Career Opportunities in Sales, Business Development and Project Management

ALUMNI INFORMATION

Name of Alumni: Mr. Mayur Shedge
Batch / Year: 2011
Department: Mechanical
Company Name: Hoerbiger India Pvt. Ltd.
Designation: Manager, Sales

ABOUT CONDUCTION

Topic of Interaction: “Career Opportunities in Sales, Business Development and Project Management for Mechanical Engineers”
Date: 03-10-2026
Time: 11.45 AM
Class: T. Y. B. Tech
Division: A & B
Department: Mechanical

OUTCOME / REMARKS

Objective:

  1. To create awareness about career opportunities in sales, business development and project management for mechanical engineers.
  2. To explain how mechanical engineering knowledge can be integrated with business and management functions.
  3. To provide students with practical insights into customer interaction, business development and project execution.
  4. To highlight the importance of communication, leadership, negotiation and decision-making skills.
  5. To motivate students to develop both technical and professional competencies.

Summary:

Mr. Mayur Shedge shared his professional journey and 15 years of industry experience in sales, business development and project management at Hoerbiger India Pvt. Ltd. He explained how mechanical engineering fundamentals can be effectively applied in industrial sales and business-oriented roles.

He discussed customer requirement analysis, technical discussions, preparation of technical and commercial proposals, business development, customer relationship management and coordination with various departments for successful project execution.

The alumnus also highlighted the importance of communication, negotiation, leadership, teamwork, problem-solving, project planning and financial awareness in managerial positions. Real-world examples from his professional experience helped students understand industry expectations and possible career progression for mechanical engineers.

The session was interactive, and students actively participated in discussions related to career opportunities, required skills, project management and professional growth.

Outcomes:

  1. Students gained awareness of career opportunities in sales, business development and project management.
  2. Students understood how mechanical engineering knowledge can be applied in customer-oriented and managerial roles.
  3. Students gained exposure to real-world industrial practices and project execution.
  4. Students understood the importance of communication, negotiation, leadership and teamwork.
  5. Students gained awareness of business, financial and project-management aspects of engineering careers.
  6. Students were motivated to develop technical as well as managerial competencies.
  7. Students understood the importance of continuous learning and professional development for long-term career growth.