Sarvika Desai, PMP, MSME, MSEM.

Sarvika desai, pmp, msme, msem.

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Program management | Product Development | Scaled Agile Transformation

  • Education

    • Fr. c. rodrigues institute of technology, vashi, navi mumbai, india

      2010 - 2014
      Bachelor's degree mechanical engineering

      Activities and Societies: Publicity Head and Member of the Core Student Council. Graduated with First Class.As a Member of the core student council of the College, I coordinated and managed a team of over 30 members to successfully organize two large inter-collegiate techno-cultural festivalsHosted several events, performances, competitions and workshops. As the Publicity head of the College, managed the publicity of the inter-collegiate festivals.Active Member of SAE India and ISHRAE.Organized an ISHRAE Quiz League.

    • University of florida

      2014 - 2016
      Master's degree mechanical engineering 3.78/4.00 gpa

      Specializing in Solid Mechanics, Design and Manufacturing.Relevant Coursework: Advanced Finite Element Analysis, Structural Optimization, Failure of Materials in Design, Continuum Mechanics, Aero-structural Composites, Applied Elasticity and Solid Mechanics, Supply Chain Management, Deterministic Methods in Operations Research & Java.

    • Oakland university

      2019 - 2021
      Master of science - ms engineering management 4.00 / 4.00

      Enhanced my skillset to include Management and Industrial Engineering courses so that I can bring a business perspective to my role alongside my Project Management and technical expertise. Really enjoyed learning courses like Financial Accounting (which helped me know how to read annual financial statements and analyze the company's financial status from a creditor or investor perspective), Legal Environment of business (which helped me understand the forms of business, contract liabilities… Show more Enhanced my skillset to include Management and Industrial Engineering courses so that I can bring a business perspective to my role alongside my Project Management and technical expertise. Really enjoyed learning courses like Financial Accounting (which helped me know how to read annual financial statements and analyze the company's financial status from a creditor or investor perspective), Legal Environment of business (which helped me understand the forms of business, contract liabilities, torts etc.), Marketing Management (which gave me a fresh perspective to business initiatives and projects), Operations Management and Supply Chain Management (which helped me with the production side of things in addition to my experience on the Design side) and many more. I believe these courses have truly expanded my knowledge to encompass both Technical & Management perspectives which are crucial in making tactical and strategic decisions in any role. Show less

  • Experience

    • Reliance infrastructure ltd. dahanu thermal power station

      Jun 2012 - Jul 2012
      Implant trainee

      • Created documentation and graphical representations of the entire process of generation of electricity, incorporating all sectors of the Thermal Power Plant - from the import of coal, through turbines, boilers and finally distribution system, through flow diagrams and generated graphs using MATLAB.• Assisted in the maintenance of 2×250 MW TPS Pressure Parts by performing hands-on testing and field operations• Measured the temperature, pressure & flow control and performed timely pre-functional testing of boiler parts Show less

    • Fr. conceicao rodrigues insttitute of technology, vashi

      Jul 2012 - May 2013
      Publicity head

      • Organized a Flash Mob & Walk-a-thon (2000 students) for publicity of the inter-collegiate festival and for supporting the cause of Women Safety.• Spearheaded, coordinated and managed a team of 20 members to successfully organize two large budget inter-collegiate techno-cultural festivals exhibiting extraordinary interpersonal, managerial and communication skills.• Negotiated with companies for sponsorship, business professionals & celebrities regarding publicity events.• Hosted various technical (automotive) and cultural workshops as well as live shows. Show less

    • Aramark- chick fila

      Oct 2014 - May 2015
      Cashier

      Ensured customer satisfaction in a constantly changing fast paced environment.Calculated cash balances to maintain consistent financial records per shift.Stocked up all inventory as and when needed and ensured a smooth flow of operation at all times.

    • Tpp boilers pvt. ltd.

      May 2015 - Jul 2015
      Design & manufacturing intern

      • Worked in the Design and Manufacturing teams for boiler pressure parts at the Vadodara Works Plant. • Verified and validated the specifications of manufactured parts based on the bill of materials (BOM), matched drawings and products with technical standards (e.g. ASME & API) and calculated the material cost for each order• Successfully Designed various thermal pressure parts & assigned material varying from steel to cast iron, based on customer requirements such as operating temperatures and pressures.• Performed thermal analysis on the designed parts using ANSYS & created optimized CAD drawings for them• Conducted meetings with global clients and communicated their requirements to delegated teams• Accomplished desired results by collaborating with cross-functional teams to complete & deliver orders on timeDesigned an exhibition stall for the company at the “Power-Gen India & Central Asia with Renewable Energy World India & Hydrovision India 2013 Exhibition” held in Mumbai. Show less

    • University of florida

      Aug 2015 - May 2016
      Graduate research assistant & grader for cad design class

      Evaluated assignments & exams for the course on Solidworks & GD&T, mentored 63 students & solved doubts.

