Mechanical Design Engineer

Parth Patel

Email: *******@**.**********.*** Phone: 417-***-**** Southington, CT 06489

https://www.linkedin.com/in/parth-patel-0b1a1b103/ SUMMARY

Dedicated and motivated mechanical engineer with 2+ years of experience and hand on skills in mechanical designing, FEA and product development.

Practical experience with problem-solving and process improvement techniques such as Root Cause Analysis, Failure Mode Effect Analysis, GD&T and Control Plans.

Strong written and verbal communication skills as well as sound technical, analytical and problem-solving abilities. TECHNICAL EXPERTIES

Software: CAD: SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Creo (Pro-E), CATIA Analysis: ANSYS

Tools: FMEA, Six Sigma, GD&T, Kaizen and Lean Manufacturing, MS Office Suite Soft Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skill, Technical Reporting and Manufacturing Batch records, Analytical Skill

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Mechanical Design Engineer August 2013 – December 2014 Orbit Bearings India Pvt. Ltd.,

Software: SolidWorks

Demonstrated 2D/3D models of Tapered and Cylindrical Roller Bearings using SolidWorks with GD&T considerations for heavy automobile parts.

Created data sheets, dimensional drawings, main assembly drawing, part drawings and the complete bill of materials for production department.

Performed a part as Supplier Development to assist organization to develop a solution; which includes concept development, design and analysis prototyping and manufacturing for customer with special requirements.

Analyzed the incoming inquiries from sales department and prepared accurate arrangements and layout drawings including feasibility, performance, costs, quality, safety, and timing. Project Intern January 2013 – June 2013

Ishan Equipment Pvt. Ltd.

Software: SolidWorks and ANSYS

Designed and enhanced mechanical components using SolidWorks for Shell and Tube Heat Exchangers: welded assembly design/fitting design.

Analysis and simulation (FEM) of heat exchanger for structural, fatigue and thermal.

Created mechanical drawings and computer-generated reports; blueprints for production department, technical drawings, schematics.

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

Master of Science, Mechanical Engineering January 2015 – December 2016 University of Bridgeport, GPA: 3.5

Bachelor of Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering July 2009 – May 2013 Gujarat Technological University, GPA: 3.0

PROJECTS

Design Configurations and Analysis August 2015 – December 2016

Successfully designed a Knuckle Joint and a Scissor Jack in SolidWorks to maximize the performance of the component and analyzed in ANSYS to improve the design by analyzing stress-strain graphs.

Designed and analyzed the outer roll cage structure of mini BAJA (ATV) using SolidWorks Weldments for maximum endurance and performance to achieve lighter frame along with safety of the driver. Compact Electro-mechanical Actuator August 2012 – December 2012

Successfully designed compact Electro-Mechanical Actuator using Pro-E to minimize the size and weight of the actuator used for Thrust Vectoring in rockets with the support of the other two members while demonstrating strong leadership and ability.

Made actual working model using reversible switch for forward and reverse motion control and used stainless steel and demonstrated live demo as a part of a group project. Design configuration for two seater aircraft January 2012 – May 2012

As a part of the full project, designed preliminary and detailed design of a compact two seated aircraft, according to guidelines of CSVLA using AutoCAD, which then was used to construct the actual model.

Performed a role in sheet metal fabrication of spars and ribs for the wings, horizontal stabilizer and vertical tail. CERTIFICATION

Certified SOLIDWORKS Professional, 06/2017, Dassault Systemes

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