Vivek Nandlal Chaudhary
Bridging the gap between cutting-edge technology and automotive innovation through strategic project management and engineering excellence. Specialized in CNG motorcycle development and motorsports.
About Me
I am currently pursuing my Master's in Project Management at Northeastern University College of Professional Studies, building upon my strong foundation in Mechanical Engineering from Dr. D.Y. Patil School of Engineering.
With practical experience as a New Product Development Engineer at Dhananjay Group, I have successfully led multiple automotive component development projects from concept to production, including work on India's first CNG-powered motorcycle - the Bajaj Freedom 125.
My passion lies in bridging the gap between technical innovation and project management excellence, with a focus on automotive engineering, sustainable mobility solutions, and motorsports. I thrive in collaborative environments where I can apply my analytical skills and engineering background to drive successful project outcomes.
Education
Professional Experience
New Product Development Engineer
- Led product development lifecycle from RFQ to sample submission, successfully completing over 8 projects within 45-50 day timelines while collaborating with suppliers for gauges, laser cutting, and heat treatment.
- Attended daily new product status meetings and led design reviews for over 10 concurrent projects, coordinating feasibility and execution planning with design and manufacturing teams.
- Evaluated project plans and provided feedback on quality assurance tasks, deadlines, and milestones to ensure optimal project delivery.
- Managed comprehensive project documentation including PPAP, Design Reviews, BOMs, FMEAs, design specifications, testing protocols, and compliance records.
- Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to resolve DFM (Design for Manufacturing) issues and ensure production feasibility while aligning gauge development with supplier capabilities.
- Applied GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) principles to ensure precise component fit, form, and function in manufacturing and assembly processes.
Technical Skills & Expertise
Mechanical Design & Simulation
- PTC Creo (Advanced)
- CATIA (Proficient)
- Blender (3D Modeling)
- ANSYS (Simulation)
- GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning)
- CAD Design & Analysis
Product Development & Quality
- PPAP (Production Part Approval)
- FMEA (Failure Mode Analysis)
- BOMs (Bill of Materials)
- Design Reviews (DR)
- Compliance Records
- Design Validation
Programming & Automation
- Python (Programming)
- RPA (Robotic Process Automation)
- Data Analysis
- Process Optimization
- Technical Documentation
- Problem-Solving
Productivity & Collaboration
- Microsoft Office 365
- Google Workspace
- Project Management Tools
- Cross-functional Team Leadership
- Supplier Management
- Quality Assurance
Featured Projects
Bajaj Freedom 125 - CNG Motorcycle Development
Led new product development for India's first CNG-powered motorcycle, coordinating cross-functional teams through RFQ to production sample submission. Managed supplier relationships and quality documentation for this groundbreaking sustainable mobility solution.
High-Performance Go-Kart Design & Manufacturing
Led a 9-member cross-functional team in designing, manufacturing, and testing a competition-grade go-kart. Achieved 3rd place overall and won "Best Endurance" title through innovative engineering solutions and strategic team management.
Competition Go-Kart Development
Successfully designed and manufactured a high-performance go-kart for SAE-India competition in Pune. Led a 9-member team in designing, assembling, and analyzing go-kart components, showcasing leadership and technical expertise in automotive engineering.
Power Generation Using Vehicle Suspension Motion
Conceptualized, researched, and designed an innovative gear system to convert two-way linear motion of vehicle suspension into unidirectional rotational motion for DC motor power generation. Focused on sustainable energy harvesting from vehicular motion.
Increasing Refrigerator Efficiency Using Vacuum Pumps
Spearheaded creative planning and collaborated with a resourceful team for theoretical analysis on increasing refrigerator efficiency using vacuum pumps. Conducted comprehensive research on thermodynamic principles and energy optimization techniques.
Advanced Project Management Capstone
Currently developing a comprehensive project management case study focusing on automotive industry transformation, integrating AI-driven solutions with traditional manufacturing processes for next-generation mobility solutions.