    • Ford motor company

      Jul 2016 - Dec 2019
      Product design engineer for electronic shift systems

      At my job, I had the opportunity to work with a great team like Shifters! Below are some of my roles & responsibilities that I fulfilled on a daily basis.• Managing Product development, Design and Release for next generation Electronic shifter technologies in global markets like China, Europe, Canada and North America from concept to product launch.• Facilitate cross functional team coordination with purchasing, studio, ergonomics, finance and Manufacturing, throughout the product development cycle to meet & exceed project milestone deliverables, product quality and attribute performance against customer expectations and industry benchmarks. • Develop initial business cases, financial roadmaps, design, testing & validation, gained certification, managed design change impact & supporting product launch for various eShifter technologies.• Spearhead discussions with external suppliers; drive design development, prototype build support & manage design change impact within Program budget while still meeting Program timing. • Relay design rules, component/system level specifications and requirements to suppliers to verify compliance. • Review & approve supplier and vehicle/system level DVP&R for the eShifter and Manual Park Release Cables• Analyze data from DV failures and collaboratively work towards solutions for improved capability, attribute performance and durability to improve design while meeting cost targets and project timing.• Update DFMEA, Control Plan, SCCAF, P-Diagrams based on changing interfacing components.• Review APQP deliverables with suppliers against Program milestones at design phase, through PPAP, PSW & product launch • Establish new processes to improve product development, design and implementation efficiency. • Create 5Ds for issue resolution workplan, financial waterfalls for cost progression, presentations for design review or support plans. Show less

    • General motors

      Nov 2021 - now
      • Senior Program Manager - ADAS Mapping

        Sept 2024 - now
      • Release Train Engineer / ART Manager

        May 2023 - Oct 2024
      • SAFe Program Consultant

        Dec 2022 - Oct 2024
      • Interim Engineering Business Manager

        Jul 2022 - Dec 2022
      • Design Release Engineer - Driver Monitoring System - ADAS

        Nov 2021 - Dec 2022
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Design for six sigma - black belt

      General motors
      Oct 2023
    • Certified safe® 6 scrum master

      Scaled agile, inc.
      May 2023
      View certificate certificate
    • Design for six sigma - green belt

      General motors
      Oct 2022
    • Certified safe® 5 release train engineer

      Scaled agile, inc.
      Aug 2023
      View certificate certificate
    • Certified safe® 5 practitioner

      Scaled agile, inc.
      Mar 2023
      View certificate certificate
    • Project management professional (pmp)®

      Project management institute
      Sept 2020
      View certificate certificate
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Sarvika Desai, PMP, MSME, MSEM.
      Achievement Award - Aug 2014 Offered an Achievement award and a scholarship for outstanding academic and overall performance.
    • Awarded to Sarvika Desai, PMP, MSME, MSEM.
      Ford Recognition Award Ford Motor Company Received a Recognition Award from Ford for bringing a derailed Program back on track by defining the design assumptions, leading the supplier to meet Program milestone deliverable, driving cross-functional alignment and sign-off on design and meeting the deliverables for the next milestone on the Program, all in my first year on the job. This had a huge positive impact on the Program & the Company because the Program could now meet the original launch date without any delays or resulting… Show more Received a Recognition Award from Ford for bringing a derailed Program back on track by defining the design assumptions, leading the supplier to meet Program milestone deliverable, driving cross-functional alignment and sign-off on design and meeting the deliverables for the next milestone on the Program, all in my first year on the job. This had a huge positive impact on the Program & the Company because the Program could now meet the original launch date without any delays or resulting financial losses."Great job on C483 e-shifter. Keep up the great work." - Shailesh Patke (My Manager at Ford). Show less
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Volunteer

      Issued by Times of India
      Times of IndiaAssociated with Sarvika Desai, PMP, MSME, MSEM.
    • Publicity Head

      Issued by ETAMAX
      ETAMAXAssociated with Sarvika Desai, PMP, MSME, MSEM.
    • Volunteer

      Issued by NASEOH on Jun 2011
      NASEOHAssociated with Sarvika Desai, PMP, MSME, MSEM.