Yashwanth N

About Yashwanth N

PMP®-certified Engineering Project Manager with 13+ years of experience leading Body-in-White (BIW) and electric vehicle platform development for India’s top OEMs – Tata Motors and Mahindra.I specialize in end-to-end product development from concept to SOP, driving lightweight architecture, modular BIW structures, and cost-effective design strategies across commercial EV programs like Ace EV, Intra Electric, and Magic Ambulance.As a cross-functional leader, I bring clarity and collaboration between Engineering, Styling, CAE, Manufacturing, and Procurement teams—ensuring technical excellence, timely delivery, and business impact. Passionate about innovation and self-learning, I’ve led AI/ML initiatives within my department, built a BIW material selection tool using Excel Macros, and developed dashboards with Power BI to support data-driven decision-making.🧠 Key strengths include:Agile & Waterfall project execution with Kanban workflows (MS Planner)Cross-functional stakeholder management & leadershipDFx, VA/VE, and cost optimization in lightweight structuresIP creation (4 design protections & 6 notarized designs)Coaching and mentoring teams with a servant leadership approach Actively exploring roles where I can lead cross-domain product teams, apply digital tools to hardware innovation, and make mobility smarter and more inclusive.Let’s connect if you’re building the future of sustainable, data-informed vehicle engineering.

Experience

1. Senior Manager

   Tata Motors

   Jul 2019 — Present · Pune, IN

   As a PMP-certified automotive professional with 13+ years of experience, I specialize in BIW design, EV/ICE vehicle development, and project execution. My expertise spans across end-to-end product lifecycle management, cost optimization, AI/ML integration, and cross-functional team leadership.Key Responsibilities & Achievements: BIW System Leadership & Product DeliveryLed design & development of BIW subsystems, aligning with project requirements & Statement of Work (SOW).Integrated EV components into existing platforms, ensuring 100% compliance with quality & safety standards.Implemented Kanban-based workflow tracking, improving team communication & work transparency. Data-Driven Decision Making & AI/ML InitiativesDeveloped interactive dashboards using data analytics, enabling real-time material selection insights.Led AI/ML initiatives within the department, enhancing data science & predictive analysis capabilities.Created an Excel Macro-based tool for steel grade selection, streamlining material reference & design decisions.Conducted awareness sessions on AI/ML & prompt engineering, fostering a tech-driven culture. Design Validation, Optimization & Cost EfficiencyDesigned critical BIW components (body side outer, fuel lid, fender, & structural parts), ensuring Class-A surface precision.Managed CAE-driven design validation & digital mockup reviews, resolving cross-functional conflicts effectively.Spearheaded cost optimization via value stream mapping & lean principles, achieving significant weight reduction.Contributed to VA/VE workshops, driving design improvements and cost savings. Quality Assurance & Stakeholder ManagementAchieved >90% DFMEA compliance, strengthening BIW quality standards & defect prevention.Applied 8D problem-solving methodologies, driving continuous improvement across platforms.Led cross-functional collaborations, enhancing stakeholder alignment & problem-solving efficiency.

Education

• SRM University

  Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.)

  2008 — 2012

• Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani

  Master of Technology (M.Tech.)

  2014 — 2016

Skills

• Nx Unigraphics
• Surface Modeling
• Sheet Metal
• Automotive
• Automotive Engineering
• Unigraphics
• Product Design
• Cae
• Cad
• Catia
• Teamcenter
• Finite Element Analysis
• Dfmea
• Vehicles