Vishal Pruthviraj Chavan

• Managed team of 12 personnel focused on implementing Mechanic Derivate Devlopment, Lifecycle Management and Testing.
• Mentored the team to ensure component development in accordance with the currently valid MBC standards (e.g.)MDS, KLH, FMEA)
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams for an Additional role of Technical Manager - Aggregate (Typbegleiter): Interface between Engineering, Planning, Test beds, Workshops & Logistics
• Developed strategic roadmaps for Module Based strategy, commodity strategy etc and Road map for business development aligned with organizational goals while maintaining focus on resource allocation efficiency.
• Project Co-ordination between HQ & India, support Project Management including FTE calculation, KPI definition and Budgeting etc.
• Driving Innovation as an Deputy Innovation Ambassador for the department. Filed 7 Patents on strategic topics.
• Worked on development of various systems like Cylinder head, coolant system, Belt drive, Airintake etc.
• Life Cycle Management of Diesel and Gasoline Engines

• Accomplished projects as co-lead for engine combustion development and optimization of heavy-duty on-highway applications for BS IV and BS V emission regulations.

1. 5 Litre BSIV with EGR, with after treatment (DOC, POC).

2. 5 Litre BSIV with EGR, with after treatment (with DOC).

without POC)

3. 5 Litre BSV with SCR.

• Model-based calibration and calibrating all maps, like Timing, Rail Pressure, EGR, AFR, etc., using VISU of DELPHI.
• Combustion optimization for the removal of POC by optimizing injection strategies, nozzle through flow, nozzle tip protrusion, spray angle, and hardware selection, like TC, cylinder head with different swirls, etc.
• Engine optimization by using CAMEO, DoE preparation, modeling, and MAP generation.
• Run the AVL GEM CYCLES (ESC, ETC, and ELR) as per regulatory requirements, and handle all related equipment and their calibration.
• Support for engine assembly for the Proto engine assembly and for vehicle-related issues.
• Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving production issues for PPAP batch engines.

• Lead combustion development of Non Automotive Engine platform right from scratch until market launch.
• Base performance curve optimization – Full load curve mapping and part load performance with respect to BSFC targets of 210 gm/kw-hr and achieving governing.
• Combustion optimization by combination of FIP, injectors, TC, swirl, EGR, timing, after treatment, etc.
• Type Approval and COP of all the above-mentioned projects.
• Co-ordination with FIE and TC suppliers during the development phase, and completing their system assessment sign-off.
• FIE System Assessment trials, like Oscilloscope trials, Consistency trials, Injector durability, etc.
• Support to production during piloting, implementing strategic initiatives to address gaps in performance or resources.
• Leading DFA and DFS activities related to the above-mentioned projects.

Leading engine homologation activities, i.e., Type Approval and COP for all auto and non-automotive projects.

• Working on different ratings of 497 BS-III, 4SP BS-III, and 697 BS-III engines (industrial applications).

(101 ps, 86 ps, 76 ps, 49 ps, 130 ps, and 90 ps CEVIII) and Genset Ratings (62.5 KVA and 82.5 KVA).

• Carried out the development of all the above projects with the procedure as explained above.
• Preparation of engine testing and assembly plan.
• Worked jointly at Cummins India Ltd. For their rating development.

• Attended professional development workshops to continuously update knowledge on industry trends, technologies, and best practices.
• Collaborated with senior engineers on complex projects.
• Worked on KV Engine Assembly & Testing Line.
• Identifying & eliminating bottleneck by line balancing
• Setting up new or rework station according to requirement.

• Worked in the fixture production department, which included the assembly of fixtures and also assistance in fixture quality development by C.M.M.
• Assistance in fixture quality development by C.M.M. Worked on projects like welding fixture of Bolero Invader and chassis of JCB