Sreenu Munasa

About Sreenu Munasa

Mechanical Engineering graduate with over 7 years of experience in automotive plastic interior trim design, with expertise in developing complex interior components.Highly proficient in CATIA V5, demonstrating advanced CAD modeling skills and strong communication abilities.In-depth knowledge of plastic materials and injection molding processes relevant to automotive applications.Well-versed in DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis), DFM (Design for Manufacturability), and DFA (Design for Assembly) principles.Extensive experience in implementing engineering features such as doghouses, snaps, locators, and other standard plastic trim attachment solutions.Proven ability to propose and implement design improvements for existing products to enhance functionality, manufacturability, or aesthetics.Skilled in conducting packaging feasibility studies to assess the integration of new components in vehicle interiors.Experienced in developing master section proposals, ensuring alignment with both styling intent and functional requirements.Competent in preparing and managing the Engineering Bill of Materials (EBOM) to support accurate part tracking and development.Adept at creating and delivering technical presentations to effectively communicate design concepts and engineering solutions.Strong cross-functional collaboration with styling, manufacturing, and packaging teams to ensure design feasibility and production readiness.

Experience

1. Senior Design Engineer

   Tata Technologies

   Sep 2023 — Present · Maharashtra, IN

   Currently working as a Senior Design Engineer in the Cockpits Department for the Tata Nexon-R project, with key responsibilities including:Analyzing benchmarking data to develop innovative and competitive design proposals that align with market trends and customer expectations.Creating design proposals for part manufacturing, ensuring alignment with functional requirements, styling inputs, and production feasibility.Developing packaging feasibility proposals to accommodate styling-driven changes, ensuring technical compatibility and manufacturability.Contributing to product development, incorporating feedback from cross-functional teams including styling, manufacturing, and packaging.Preparing the Engineering Bill of Materials (EBOM) to support robust design documentation and facilitate part tracking throughout the development cycle.Managing data and release activities using TCUA, ensuring proper documentation and version control across project phases.Creating design presentations to effectively communicate design intent, constraints, and solutions, particularly in the context of packaging and styling updates.Conducting clash and interference analysis to detect and resolve spatial conflicts, ensuring seamless integration with surrounding components.Evaluating manufacturability for injection molding and other production processes, with a focus on cost efficiency and process optimization.Collaborating with lead engineers to ensure designs meet all project standards, maintain accuracy, and follow established guidelines.

Education

• BITS VIZAG

  Bachelor of Technology - BTech, Mechanical Engineering