Workshop
Navigating the Automotive Supply Chain: Engineering Electric Vehicle Batteries and Sustainable Manufacturing Practices
June 9, 10 & 11, 2025
All workshop days are from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM EST.
Online
Summary
The automotive industry is undergoing a significant transformation, with the push toward electric vehicles (EVs) and sustainable manufacturing practices shaping its future. Polymers play a crucial role in this transition, offering lightweight solutions, enhanced durability, and improved efficiency in vehicle design and battery engineering. This workshop will explore the complexities of the global automotive supply chain, the role of polymers in EVs, sustainable material selection, and lean manufacturing principles that enhance efficiency. We will also examine the latest advancements in polymer processing for automotive applications and how engineering innovations are driving the industry's future.
Registration Information
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$405 |
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$450 |
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$650 |
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Instructor
Saloni Agrawal
Sr. Supplier Industrialization Engineer
Lucid Motors
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Saloni Agrawal is an automotive professional with 10 years of experience in supplier industrialization, quality management, and battery module engineering. As a Senior Supplier Industrialization Engineer at Lucid Motors, she oversees over 30 suppliers, optimizing performance and ensuring quality in battery components.
Previously, at Tesla, she led manufacturing optimizations, reducing scrap rates and improving efficiency. Her expertise includes polymer processing, sustainable material selection, and lean manufacturing. She has also worked with Bendix CVS, Morrison Products, and Varroc Polymers, gaining global experience in plastic engineering, extrusion, and injection molding.
Saloni holds an M.S. in Plastics Engineering from Case Western Reserve University and a B.E. in Polymer Engineering from MIT Pune. She is pursuing an Executive MBA and holds certifications in Shainin Red X, Lean Six Sigma, and Scrum Project Management.
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Who Should Attend?
The "Navigating the Automotive Supply Chain: Engineering Electric Vehicle Batteries and Sustainable Manufacturing Practices" workshop is aimed at:
- Automotive engineers and designers
- Supply chain and procurement professionals
- Manufacturing and process engineers
- Sustainability professionals in the automotive sector
- R&D specialists focused on materials and innovation
Why Should You Attend?
Are you struggling to balance performance, sustainability, and cost in EV battery and automotive component manufacturing?
This workshop will help you understand the strategic role of polymers in EVs and how to leverage sustainable materials for lightweighting, durability, and energy efficiency.
Are supply chain challenges affecting your ability to source and deliver high-performance materials on time?
Learn how to navigate the complexities of the global automotive supply chain and optimize procurement strategies for EV components.
Do you want to enhance efficiency and reduce waste in your manufacturing processes?
Discover lean manufacturing techniques that streamline production, improve quality, and drive cost savings.
Are you responsible for material selection in EV batteries or automotive components and looking for innovative solutions?
Explore the latest trends in polymer processing, sustainable materials, and engineering solutions that drive industry advancements.
Do you need to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving automotive industry?
Gain actionable insights into the future of EV batteries, sustainable manufacturing, and supply chain resilience.