Mechanical Design

Shahin Safakhoo B.Eng

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North York, ON, M2L 2N9

Tel: 416-***-****

E-mail: **************@*****.***

Work Experiences

Mechanical Design Engineer 2011-2012

Novero – Markham

Design and development of mechanical components for consumer products

Product development by generating concepts, design validation, reiteration and design for manufacturing

Product definition and feasibility evaluations for mechanical concepts while in cooperation with suppliers and internal development departments

Perform shielding design for electronic components in space conserving designs

Daily use of Catia V5 using publications, Boolean operation and surface design

Mechanical Project Engineer 2011

DSC – Design Systems Canada. – Chrysler - Brampton

Studied impact caused by product change to the manufacturing line (carrier analysis, conveyor chain pulls, simulation analysis, cycle time calculations, station re-scroll evaluation, etc.)

Performed monthly and annual inspections (control panels, conveyor drives, motor control centers, fan & exhaust motors, utility bus ducts, etc.)

Provided customers with study layouts, plant layouts and construction cost estimates

Clarified and organized detailed engineering plan and time line between tooling vendors, awarded contractors and plant personnel

Supervised and coordinated installations ensuring work is completed successfully

Created bid packages, conducted field checks, participated in field support for contractors and project coordination meetings

Responsible for program support relative to system design and facility layout

Applications Engineer / Mechanical drafter 2010

WDI – Wegu Device Inc. – Toronto

Coordinating with other engineers/scientists to revise design, detailed components and systems to resolve deficiencies and problems within systems

Preparing detailed design drawings (SolidWorks), wiring/cable system diagrams, bills of materials, specifications, illustrations and instructions for manufacturing

Developing required tools (test/analysis of software, measurements and jigs)

Investigating and research options in electro-mechanical/optical aspects devices

Activating electrical, optical and mechanical components

Performing failure analysis while supporting customers remotely and on site

Design Engineer 2009-2010

Spin Master LTD. – Toronto

Performed design feasibility to determine size, style, function performance and affordability of projects

Provided engineering support and guidance to design and marketing

Managed cost-reduction on existing designs

Designed, developed and executed new product ideas into technically innovative viable products, including parts and components design in SolidWorks

Converting SolidWorks models into VisualMill, SLS machine & CNC machine

Responsible for decision making on molding capabilities and manufacturing limitations. Research new materials, processes and design techniques.

Design Work Design of miniature helicopters, airplanes, hovercrafts and wall/ceiling flying carsDesign of tablet pc, tablet cellular device, thin pocket size laptopDesign of integrated microscope and laser correction devices Designed a fully composite entry-level business jet which conforms to FAR standardsDesigned a thermal insulation unit for a Mars LanderDesigned a robotic riveting cell for a section of an aircraft leading edge to minimize the time required by optimizing layout designDesigned and modeled a walking robot using mechanical linkage analysisCompleted CFD and stress analysis in various projects and assignments

Summary of Qualifications

Bachelor of Aerospace Engineering (honors)Completed in April 2008 - Ryerson Polytechnic University

Ontario High School Diploma09/1998-06/2004 - cole Secondaire tienne-Br l, Toronto

Computer CertificationCompleted the SolidWorks Essentials Parts, Assemblies and Drawings (2009)Completed the Catia V5 Advanced User and Methods (2011)

Computer Skills Experienced with various computer programs including SolidWorks 2009, Catia V5, Inventor, Visual Mill, AutoCAD, ANSYS, Excel, RoboWorks, Matlab and Maple (Successfully completed a course in AutoCAD, Catia V5, SolidWorks 2009, C Programming, Catia, ANSYS, Matlab)Fully proficient in all Windows based programs

General Fast learner, independent, hard-working, creative, punctual and organizedComfortable in group and individual working environments/settings Capable of applying specific techniques to adhere to safety guidelines while maintaining an organized and orderly work areaRecognized as highly efficient, self-motivated and results-orientedEffective interpersonal skills and capacity to work dynamically in a teamExcellent interpersonal and communication skills achieved from volunteer activities

Additional highlights

Trilingual fluency (oral and written proficiency) in English, French and Farsi

Intermediate level in Spanish

National Lifeguard, First aid and CPR

Volunteer Work and Activities

Sports Coach 2001-2006

cole Secondaire tienne-Br l, Toronto

Coached grade 7 to 8 Volley Ball, Basket Ball and Soccer teams

Assisted students with various sport strategies and techniques

School Tutor 2000-2005

cole Secondaire tienne-Br l, Toronto

Assisted students with learning disabilities in grade 7 to 10

Evaluated students’ needs in order to develop tutorial program and lesson plans

References

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