID relief efforts, donation drives, and career workshops; awarded Best Director for professional development initiatives.