Mandar Desai - Manager

Q: Where is Mandar based?

Mandar is based in Thane, India and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Mandar speak?

Mandar speaks the following languages: English (Advanced), Hindi (Advanced), Marathi (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Mandar have?

Mandar has at least 19 years of experience. During this time, Mandar has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 5 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 1 month . Note that Mandar may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Mandar's latest experience?

Mandar's most recent position is Manager at SolarDuck Engineering .

Q: What companies has Mandar worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Mandar has worked for SolarDuck Engineering and iASYS Technology Engineering Pvt. Ltd. .

Q: Which industries is Mandar most experienced in?

Mandar is most experienced in industries like Automotive , Manufacturing , and Professional Services . Mandar also has some experience in Energy .

Q: Which business areas is Mandar most experienced in?

Mandar is most experienced in business areas like Operations , Production , and Quality Assurance . Mandar also has some experience in Product Development and Project Management .

Q: Which industries has Mandar worked in recently?

Mandar has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing , Professional Services , and Energy .

Q: Which business areas has Mandar worked in recently?

Mandar has recently worked in business areas like Operations , Product Development , and Project Management .

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Thane, India

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Experience

Oct 2024 - Present

1 year 10 months

Thane, India

Manager

SolarDuck Engineering

Lead Assembly Engineering Team and oversee the engineering, manufacturing, transportation and assembly for the complete offshore floating solar platform
Process mapping and implementation of Lean
Provide technical guidance to the team with an optimized overview for scope, time and cost
Align with other disciplines to ensure balanced design that complies with all requirements
Lead and define the scope and requirements of work packages within projects
Review, approve and contribute to engineering drawings, specifications and technical reports
Collaborate closely with the project manager to deliver the scope of work on time and within budget
Lead design reviews, risk assessments and failure mode analysis
Ensure all design and integration processes comply with regulatory requirements and QHSE

Feb 2021 - Oct 2024

3 years 9 months

Senior Manager

iASYS Technology Engineering Pvt. Ltd.

Create and implement best practice engineering vision, strategy, policies, processes and procedures to improve business performance
Prepare annual engineering budget and manage budget from identification to completion of projects
Communicate with stakeholders the impact of market and technology changes and potential effects on engineering
Contribute to new business initiatives and communicate the impact on engineering activities
Support sales team in developing product specifications and quote activities
Appraise and interpret client requirements to ensure technical, legislative and commercial aspects are delivered on each project
Set department objectives and KRIs and monitor ongoing progress and performance
Ensure plant health, safety and environmental policies to safeguard the safety and wellbeing of staff and visitors

Jan 2020 - Jun 2020

6 months

Hosur, India

Senior Manager

PSA Group

Supervise progress on the 100K Powertrain line and ensure project completion on time
Set up product and component assembly lines including RFQ preparation for capital equipment, specification finalization, purchase requisition and facility planning and commissioning
Develop and release process design for existing and new processes including FMEA, control plans and layout preparation
Install and commission facilities; analyze CAPEX needs; plan capacities based on equipment specifications
Provide support for root cause analysis and identify solutions to improve cost, quality and performance
Implement value engineering methods for standardization and cost reduction; control quality parameters as per FTQ and PPM; facilitate technical audits and compliance with quality standards

Dec 2011 - Jan 2020

8 years 2 months

Pune, India

Manager (Assembly & Testing)

General Motors India Pvt. Ltd.

Implement new products with focus on quality, cost and delivery as Program Systems Engineer (PSE)
Lead, motivate and manage cross-functional teams and drive engine assembly and testing projects to completion as Manufacturing Responsible Engineer (MRE)
Safeguard adherence to preset quality standards and ensure zero defects; initiate throughput and OEE improvement measures for process enhancement
Develop and adhere to process flow diagrams, FMEA and control plans for current and new projects
Conduct DC tool programming and leverage experience with Bosch-Rexroth and Atlas Copco tools; facilitate Q-Trance programming
Monitor daily meetings to ensure active participation of team members and conduct weekly safety meetings
Minimize unplanned downtime, identify improvement opportunities, review plant equipment operation and execute projects to improve efficiency and reduce operating costs

May 2008 - Dec 2011

3 years 8 months

Igatpuri, India

Assistant Manager - Projects in CME

Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd.

