Saneel Kilpady
About Saneel Kilpady
Saneel Kilpady is a Project Delivery Manager at Tata Motors, specializing in BIW Body Engineering for Trucks and Buses since 2019. He has extensive experience in the automotive industry, having worked with notable companies such as Tech Mahindra, Ferrari, and Bentley Motors.
Work at Tata Group
Saneel Kilpady has been serving as the Project Delivery Manager for BIW Body Engineering in the MHCV Cab Design division at Tata Motors since 2019. His role involves overseeing projects related to truck cabin and bus body design, managing the BIW team from concept to delivery. He is responsible for supplier interactions and ensuring alignment with project and product milestone targets. His tenure at Tata Group spans five years, during which he has engaged in regular interactions with various departments, including Styling, Product Engineering, and Vehicle Integration.
Previous Experience in Automotive Engineering
Before joining Tata Group, Saneel Kilpady worked at Tech Mahindra for six years, where he held multiple roles, including SET T Side Doors and Trunk Lid Lead for the India 2.0 Program for ŠKODA KUSHAQ closures. He also served as a Project Manager for Body Engineering, focusing on closures and vehicle development. His experience extends to working with prestigious automotive companies such as Ferrari, Bentley Motors, and Jaguar Land Rover, where he contributed to various engineering projects, including Formula 1 front wing design and digital prototyping.
Education and Expertise
Saneel Kilpady holds a Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Pune and KKWIEER Nasik. He further enhanced his qualifications by obtaining a Certificate in Global Business Leadership from GlobalNxt University. His educational background provides a strong foundation in mechanical engineering principles, which he applies in his project management and engineering roles across various automotive sectors.
Project Management Skills
Saneel Kilpady possesses extensive project management skills, utilizing various tools, reports, techniques, and methodologies to ensure effective delivery management. His experience includes coordinating complex projects with European automotive clients, such as BMW and Volkswagen, and managing teams in high-stakes environments. His ability to engage with cross-functional teams for DFMEA and document sign-offs is a key aspect of his project management approach.
International Experience
Saneel Kilpady has significant international experience, having worked in various countries, including the Czech Republic, Germany, Italy, and the United Kingdom. His roles have included onsite project management and coordination for global automotive projects, such as the ŠKODA India 2.0 Program and BMW projects at Pininfarina Deutschland. This international exposure has equipped him with a diverse perspective on automotive engineering and project delivery.