Tarun Khelani

About Tarun Khelani

I am an experienced Program and Project Manager with 10+ years leading engineering operations, robotics, and autonomous systems initiatives. My focus is on leveraging technology to solve complex business and customer challenges while driving global, cross-functional teams to deliver results.I specialize in end-to-end product development and new product introduction (NPI), with expertise in hardware/software integration, SDLC, Agile, Lean, and Phase-Gate processes. I thrive in fast-paced environments where I can align engineering execution with business strategy, ensuring products are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.Throughout my career, I’ve successfully managed programs from concept to launch, optimized operations, and delivered customer-centric solutions that create measurable business impact. Recognized as a collaborative and results-driven leader, I excel at navigating complexity, building strong stakeholder relationships, and enabling organizations to achieve operational excellence.I’m passionate about advancing innovation in robotics, automation, and engineering operations and look forward to contributing to transformative initiatives that shape the future of technology.Technical Certifications: Scrum Alliance Certified Scrum Master (CSM), Generative AI for Project ManagersProgramming: Java, Python, SQL, VBA Tools: Confluence, Google Suite, Google Analytics, JIRA, Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project, Slack, SQL Server, Salesforce, Tableau, Automation Anywhere, JenkinsConcepts: Project Management, Agile Methodology, Scrum, Lean, Kanban, SAFe, DevOps, Product and Software Development Lifecycle, A/B Testing, SWOT Analysis, Test Driven Development, Decision Trees, Financial analysis - Breakeven and Cash FlowsLet\'s connect!Tarun KhelaniPhone:+14•••••••43Email: k••••••••@gmail.com

Experience

1. Engineering Project Manager

   Novanta Inc.

   Sep 2024 — Present · NY, US

   Program Manager for Machine Vision and Barcode Scanning product development initiatives tailored to Medical and Healthcare Customer and OEMsAccomplishments- Directed full-lifecycle, cross-functional NPI program management for a Machine Vision Smart Camera, overseeing scope, schedule, budget, BOM setup, prototype design testing, risk mitigation, procurement strategies and external contract vendor coordination for volume manufacturing to penetrate the OCT market and drive $1MM+ annual revenue. Key Focus Areas - PMO process improvements: Phase-Gate approach, Manufacturing Build Qualification, Engineering Design Reviews - Customer Collaboration: Project Charter, Product Requirements Documentation (PRD), Quality Approvals and Signoff- Scaling Tool: Cross-functional deliverables management, tracking and stakeholder alignment- Design Reviews and Testing: DVT, FMEA, Requirements Tracing and Validation (Jama)- High Volume Manufacturing: Supplier Coordination, Fixture Design and Material Procurement, BOM setup, Pilot Build Qualification, Quality and Compliance Review - Production Launch and Handover to Operations - Sustaining and VAVE

Education

• Savitribai Phule Pune University

  Bachelor of Engineering - BE, Computer Engineering

• The University of Texas at Dallas

  Master of Science - MS, Information Technology and Management

  2018 — 2020

• Savitribai Phule Pune University

  Bachelor of Engineering - BE, Computer Engineering

  2009 — 2013

• The University of Texas at Dallas

  Master of Business Administration - MBA, Technology and Strategy Management

  2018 — 2020