I’m a Mechanical Engineer with over 2 years of experience in New Product Development (NPD), mechanical design, and automation systems. With a strong background in SolidWorks, Ansys, MATLAB, and DFMA principles, I have successfully contributed to projects that have significantly improved productivity and operational efficiency.In my current role as a Mechanical Design Engineer at Hinshitsu Manufacturing Pvt. Ltd., I have led various key projects, including:SCARA Robot Development: I engineered a SCARA robot for automated medicine picking, which reduced operational time by 40% and boosted the overall throughput of the AS/RS system by 30%. This involved collaborating across teams to integrate sensors and control systems, enhancing the robot’s precision and meeting ISO/TS 15066 robot safety standards.Automated Storage and Retrieval System (AS/RS): I spearheaded the development of an AS/RS system for MedPlus, resulting in a 70% increase in space utilization and a 50% boost in productivity. My contributions included performing Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA), which increased system reliability by 20% and reduced field failures by 30%. Through the implementation of GD&T standards, we improved part fitment accuracy by 15%.Rail Guided Vehicle (RGV): I designed a Rail Guided Vehicle (RGV) for medical warehousing applications, achieving a 20 kg payload capacity and speeds of 1.5 m/s, while integrating precision sensors for reliable operation.Mentored the FSAE Team in designing a multi-element front wing, and contributed to a patent-worthy design for an adjustable dumbbell during an internship.Key Skills:CAD/CAE: SolidWorks, CATIA, Ansys Mechanical, Ansys WorkbenchAnalysis & Simulation: FEA, MATLAB, Tolerance Stack-up AnalysisMethodologies: DFMA, GD&T, DMAIC, Lean Six Sigma (Black Belt Certified)Programming: MATLAB, PythonI get excited about opportunities where I can work on innovative mechanical designs and automation solutions, leveraging cross-functional collaboration to create impactful products.I love connecting with new people. You can reach me at praful.gawandepatil@gmail.com.