Dileep Rao

Design Engineer | NIT Bhopal | Project Lead | Vehicle Architecture & Integrator | Deputy Manager at VE Commercial vehicle

Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India

About

I’m a Mechanical Engineer with 3 years of experience in Vehicle Architecture & Integration at VE Commercial Vehicles Ltd. (a joint venture of Volvo Group & Eicher Motors). I specialize in end-to-end vehicle development — from concept design, vehicle packaging, and system integration to prototype builds, validation, and SOP execution. I ensure compliance with industry regulations while delivering cost-effective, high-performance solutions across multiple vehicle platforms. As the Design Quality Lead, I’ve successfully reduced design-related issues by 80% through 8D problem-solving, DFMEA, and tolerance stack-up analysis. I represent the design team in quality forums, Volvo global audits, and lead VAVE initiatives for cost optimization. I manage cross-functional teams and ensure smooth collaboration to deliver innovative engineering solutions on complex projects. I bring expertise in vehicle integration, regulatory compliance (AIS, ARAI, DGMS), and a strong understanding of alternate fuel vehicle technologies, ensuring vehicles meet performance, safety, and regulatory standards. I’m proficient in Creo, CATIA V5, Windchill, and 3DEXPERIENCE, managing BOM/MBOM systems, tracking changes, and ensuring seamless design and release processes. In addition, I am committed to innovation, holding 4 granted patents in vehicle architecture and contributing to 2 design registrations and research papers in advanced product design. My work includes cutting-edge systems integration for HCVs, such as the first-ever 10m³ Transit Mixer on a 6x4 platform, heat-ventilated AC systems for the Pro 8000 range, and DGMS-compliant mining vehicles. As the project lead for Tractor Trailer, Tipper, Haulage, and Transit Mixer platforms (Pro 6000 & 8000 series), I have managed impactful programs including cabin redesigns, advanced system integrations, and vehicle certification. I led the 500+ part release across multiple builds, ensuring successful project milestones and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Core Skills: CAD Tools: Creo, CATIA V5 Vehicle Integration & Packaging Alternate Fuel Vehicle Technologies BOM/MBOM Management: Windchill, 3DEXPERIENCE Regulatory Standards: AIS, CMVR, ARAI, DGMS Project Leadership: Cross-functional team management, VAVE, cost optimization Innovation & Patents: Holder of 4 Patents in vehicle systems Quality Assurance: 8D, DFMEA, Root Cause Analysis I am passionate about advancing commercial vehicle design and integrating emerging technologies, including alternate fuel solutions, to improve the automotive industry.

Experience

  • VE Commercial Vehicles Ltd. (Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India)
    • Deputy Manager
      Jan 2023 - Present · 3 yrs 7 mos

      • Vehicle Integration of Heavy Duty Trucks (T&TT) • Product Quality lead for the Design Team • IDM & 3D-Experience • DFMEA & PFMEA • VDFA & VDFS

    • PGET
      Jul 2022 - Present · 4 yrs 1 mo

      | Design Engineer | Complete Vehicle Department (PDD) & Vehicle Integration specifically in HD-Vehicles