Sudipta Sarkar

About Sudipta Sarkar

With 14+ years of experience bridging the gap between Manufacturing Operations and IT Innovation, I am a Product Owner dedicated to transforming how physical products are designed and built. I specialize in translating complex business requirements into high-impact digital solutions, with a specific focus on Design Automation, CAD/CAM Customization, and Business Intelligence.Currently, I am focused on the practical application of Generative AI and Additive Manufacturing to accelerate product lifecycles and reduce time-to-market.WHAT I BRING TO THE TABLE:Product Strategy & Roadmapping: Expert in defining clear product visions that align operational goals with technical execution.Design Automation & AI: Leveraging GenAI and machine learning to automate complex design workflows and optimize manufacturing processes.Cross-Functional Leadership: Proven ability to unite engineering, IT, and business stakeholders using Agile methodologies to deliver products on time and under budget.Digital Transformation: Moving legacy manufacturing systems into the Industry 4.0 era through smart customization and data-driven decision-making.CORE EXPERTISE: Product Management | Generative AI | CAD/CAM | Additive Manufacturing | Agile & Scrum | SaaS Development | Stakeholder ManagementI am seeking a new opportunity to lead product initiatives that demand deep manufacturing domain knowledge combined with modern IT acumen. If you are looking for a leader to drive AI-driven transformation in your organization, let’s connect.

Experience

1. Product Owner

   SKF Group

   Apr 2024 — Present · IN

   Bearing Optimizer Unified Platform for Product Search & Design AutomationLed product ownership for a centralized Bearing Optimizer Unified Platform, overseeing a team of 8 developers to create an enterprise software solution that significantly improved design workflows and fostered collaboration for application, product development, and design engineers.Drove user-centric product development by translating complex user needs (Application Engineers, PD Engineers, Design Engineers) into tangible features, which resulted in a 35% increase in client satisfaction.Streamlined product design processes by implementing an AI-assisted smart search feature that prioritized available components, enabling design engineers to efficiently select pre-existing parts.Enhanced project efficiency by 20% through close collaboration with users, business representatives, and developers to clarify intricate use cases and define precise acceptance criteria, ensuring high-quality and timely deliverables.Utilized Agile Project Management and User Story Development methodologies to guide the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), ensuring successful project delivery and continuous feature enhancement.

Education

• Calcutta University, Vivekananda College

  B.Sc (H), Physics with Electronics as optional paper

  2003 — 2006

• W.B.U.T, Seacom Engineering College

  B.Tech, Mechanical Engineering

  2007 — 2011

Skills

• 5s
• Automotive
• Continuous Improvement
• Manufacturing
• Electronics
• R&D
• Project Planning
• Autocad
• Automation
• Product Development
• Cad
• Key Account Management
• Robotics
• Microsoft Office
• Siemens Certified Nx Cam Developer
• Certified Metalcutting Professional
• Mechanical Engineering
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Machining
• Pro/Engineer
• Project Engineering
• Solidworks
• Project Management
• C
• Programming
• Cad/Cam
• Matlab
• Manufacturing Engineering
• Pro Engineer
• Engineering
• Solid Edge
• Cnc
• Machine Tools