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Herzogenaurach, De

Herzogenaurach, De

• Responsible for new product development such as power supply, coolant circulator, control box and consumable for plasma arc cutting.• New product development (NPD) through conceptual ideas to final commercialization of product in challenging time. • Design inverter and chopper up to 144KVA for a lower cost and sustainable.• Design enclosure for IGBT, heatsink and other electrical component to provide proper cooling(Thermal Management).• Develop overall design concepts and prepare design in solid CAD models such as Solidworks, Pro/E & Inventor.• Validate design with experiments, analytical analysis and numerical modeling such as CFD.• Assemble prototype unit in lab and perform various test to get product certified through CE, CCC, NEMA & CSA.• Optimize design for better productivity thorough implementing knowledge of Fluid mechanics and Thermodynamics.• Demonstrate enhance knowledge by creating sheet metal and molded enclosure to get desired IP rating. • Design complicated parts and assemblies for plasma and shield gas control which can deliver desired gas flow.• Create detailing design using solid CAD model tools and apply knowledge of DFM/A and Poke-Yoke principle.• Prepare and release part/ assembly drawings, BOM and documentation for product. Implemented GD&T knowledge to create part drawing and specification for manufacturing parts.• Enhance and optimize design for lower cost and better productivity. Performed Value analysis / Cost reduction in product design. • Working closely with other engineers to make the product performance and cost objectives meet and exceed the market expectations and specifications.

Chattanooga, Tennessee, Us

• Responsible for design and assembly of Customize Automation cell for Automotive Industry.• Worked on simultaneous project with BMW, VW, Mercedes and Ford for gluing application.• Prepared concept planning of project and necessary layouts required to satisfactorily solve design objectives and meet the outlined parameters of project. • Performed all calculations necessary to satisfy strength, loads, performance of the equipment.• Designed automation equipment like glass centering table, robot end effectors and other equipment as per requirement to satisfy cycle time of project. (Software Used : CATIA V5 and Autocad)• Designed equipment with pneumatic drive, belt drive and hydraulic drive. Implemented extensive knowledge of mechanical and pneumatic components.• Prepared all assembly in CATIA for simulation study and functionality check of equipment.• Coordinate design reviews with client on a timely basis and ensured that designs have been properly reviewed for functional operation and safety considerations.• Prepared and released drawings for manufactured parts. Reviewed finish drawing for accuracy of design and tolerances (GD&T), fits, manufacturing capability, materials, drafting standards, etc• Performed Quality check of manufactured parts. Performed FMEA and ZHA analysis. • Prepared assembly drawing, BOM, installation drawing and documentation for equipment function.• Coordinated test runs, analyzed test data and making necessary changes and improvements.• Maintain proper follow-up and liaison with internal departments, suppliers and client. • Implemented new concept of design to reduce cost and better performance. • Represent the company professionally to both customers and suppliers.

• Responsible for design of cutting tools mainly in Solid works.• Prepared 2 D layout, blue prints, BOM, tool order and detail drawing. • Analyzed the design to meet key technical requirements and reduced overall design risk and cost.• Modified tool design according to application requirement to improve tool life performance. • Developed and optimized the processes and materials which utilized during design and production.• Performed design reviews and pre-validation assessments to ensure the safe working condition.• Evaluating alternative manufacturing process to meet program cost, quality and delivery requirements. Performing process validation and CAPA. Performed FMEA and DFM.• Carried out quality improvement with implementation of new technology for Measurement.• Co-ordinate with engineering and Production staff. Interfaced with outside clients.• Initiated to implement six sigma manufacturing method by statically process control method.

San Jose, Ca, Us

Pursuing MS in mechanical engineering with specialization in Design.

Elecon Engineering, Gujarat, IndiaProject Engineer (Project Management Department) Jul ’07 – Jun ’08• Responsible for executing EPC power plant project.• Arranged the kickoff meeting with client / consultant to discuss and establish Project requirements, overall project schedule, progress measurement methodology and detailed billing breakup.• Computation of different parameters such as TTM, S curve, VRIN Analysis.• Estimate installation cost and capital equipment.• Performed engineering analysis, risk assessments and develop technical documentation.• Developed progress measurement methodology of project and Periodic evaluation of vendor’s performance. Actively participates in continuous improvement programs.• Maintained liaison with other department manager to ensure all required equipments and inspection support as per project schedule.• Responsible for client satisfaction. Evaluate productive work in timely manner.• Tracked all job cost and monthly forecast. Maintained engineering records.

• Responsible for product development, product improvement and cost reduction. • Develop and test prototype of alternate designs and processing methods to assess feasibility, operating condition effects, possible new applications and necessity of modification.• Design for Manufacturing (DFM).• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.• Prepared and revised manufacturing sheet with ASME y14.5M 1994 geometric tolerance standards. Moreover provide BOM (Bill of Material) to manufacturing unit. • Develop, coordinate, and monitor all aspects of production, including selection of manufacturing methods, fabrication, and operation of product designs.• Worked closely with project engineer, manufacturing engineer and QA engineer. • Performed standard and advanced structural analysis involving shock, vibration, thermal and elastic analysis on simulation software mainly Autocad & Solid works. • Design test control apparatus and equipment and develop procedures for testing products.

Master'S, Mechanical Engineering (Specializing In Designing)

Ms In Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

Bs, Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor'S, Mechanical Engineering