Hari krishnan.M

Detail-oriented Mechanical Engineering graduate with hands-on experience in EV bus manufacturing, assembly processes, workforce training, and production ramp-up. Skilled in EV powertrain integration, quality inspections, BOM management, inventory control, and cross-functional coordination to ensure efficient, safe, and high-quality production. Proficient in MATLAB/Simulink, ANSYS, and EV systems — eager to contribute to process optimisation and continuous improvement in electric vehicle manufacturing environments.

Production Engineer (Deputed – EV Bus Manufacturing) at Ashok Leyland – Switch Mobility Pvt. Ltd. (2025-12 – 2026-01)

Deputed to support EV bus production ramp-up, including manufacturing process setup and workforce training initiatives

• Trained 40+ assembly operators and engineers on EV bus assembly processes, including chassis framing, sub-assemblies, and powertrain integration
• Reduced EV bus production cycle time from 2 buses in 2 days to 3 buses per day through process optimisation, better training, and bottleneck elimination
• Performed and guided in-process quality inspections, process checks, defect resolution, and adherence to manufacturing and safety standards
• Created, reviewed, and verified Bill of Materials (BOM) for EV bus assemblies to ensure accuracy and production readiness
• Managed store inventory, material tracking, and parts availability — preventing production delays through proactive planning
• Served as key liaison between engineering, production, and quality teams to resolve issues and facilitate smooth ramp-up operations

Executive – EV Operations at Ashok Leyland – Switch Mobility Pvt. Ltd. (2025-04 – Present)

• Participated in electric bus chassis assembly line operations and EV powertrain component integration (motors, controllers, batteries) of different models
• Supported diagnostics, troubleshooting, and resolution of technical issues to maintain production flow
• Ensured compliance with safety protocols, quality standards, and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Managed technical documentation, engineering drawings, and process records for traceability and audits

Assembly Operator - Production at ZF Commercial Vehicle Control System (2024-11 – 2025-03)

• Assembled and tested dual diaphragm spring brake actuators in a high-volume production environment
• Maintained SOP compliance, conducted quality checks, and resolved defects to achieve production targets
• Contributed to team performance through continuous improvement and defect reduction efforts

Professional Master Certification in EV Powertrain Architecture & Energy Storage System – ASAP Kerala (2023-12 – 2024-10)

Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering – Govt. Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Technology (2017-08 – 2021-08)