Develop common leak testing machine for four different models on mHawk engine assembly line
Achieve cycle time reduction by 50% through quick release coupling development in leak testing machine
Install and commission testing facilities for mHawk and mEagle engines and their variants
Design common test bed for diesel and petrol engines (85 kW and 103 kW)
Enhance capacity by 100% via quick-change coupling directly on engines
Develop injector code flashing arrangement to improve engine testing

Apr 2007 - Apr 2008

1 year 1 month

Igatpuri, India

GAT – Process Engineer in CME

Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd.

Reduce engine testing cycle time through projects like common dipstick for EOT, harness, ECU box and smoke sharer unit
Lead continuous improvement projects including power steering pump testing unit
Perform root cause analysis for torque low and boost pressure/temperature low issues

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Automotive, Manufacturing, Professional Services, and Energy.

Automotive

Manufacturing

Professional Services

Energy

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Operations, Production, Quality Assurance, Product Development, and Project Management.

Operations

Production

Quality Assurance

Product Development

Project Management

Summary

Targeting challenging opportunities in Manufacturing Engineering with an organization of high repute.

Strategic & tactical responsibility for implementing engineering strategies.

Manage organizational goals to exceed customer expectations for product development, quality, cost & delivery.

Overall, 18 years of productive & qualitative experience in driving end-to-end manufacturing, assembly, testing & troubleshooting.

Expertise in Modular Architectural and assembly solutions in offshore floating solar technology.

Proven expertise in performing assembly & testing projects for Powertrain while ensuring adherence to defined quality parameters & timelines.

Excellent track record of working in technically advanced & state-of-the art production systems & assembly & test lines of leading automobile manufacturing companies supplying to high profile export markets.

Highly skilled in enhancing operational efficiency & continuously improving effectiveness of processes by analyzing Cold test & hot test data.

Led continuous improvement projects such as Value Engineering Projects, Multi Spindle Torquing Solutions, Kaizen Projects to reduce operating costs.

Certified ISO Internal Auditor with proven success in conducting technical audits; skilled in implementing international quality standards such as ISO 9001-2000/2015, ISO 45001, TPM & 5S & Environment management systems like EHS & OHSAS 18001.

Six Sigma Black Belt – IN/3373/24573 (CLSSBB).

Skills

Engine Assembly
Powertrain Assembly & Testing
Capacity Planning
In-Process Quality Assurance
Root Cause Analysis
Manpower Optimization
Technical Audits
Safety, Cost Control & Up-Time
Dc Tools
Manufacturing Process Improvement
Programming
Change Agent
Collaborator
Communicator
Innovator
Planner
Thinker

Languages

English

Advanced

Hindi

Advanced

Marathi

Advanced

Education

Jul 2003 - Jun 2006

K.K. Wagh College

Bachelor of Engineering in Production · Production · Nashik, India · Higher Second Class

Jul 2000 - Jun 2003

S.M.E.S. Polytechnic

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering · Mechanical Engineering · India · First class

Certifications & licenses

Six Sigma Black Belt

IN/3373/24573

Red – X Certification

ISO Internal Auditor

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 6

Experience in Automotive 13 y

Avg length 3 y 1 m

Longest experience 8 y 1 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 1 (India)

Primary country India

Expertise

Recent roles Manager, Senior Manager, Manager (Assembly & Testing)

Main industries Automotive, Manufacturing, Professional Services

Main business areas Operations, Production, Quality Assurance

Qualifications

Highest degree Bachelor

Certifications earned 3

Profile

Created

April 2025

Last Update

April 2026

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Mandar is based in Thane, India and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

Mandar speaks the following languages: English (Advanced), Hindi (Advanced), Marathi (Advanced).

Mandar has at least 19 years of experience. During this time, Mandar has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 5 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 1 month. Note that Mandar may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Based on recent experience, Mandar would be well-suited for roles such as: Manager, Senior Manager, Manager (Assembly & Testing).

Mandar's most recent position is Manager at SolarDuck Engineering.

In recent years, Mandar has worked for SolarDuck Engineering and iASYS Technology Engineering Pvt. Ltd..

Mandar is most experienced in industries like Automotive, Manufacturing, and Professional Services. Mandar also has some experience in Energy.

Mandar is most experienced in business areas like Operations, Production, and Quality Assurance. Mandar also has some experience in Product Development and Project Management.

Mandar has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing, Professional Services, and Energy.

Mandar has recently worked in business areas like Operations, Product Development, and Project Management.

Mandar holds a Bachelor in Production from K.K. Wagh College and a Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering from S.M.E.S. Polytechnic.

Mandar has 3 certificates. These include: Six Sigma Black Belt, Red – X Certification, and ISO Internal Auditor.

Mandar is immediately available part-time for suitable projects.

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