سمير Parikh

• Leading a team of 5 direct and 5 indirect engineers to establish Design for Automation as a new
organizational competency.
• Conducting component analysis for automation feasibility and preparing detailed technical reports
to guide harness designers in issue identification and alternative solutions.
• Driving innovation through 3D/2D design, visual mock ups, and simulations that provide realistic
views and technical details for automation-enabled projects.
• Collaborating with IT teams to integrate manufacturing insights into AI-driven applications,
supporting digital transformation in production systems.
• Overseeing the development of automation-enabled machines, ensuring compliance with
organizational standards and customer requirements.
• Mentoring team members in advanced design practices, simulation tools, and automation
technologies to build long-term competency.
• Supporting global collaboration by contributing to automation projects across facilities in India,
EMEA, and North America Region.

• Led cross-functional teams (PE, ME, SCM, QA, Production) for flawless execution of wiring harness
projects from concept design (CD) to close and transfer (CT).
• Designed and implemented assembly lines for wiring harnesses with 100% labor efficiency and
adherence to organization standards and customer requirements.
• Conducted ergonomics studies for manufacturing processes to ensure optimal working conditions.
• Prepared and maintained PFMEA, PFD, and IATF/VDA manufacturing engineering-related
documents.
• Coordinated with third-party vendors for tool development and POKA-YOKE implementation.
• Performed process time calculation, TAKT time, and cycle time studies for continuous improvement
and productivity enhancement.
• Managed plant layout, optimized space utilization, and handled customer audits, R@R, and
capacity trials.

• Led an O.E.E. improvement project, increasing efficiency by 15% in six months.
• Applied lean manufacturing, 7QC tools, KANBAN, POKAYOKE, line balancing, and VSM for
process improvement.
• Coordinated and implemented low-cost JIDOKA projects, reducing defects by 10%.
• Implemented cost-saving projects resulting in savings of Rs. 5 lakhs in one year.

• Installed and monitored energy meters and power distribution systems for MT and HT consumers
according to the Indian Electricity Act.
• Conducted energy audits, identifying potential areas for improvement and cost savings.
• Maintained, repaired, and operated MT/HT services and substation equipment, including SF6
circuit breakers.