Shivprasad Metangale DIT

Results-driven Mechanical Design & Application Engineer with 7+ years of hands-on experience in sheet metal equipment design, new product development, and application engineering across industrial sectors. Expertise in SolidWorks, GD&T, FTR delivery, CAPA, and cross-functional project execution. Holds an MBA (Operations & Marketing), enabling strong business acumen alongside technical depth.

Adept at Industry 4.0 tools, DFM principles, and agile product development cycles aligned with current market expectations.

Sr. Design & Application Engineer - Spirotech Heat Exchanger Pvt. Ltd - Sarole, Pune

(2023-07)

• Lead end-to-end application engineering for Heat Exchanger models (TYR, THOR, FS8) using SolidWorks; customized designs per customer datasheets and URS.
• Developed 3D models, GA layouts, detailed 2D drawings, and BOMs with GD&T compliance for First Time Right (FTR) delivery.
• Executed cost-effective design modifications improving safety, throughput, and reliability — aligning with DFM and lean principles.
• Designed coil geometries and selected special materials (SS316L, high-temperature coatings) for critical applications.
• Managed full project lifecycle: prototype design, validation, retrofit kit creation, and production ramp-up.
• Coordinated across Assembly, Procurement, QA, Service, and Vendors for field issue resolution and CAPA implementation.
• Utilized PDM (SolidWorks PDM) and ERP systems (SAP, Navision) for design data management and production tracking.
• Championed Kaizen initiatives, driving continuous improvement in design and production efficiency.
• Conducted direct customer visits and technical communication for new development projects.
• Supported sheet metal part costing, nesting optimization, and special project sourcing.

Design & Project Engineer - Gartech Equipments Pvt. Ltd. - Pune

(2021-08 - 2023-07)

• Designed and validated sheet metal equipment and retrofit solutions using SolidWorks & AutoCAD ensuring performance under operating conditions.
• Engineered Egg Elevator automation systems tailored to customer URS and site constraints.
• Delivered FTR design packages including standardized drawings, GA layouts, BOMs, and assembly manuals.
• Implemented CAPA actions, supported new product development, and stabilized beta machines for production release.
• Managed vendor coordination, procurement support, and field issue resolution across assembly and service teams.
• Maintained design data in PDM systems and promoted Kaizen culture within the engineering team.

Design Engineer - HT Air Filtration Technologies - Pune

(2019-07 - 2021-08)

• Designed high-temperature HEPA and Electrostatic Filters using SolidWorks, CATIA V5, and AutoCAD.
• Created 3D models, GA layouts, and GD&T-compliant 2D drawings; supervised fabrication and assembly.
• Managed projects from concept to delivery; resolved field issues through RCA and CAPA.
• Coordinated with vendors, QA/QC, and clients for design approvals and quality compliance.
• Programmed CNC cutting machines and supported production planning activities.

CAD Engineer - Shree Trading Company - Pune

(2017-03 - 2019-06)

• Executed sheet metal and fabrication designs using AutoCAD and SolidWorks.
• Prepared GD&T drawings, process sheets, and BOMs; handled production planning and vendor quality.
• Supported assembly and on-site installation activities.

MBA - Operations & Marketing - Dr. D. Y.

Patil

Institute of Management & Research (2021-09 - 2022-06)

B.E.

• Mechanical Engineering - SKN Sinhgad Institute of Technology & Science (2012-08 - 2016-05)

Design Engineer Certification - SolidWorks | Solid Edge | CATIA V5 | AutoCAD - CAD CAM GURU (2016-09 - 2017-06)