Manoj Patil

About Manoj Patil

Experienced Product Design Engineer with a demonstrated history of working in the…

Experience

1. Deputy Manager-r & d Thane

   Legrand (India)

   May 2025 — Present · Thane, IN

   Lead and delegate tasks within the R&D team to ensure result-oriented deliverables across VAVE and NPD projects.Spearhead Value Analysis / Value Engineering (VAVE) initiatives for architectural lighting products, driving cost optimization, design simplification, and supplier rationalization.Execute component standardization, BOM consolidation, and driver/extrusion transitions to improve supply chain resilience and reduce product cost.Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Sourcing, Quality, Manufacturing, and Product Management) to deliver sustainable cost-saving solutions and smooth production cutovers.Support New Product Development (NPD) through design reviews, manufacturability improvements, and prototype validation.Conduct feasibility studies, alternate vendor development, and compliance checks (UL/IP ratings) to ensure product reliability and regulatory alignment.Mentor and coach junior engineers on CAD design (SolidWorks), VAVE methodology, and cost-down strategies, fostering team efficiency and innovation.Partner with global R&D counterparts to align cost-reduction strategies and leverage best practices across regions.Track and report VAVE savings, ROI, and impact on product portfolio competitiveness to senior management.

Education

• Visvesvaraya Technological University

  Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.), Mechanical Engineering

  2007 — 2011

Skills

• Solidworks
• Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing
• C++
• Mechanical Engineering
• Solid Edge
• Design Engineering
• Product Development
• Ptc Creo
• Engineering
• Manufacturing
• Autocad
• Sheet Metal
• Product Design
• Cad
• Design for Manufacturing