Nithyanandan Elumalai

Head of Design Department @Plasser India Pvt Ltd

Vadodara, IN

Set-up & operationalised a Design team of different Design competency at Plasser India with required Design process for seamless project delivery2. Championing deliverables of Design Department for 2 factories that are located at different Indian cities, respectively at Vadodara and Faridabad3. Partnered with HR and recruitment agency to expand team strength from 4 to 68 Design Engineers for Design self-reliance Initiative & Global Design support4. Developed and communicating design vision, strategy, and KPI goals in alignment with the company\'s overall objectives, collaborating with Executive Leadership to integrate design into business5. Defined and executing Design self-reliance Road map for Make in India6. Established Global Design Team consisting of 21 Engineers of different Design technical competency6. Engaging with partner companies, customer and key stakeholders to understand business needs and expectations related to products7. Leading, mentoring a diverse competency Designers while fostering a culture of engagement, creativity, collaboration, and continuous improvement8. Liaising and promoting Design services to different partner companies9. Identified potential risks and challenges, developing effective strategies to mitigate them10. Effectively communicated design concepts, project updates, Design review with stakeholders and ensured smooth project progress.11. Machine life extension with latest features through Technical Upgradation, Overhauling and Engine Repowering

Sri Venkateswara College of Engineering

Bachelor's degree

NTTF (Nettur Technical Training Foundation)

Master's degree