Ratnadip Patil

Process and Product Development Engineer with 11 years of experience across Tier-1 automotive, packaging, and food-industry suppliers, leading manufacturing feasibility studies, process flow definition, DFM, and cost analysis from RFQ through mass production. Proven track record owning new product industrialization end-to-end — tooling and mold trials, APQP/PFMEA/PPAP execution, process capability (Cp/Cpk) improvement, and cavity balancing — to deliver stable, on-cost, on-time SOP ramp-up. Skilled in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, Poka-Yoke, SPC/MSA, root cause analysis, and 2D/3D CAD and CMM-based dimensional inspection.

Multi-country experience across India, Thailand, and South Africa, with overseas trial support in China and France; open to relocation worldwide.

Process Engineer - Dester Co. Ltd - Prachin Buri, Thailand

(2025-12)

• Led end-to-end process industrialization for new products, improving manufacturing readiness, productivity, quality, and cost performance.
• Conducted manufacturing feasibility studies, process flow definition, and cost analysis from RFQ through mass production to support scale-up and on-time launch decisions.
• Defined process flow, cycle time, capacity planning, and equipment requirements to meet production targets and operational efficiency goals.
• Led mold, tooling, and equipment trials and validation, supporting fibre molding and automation integration, to ensure process robustness and smooth transfer into serial manufacturing.
• Monitored process performance and troubleshot manufacturing issues, driving continuous improvement actions that reduced scrap, waste, downtime, and operating cost.
• Partnered with Quality, Production, Maintenance, and suppliers to ensure smooth operations and compliance with internal and customer requirements.

Sr. Process Engineer - Akwel Automotive India Pvt. Ltd - Chakan, Pune, India

(2023-06 - 2025-11)

• Led feasibility reviews and DFM activities for new automotive programs, designing and optimizing manufacturing processes for fuel and fluid management systems.
• Defined process flow, cycle time, layout, and capacity planning for injection and blow molding lines; validated injection molds, fixtures, and assembly tooling before SOP.
• Executed APQP activities including PFMEA, Control Plan, and PPAP submission; improved process capability (Cp/Cpk) through parameter optimization and cavity balancing.
• Reduced cycle time and scrap through structured root cause analysis and Kaizen implementation; implemented Poka-Yoke systems to prevent recurring quality issues.
• Prepared manufacturing cost estimates and lead time planning, supporting product launches within defined timeline and cost targets.
• Owned mold, fixture, gauge, and SPM concept finalization with suppliers from concept through sign-off; conducted overseas mold trials and process validation at supplier plants in France to ensure tooling readiness and SOP compliance.
• Collaborated cross-functionally across design, tooling, quality, and production to ensure ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 compliance.

Senior Engineer - Yazaki India Pvt. Ltd - Wagholi, Pune, India

(2021-01 - 2023-06)

• Spearheaded manufacturing process development for new automotive connector projects, ensuring high product quality and compliance with industry standards.
• Conducted PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, and process flow reviews to mitigate risk and ensure process stability.
• Reduced cycle time and improved process efficiency through Lean Manufacturing and Kaizen initiatives.
• Led installation and validation of new machinery and tooling to support production expansion, managing new product launches from design through high-volume production.
• Trained production staff on standard operating procedures and best practices to maintain consistent quality; collaborated cross-functionally to ensure IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 compliance.

Senior Engineer - Decon India Pvt Ltd - Chakan, Pune, India

(2018-03 - 2020-12)

• Led end-to-end process development and mold trials for air vent interiors and thermoplastic components used in major OEM vehicles, ensuring smooth ramp-up to production.
• Developed and maintained FMEA, Control Plans, SPC, and PFDs for process control and quality assurance; used control plans to identify process bottlenecks and implement corrective actions.
• Implemented Lean Manufacturing strategies to reduce cycle time and improve process reliability; contributed to cost reduction through improved material utilization and line efficiency.
• Led tooling trials and production validation activities at supplier facilities in China, ensuring smooth process transfer and ramp-up.
• Mentored operators and junior engineers on injection molding best practices and process documentation; coordinated with suppliers and customers on delivery, quality, and technical compliance.

Process Engineer - Motherson Group - Johannesburg / Durban, South Africa

(2015-04 - 2018-02)

• Designed and implemented efficient manufacturing processes for interior and exterior automotive components for major OEMs including Ford and Toyota, ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards.
• Applied Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles to reduce defects, optimize cycle time, and improve overall process stability and repeatability.
• Led new product introduction (NPI) projects including process validation, mold trials, and first article inspection, resulting in successful integration into production lines.
• Conducted process audits and root cause analysis, implementing corrective actions to ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 quality standards.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams — design, tooling, quality, and production — to address technical challenges and achieve on-time delivery.

Bachelor's Program - Mechanical Engineering - National Institute of Business Management & Technology (NIBMT), India (2022-08 - 2024-01)

Diploma - Production Technology - MSBTE, Mumbai (2011-06 - 2014-04)

SSC - MSBTE, Mumbai (2007-06 - 2008-04)