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Des Moines, Iowa, United States

Led the design and development of the mid chassis cotton harvester picking unit frame, ensuring structural integrity and optimal performance in the field.Spearheaded the development of the next-generation widest cotton harvester picking unit frame, incorporating advanced technologies like floating frame and utilizing draft load for self-positioning principles to enhance efficiency, productivity and terrain following abilityDirected incremental enhancements aimed at minimizing cotton losses in high-yield fields, optimizing harvesting efficiency and yield.Implemented product enhancement features such as optimizing greasing systems, integrating gear drive shielding, and facilitating ease of assembly, improving overall product performance and user experience. Filed design patent application in the United States, currently pending approval. P-36092-US-PDS

Silvis, Illinois, United States

Spearheaded the design and development of the widest flex draper for Grain Combines, ensuring robustness and efficiency in operation.Played a pivotal role in factory implementation and setup, ensuring seamless integration of new equipment into existing production processes.Played an integral role in planning the product frame architecture for Mule Build, ensuring alignment with project goals and specifications. Contributed to conceptual frame development for Mule build, laying the groundwork for subsequent phases of product developmentApplied DFSS methodology to design the Feasibility build frame breakaway system, enhancing safety and reliability in operation.Utilized HSS material and laser welds to develop frames, optimizing structural integrity and performance.

Lead the critical component development project for a rice transplanter, focusing on innovation and optimization to enhance performance and reliability.Leveraged industry benchmarks to identify and implement engineering principles in the development of a new rice transplanter, aiming for superior performance and functionality.Coordinated tear-down activities and meticulously documented findings to inform design improvements and ensure thorough understanding of product intricacies.Explored alternative materials, processes, and supplier integration strategies to drive efficiency and quality enhancements in rice transplanter manufacturing

Thibodaux, Louisiana, United States

Led performance improvement projects for Sugarcane Harvester Crop Divider and Chopping gear box systems, enhancing their efficiency and functionality.Successfully improved the primary trash removal system, resulting in a 40% reduction in system power consumption.Redesigned the operator walking platform, achieving a significant 42% reduction in system weight while maintaining structural integrity and functionality.Established a streamlined CAD translation process from level 2 applications to the Windchill database, optimizing data management and collaboration within the design team.Developed product layouts and functional skeleton models, providing a foundation for comprehensive design analysis and optimization on Sugarcane harvester, Sugarcane loader and Scraper product line.Facilitates communication, collaboration and act as a bridge between Unit and JDTCI MFG team ensuring smooth communication, coordination, and alignment of project goals and objectives. Provides technical expertise, facilitates problem-solving, and supports project management efforts.As the Liaison Engineer for the Pune Manufacturing Team, successfully expanded the team's capacity by integrating two expatriate engineer positions for unit

Led the implementation of the Cotton Stripper CAD geometry database, ensuring a smooth transition from unit-specific applications to the Windchill and ProE database systems.Headed the development of a 3D product service catalogue database utilizing Dassault Système Seemage 3DVIA, tailored for service technician and customers training purposes on 5020 and 6020 Series Tractors. Successfully completed 3-month on-site training program at John Deere Central Services GmbH, GermanyTrained and supervised a team of 12 individuals to implement a 3D service manual project across multiple product lines.

Whirlpool India Pvt Ltd

Engaged in concept development for side-by-side refrigerator doors, focusing on innovative design solutions and functionality enhancements.Led the development of customer experience enhancement features for automatic water dispenser product platforms, aiming to elevate user satisfaction and usability

Bachelor Of Mechanical Engineering

Pgdbm, Business Administration And Management, General

Diploma In Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

Triz Level 1 , Problem Solving

Design Thinking Premier, Design Thinking- Innovation