Vishnu Priyan C
Design Engineer
Chennai
Summary
A position that can offer challenging tasks with an organization that offers professional growth while being resourceful, innovative and flexible and also can benefit from my technical skills and research experience.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Lead Engineer - R&D
Vestas Technology R&D Ltd
08.2023 - Current
- Led complete tower structural design as Technical Lead for the Execution and Feasibility team, driving end-to-end design ownership.
- Executed ISM projects from feasibility to final execution, including tower reuse checks and structural validations under updated load models.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams (SSDA, PLC, LE) to perform tower design checks for exceeding loads and delivered solutions to reduce them, enabling IEC-compliant tower certification.
- Reviewed and approved Scope of Work (SoW), design execution progress, and tower assessment results, ensuring timely deliverable approvals in Windchill/Jira.
- Mentored engineers and guided team members in ISM handling, document updates, and certification responses, ensuring technical accuracy and consistency.
- Ensured tower design compliance with IEC 61400-6 standards, covering load analysis, fatigue, and structural safety.
- Served as Single Point of Contact (SPOC) for tower certification queries, providing clear communication and effective solutions to global stakeholders.
Senior Design Engineer - R&D
Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy (R&D Center) Deputed Through Quest Global Services Ltd.
01.2020 - 08.2023
- Designed and developed mechanical components for Nacelle and Hub, including FRP-composite covers, from concept to serial production.
- Performed stress analysis, weld sizing, fastener selection, and tolerance stack-up calculations to ensure structural reliability.
- Created manufacturing drawings and documentation using UG NX and Teamcenter, adhering to ISO and GPS standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve field issues and support product development improvements.
- Executed DFMEA/DRA activities, and prepared assembly/replacement storyboards to ensure design robustness and manufacturability.
Design Engineer - R&D
Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd., (MRV) Deputed Through IDC Technologies
03.2019 - 01.2020
- Designed and developed hydraulic pipe routings and sheet metal components for multiple tractor variants using NX software.
- Provided design inputs for CAE simulations, and supported the validation of system functionality.
- Generated 2D manufacturing drawings for prototypes and production, released through PLM – Teamcenter.
- Managed ECNs, and prepared add/delete lists to maintain accurate design documentation.
Executive Trainee (Design) - R&D
UCAL Fuel Systems Ltd.
08.2018 - 03.2019
- Designed and developed electronic carburetor assemblies and low-cost carburetor variants for clients like Bajaj, Mahindra, and Piaggio.
- Generated detailed drawings and BOMs for sub-assemblies using PLM – Teamcenter, ensuring production readiness.
- Developed technical documentation to support manufacturing and cross-functional teams.
- Created and managed parts, assemblies, and release drawings, ensuring accuracy and timely approvals.
- Supported design improvements focused on cost reduction and performance optimization.
Graduate Engineer Trainee
AVO Carbon India Pvt Ltd., (Deputed Through Royal Associates)
09.2016 - 03.2018
- Designed and developed tooling for compacting presses, grinding wheels, and spot welding electrodes for various industrial applications.
- Created sheet metal product drawings for clients like Lucas TVS, Bosch, and Comstar, ensuring manufacturability.
- Responsible for carbon brush assembly design, and other precision components.
- Supported new product development, including concept-to-production design, and validation.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to ensure design accuracy, tool efficiency, and quality standards.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Automobile Engineering
KLN College of Engineering
Madurai, Tamil Nadu04-2016
Skills
- Design Standards
- CAD / PLM Tools
- Technical Document Creation
- Design Review
- Stakeholder Management
Professional Summary
- Experienced in Design & Development of Structural Components for Wind Turbine and Automotive applications, with strong expertise in mechanical systems and assemblies.
- Skilled in structural design, sheet metal & composite components, and tool design, covering the full cycle from concept to production.
- Proficient in mechanical design hand calculations including structural, stress, welds, bolted & riveted joints, and tolerance stack-up.
- Well-versed in material selection, manufacturing processes, and corrosion protection systems (surface coating and protective treatments).
- Strong expertise in CAD/PLM tools (Creo, UG NX, SolidWorks, Teamcenter, Windchill) with proven experience in design and data management.
- Hands-on with DFMEA, DRA, GD&T, ISO/GPS standards, ensuring high levels of design reliability and manufacturability.
- Collaborative team player with experience in cross-functional problem solving, supporting prototype-to-production transitions and addressing field issues.
- Skilled in technical documentation, including calculation reports, storyboards, and design verification reports for engineering validation and stakeholder communication.
Disclaimer
I, VISHNU PRIYAN C, hereby declare that the information contained herein is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief.
Timeline
Assistant Lead Engineer - R&D
Vestas Technology R&D Ltd
08.2023 - Current
Senior Design Engineer - R&D
Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy (R&D Center) Deputed Through Quest Global Services Ltd.
01.2020 - 08.2023
Design Engineer - R&D
Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd., (MRV) Deputed Through IDC Technologies
03.2019 - 01.2020
Executive Trainee (Design) - R&D
UCAL Fuel Systems Ltd.
08.2018 - 03.2019
Graduate Engineer Trainee
AVO Carbon India Pvt Ltd., (Deputed Through Royal Associates)
09.2016 - 03.2018
Bachelor of Engineering - Automobile Engineering
KLN College of Engineering