Kishore Sanjipogu

WORK HISTORY

EDUCATION

ABOUT KISHORE SANJIPOGU

Paint Process Engineer with 6+ years of experience across global OEMs such as Jaguar Land Rover, Stellantis, RNTBCI, and Kia Motors. Strong background in paint product & process engineering, new model industrialization, design feasibility, and defect troubleshooting, with hands‑on experience in both BIW and bumper paint shops and full paint shop lifecycle under series production conditions.1. Product & Design FeasibilityReviewed BIW geometry, styling surfaces, and CAD data to ensure manufacturability, paint process feasibility, and compliance with global paint standards; conducted cross‑functional feasibility reviews with BIW, Stamping, Styling, and Product Design teams.2. Paint Process Engineering & OptimizationDefined and optimized the full paint process (PT/ED, primer, basecoat, clearcoat, sealer, plugs, wax, contrast roof, bumper paint), improving quality, coverage, throughput, and material efficiency across BIW and bumper lines.3. Simulation, Analysis & Line PerformanceExecuted ED, void & drain, and interference simulations (STAR‑CCM+), cycle time/JPH/DST studies, and coating coverage validations to support line balance, throughput improvement, and production capability analysis.4. DFMEA/PFMEA & Risk MitigationLed DFMEA and PFMEA for paint processes, identified early design risks, defined preventive controls, and ensured robust readiness for manufacturing trials, pilot runs, and SOP.5. Tooling, Fixtures & Infrastructure CompatibilityVerified new model compatibility with paint shop tools (skids, hangers, lifters, jigs, fixtures), developed jigs/slave tools, and supported equipment feasibility, automation checks, and facility adaptation for new model introduction.6. CAPEX/OPEX, Should‑Costing & Vendor EvaluationPerformed structured should‑costing and cost validation for paint shop equipment, prepared CAPEX/OPEX estimates, and minimized investment through reuse of existing tools and optimized process layouts.7. Trial Builds, Ramp‑Up & Quality Issue ResolutionLed paint engineering activities during trials, pilot, and ramp‑up builds; prepared process documentation; resolved defects (sagging, popping, craters, orange peel, adhesion, matte clear issues) and implemented corrective & preventive actions.8. New Color Development & Paint Performance ValidationSupported new color development and integration for BIW and bumpers; conducted shade matching, tinting, film performance validation, corrosion/UV testing, and ensured alignment with OEM durability, coating, and appearance standards.