Vijay Patil

Mechanical Engineer with 9 years of experience in design and development of hydraulic & pneumatic brake systems for two-wheelers and commercial vehicles. Proven expertise in product design, brake system packaging, DFMEA, DVP, VA/VE, supplier collaboration, and cost optimization. Recognized for delivering innovative, reliable, and cost-effective braking solutions for global OEMs including KTM, Bajaj, and Navistar.

Deputy Manager – R&D (Disc Brake Division) - Endurance Technologies Ltd. - Aurangabad

(2023-07)

• Led design & development of two-wheeler hydraulic disc brake systems (KTM, Bajaj).
• Finalized brake dynamics & hardware sizing, ensuring pedal travel, brake balance, and safety margins.
• Developed calipers, master cylinder assemblies & steel braided hoses with compliance to FMVSS 135 & IS 14664.
• Conducted design reviews, supplier feasibility studies & competitive benchmarking.
• Prepared DVPs, DVPRs, and validation plans for indoor & on-road brake performance testing.
• Implemented VA/VE projects for cost reduction and system localization.
• Collaborated with OEMs for joint vehicle-level brake system evaluations.
• Engineered brake hose routing considering lever travel, line pressure mapping, NVH, and thermal shielding.

Associate Team Lead - Tech Mahindra (Navistar Projects)

(2017-11 - 2023-07)

• Designed & developed pneumatic brake systems for heavy-duty vehicles (HX, M-HV, LT).
• Executed brake actuation system layout, circuit design, and auxiliary air tank sizing.
• Led E99 program: integrated Cummins X15 2024 engine with redesigned brake actuation system.
• Performed DFMEA, schematic circuit analysis, and brake packaging feasibility studies.
• Released supplier drawings ensuring compliance with global safety standards.
• Collaborated with Navistar global teams for design validation & release.
• Reduced brake dust shield bracket complexity, saving ~USD 7K annually.
• Awarded Best Team Award for E44 & E99 brake programs.

Design Engineer - Kala Genset Pvt. Ltd.

(2015-07 - 2017-11)

• Designed genset control panels & sheet-metal mounting brackets.
• Modified existing product designs as per customer requirements.
• Prepared optimized costing models in 3D software with detailed drawings.
• Released manufacturing drawings and supported production, QC & assembly teams.
• Coordinated with vendors and customers for technical issue resolution.

B.E. - Mechanical Engineering - Shivaji University, Kolhapur (2015)

Diploma - Mechanical Engineering (DME) - MSBTE, Mumbai (2012)