Tirthesh Shah

***** ***** *** ** ******** Apt ***4 San Diego, CA-92130

(619) - 356 - 2930

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Mechanical engineering graduate with a Master’s degree and 2+ years of research experience. Looking to bring strong analytical abilities, excellent communication skills and solid modeling knowledge to this position. A dedicated candidate aiming to achieve company goals and manage responsibilities effectively.

Education:

Masters in Mechanical Engineering, San Diego State University

Aug 2016

Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering, University of Mumbai

May 2013

Technical Skills:

CAD/CAM software

SolidWorks, AutoCAD, PTC Creo, GD&T, CATIA V5

Simulation software

COMSOL, Fire Dynamic Simulator

MS Suite

Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Agile -PLM software

Numeric computation

MATLAB

Machine shop

Mill, Lathe, Grinder, Laser cutter, Welding

Experience:

Manufacturing and Quality Specialist at Dexcom

July 2016 – April 2017

Addressed and resolved customer complaints for CGM(continuous glucose monitoring) device

Supported improvements on Standard Operating Procedures(SOP’s) and helped create investigation reports, testing and manufacturing specifications

Feedback and support to manufacturing team on various quality issues

Track and evaluate manufacturing discrepancies and work to eliminate root causes.

Reported complaints to FDA as per the regulatory guidelines within the 30 day timeline

Graduate Project/Research Assistant at San Diego State University

Mar 2014 – July 2016

Created 2-D and 3-D models of PMMA combustion in microgravity using Fire Dynamic Simulator(FDS) and MATLAB

Analysis of the experimental data to complete an oxygen concentration study and documented the results

Design and machining of fixtures and parts required to conduct PMMA combustion experiments in Narrow Channel Apparatus. Responsible for troubleshooting and maintenance of experimental setup

Responsible for generating BOM for parts required to be manufactured and submit ECO as and when necessary.

Teaching Assistant at San Diego State University

Sept 2013 – Aug 2014

Conducted weekly labs and doubt solving sessions for Mechanics and Electronics courses

Proctored and graded exams for students

Design Intern at Snehal AC & R Engg Pvt. Ltd, Thane India

June 2012 –June 2013

Familiarity and knowledge of ISHRAE design standards

Performed HVAC load calculations for pharmaceutical projects

Designed air distribution systems, ducts according to calculations, material and other requirements

Commissioning testing of VRV technology at Ascent International School

Projects:

Design of Occipital Fixation Device

Investigated and found connecting pin fracture issues in the predicate device

Modified the design such that the connecting pin is eliminated and the plate is fixed to the occipital bone with a pedicle screw

New Design FEA Analysis in COMSOL to check for the safety

Prepared an in depth report for the device including verification, validation plans and 510 k Approval

3D printed the final prototype

Innovation in PTCA catheter design

Design modification to solve the issues with using a single large balloon to implant stents

Proposed a concept design that used two lumen tubes with multiple balloons to ensure uniformity and support

Created new design sketches in Solidworks. Ready to be implemented

CMEMS Accelerometer

Designed a single axis diaphragm based accelerometer. Created two microfabrication processes for Carbon based Accelerometer (Constant Thickness and Variable Depth)

Performed FEA Analysis in COMSOL and Microfabrication in clean room

Analysis of a Steam Power Plant to increase power output

Thermodynamic and parametric analysis of the Baseline Power Plant

Modified the power plant design by adding Reheaters and a Regenerator unit

Prepared a report for the analysis including the sizing of Condenser, Regenerator, Reheaters and Super - heater and the cost estimation for the modifications

Obstacle Height Indicator for an Automobile

Initiated the project with the view to prevent damage to automobiles and assist the driver in parking vehicles. Size constraints for design were also calculated based on the data available for ground clearance of automobiles.

Designed the gear box and Lead Screw on the basis of motor selected. Fabricated the frame and assembled LVDT, microcontroller and Light Sensor on it to complete the prototype

Installed the prototype at the rear end of automobile to obtain obstacle height when it takes reverse

Affiliations:

Indian Society of Heating Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers(ISHRAE)

July 2011 – July 2012

Combustion Institute

August 2015 – August 2016

Publications:

Shah, T., Miller, F., Olson, S., & Wichman, I. (2015, Oct). Modeling and Analysis of Intermediate Thickness PMMA Sheets Burning in Microgravity Opposed Flow. Paper presented at the Western States Section of the Combustion Institute – Fall Meeting, Provo, UT

Shah, T. (2016). Flame Spread over Thick Polymethylmethacrylate Samples in a Simulated and Actual Microgravity Environment. San Diego, USA: Montezuma Publishing

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