Engineer Design

ANDRE CEKA

***** ****** *****

Northville MI ****7

Tel: 248-***-****

ac4f92@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVE: Senior Design Engineer

Proven skills in Design and CAE Analysis and working experience as Design Engineer and CAE Engineer, creating design and FEA Models, performing CAE Simulations, evaluating and reporting CAE results, providing technical information and input in the creation of component specification, and other technical engineering design documents where CAE analysis plays a pivotal role, utilizing ABAQUS and AFC Abaqus For Catia

Over23years experience in Design, CAE analysis simulations, Manufacturing and Quality Control

Implemented Engineering disciplines: FEA, FEM,GD&T,ASME Y14.5, SPC, DFMEA, DFA, DFM,

Proven skills in designing projects from concept to completion including product assemblies, holding fixtures, tools and dies using CSA, ASME Y14.5 and GD&T and creating the engineering drawings for manufacturing and final quality control, simulations, analysis and engineering reports

Analyzed with ABAQUS, AFC: Abaqus for Catia, MSC-ADAMS Chassis, ANSA, FE-SAFE,Ansys Matlab, Hypermesh, Optistruct, Isight, SolidWorks, Cadkey, Mechanical Desktop, Autocad, Ford C3p NG, TCE Team Center Engineering, Smart Team, Mastercam, Pdm, Enovia, Fast Form, Lotus.

20,000 hrs CatiaV5R6,R7,R8, R9, R12, R14, R15, R16, R17, R18, R19,R20,R22,R24,R26 Utilized Modules: FEA Generative Structural Analysis, Advanced Meshing Tools, Parts, Product Assembly, Wireframe, Surface, Drafting, Sheet Metal, Knowledgeware, Space Analysis Automation and DMU

Dassault Systemes rated "Catia Certified Professional” as Catia Part Design Specialist, Catia Surface Design Specialist and Catia Assembly Design Specialist.

Strong analytical skills, problem solving skills, and attention to detail, demonstrated ability to deliver overall technical solutions on projects, ability to generate and evaluate creative ideas.

MS: Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint

Languages: Fluent in Albanian, Italian, Greek, conversational German, French and Russian

CAREER EXPERIENCE

Jan2017- Present Research and Development Engineer Confidential Michigan

Worked on Fluid Management Systems Department in Research and Development section. Lead and Conceptualized the FEA, Vibration and CFD analysis process for high pressure lines including Internal Heat Exchange, IHX.

Optimized Internal Heat Exchange, IHX for low cost and better performance through different design configuration combinations, reducing manufacturing processes and lowering the weight.

Project Lead for replacement of metal aluminum lines, joints, seals with plastic lines and validated this transformation process through thermal and structural analysis

Project Lead for replacement and optimization of Mufflers on IHX with Plastic Silencers and validated this transformation process through acoustic analysis to meet the OEM targets.

June2016- OCT2016 Design Engineer Tesla Palo Alto California

Worked on Chassis Dynamic Group, Conceptualized, Designed, Optimized and Analyzed plastic parts through FEA Analysis Carrier Bracket and Main Bracket of Compressor ASM on brakes, Chassis for TESLA model 3 Program.

Conceptualized compressor Assembly package including, Main Bracket, Cover Carrier Compressor Bracket, Temperature Sensor, Electric wires, Connectors, Power Battery Cables, Thermal Lines, Intake Tube and Drive Unit

Designed for manufacturing Cover Carrier Bracket including Draft angles,Ribs and other molding specifications and created the final engineering drawing for manufacturing and quality check fixture including GD&T

Designed different Snap Fit features to route the Temperature Sensor and Electric Wires

Optimized the Cover Carrier Bracket Of Compressor Assembly through FEA analysis in order to light weight and meet the Stiffness target, Strength target and Dynamic Inertia target

Tested and 3d printed the actual parts before starting manufacturing

Sept2011-MAR2016 CAE Engineer, Design Engineer Ford Dearborn Michigan

PROJECT CD6 FORD FUSION Steering Module Rubber Isolators: Performed CAE,FEA Analysis of Modal Analysis, Frequencies of Vibrations, Steady State Dynamic Modal and Steady State Dynamic Direct Analysis On Rubber Isolator ASM of Hydrobuster on Steering Module for CD6 Program Ford Fusion

Evaluated through CAE, FEA Analysis in Abaqus the stability of Viscoelasticity material model of Rubber Isolators to the given coefficients from Test data for three different Temperatures

PROJECT D554 FORD LINKOLN Front Strut : Performed CAE analysis of Modal Analysis, Frequencies of Vibrations, Steady State Dynamic Modal and Steady State Dynamic Direct Analysis For the ASM of TMD Tuned Mass Damper for Front Strut for D554 Program

Performed CAE, FEA Stress Analysis based on road loads for welded bracket of the ASM of TMD Tuned Mass Damper for Front Strut for D554 Program

PROJECT CD6 FORD FUSION Rear Suspension and Subframe : Led and conceptualized the strategy for CAE, FEA analyses of Rear Suspension components, subsystems and main assembly of Rear Suspension and Subframe with all Flexible and all Rigid elements on CD6 Ford Fusion Program utilizing nonlinear finite element methods using Abaqus, AFC Abaqus for Catia, MSC-ADAMS Chassis, Catia and Matlab

Created Mesh Weld Connections for all subframe elements and created all Connectors between Knuckle, LCA, UCA, Toe and Subframe at hardpoints location with Bushing stiffness values also created hybrid mesh, boundary conditions, properties and applied loads.

Performed CAE, FEA Analysis in upper level main assembly in order to get the angle values for Knuckle, LCA, UCA and TOE,to build the contribution chart of these elements in the Compliance of Camber and Caster angle

Analyzed the results of graphics angle values for Camber, Caster and Toe and create the General Excel File for compare with ADAMS values. Determined stress distribution along critical areas, evaluated the results and decided changes in Geometry, Hardpoints, Spring or Bushing rates in order to meet the targets. Analyzed displacements and forces at hardpoints and compare with target values and real values of bushing rates used in test vehicle and based on this analysis propose changes. Created Power Point report presentation. Reports were archived for future reference.

Led CAE, FEA analyses in component level for the Knuckle, LCA Lower Control Arm, UCA Upper Control Arm, Toe, which consist on creating the FEA model, mesh, boundary conditions, applied loads, run FEA analysis and calculate stiffness for Ford Fusion, Ford Focus and Audi A6

Analyzed the results, determined stress distribution along critical areas, compare targets, provided design geometry changes to improve stiffness and lower the weight, documented the results in excel file and create PowerPoint report presentation. Reports were archived for future reference.

Created the reverse engineering design file from scan data for Knuckle and LCA of Audi A6 parts

Provided input in the creation of component specification, Compliance Cascade Process

Implemented a CAE Analysis Study for Knuckle Optimization of stiffness and lower weight, provided design changes, created report which was archived for future reference.

Implemented a CAE Analysis study for the contribution of subframe in Camber and Caster angles Compliance, by changing subframe thickness and build the graphic.

Utilized multi-body dynamic modeling software MSC ADAMS Chassis in order to get animation, graphics and report file, making changings and update results.

Participated and presented the CAE Analysis files and proposed design changes in weekly meetings of Subframe Design, Rear Suspension Design, Compliance Cascade Process and SME

Demonstrated ability in roles requiring high levels of technical communication and interpretation of analytical results to Design Engineers and Technical Management

PROJECT BODY CD 6 Ford Fusion : Conceptualized and designed the study for unification and creation of B pillar inner from two existing parts from B pillar Lower center Reinforcement and Upper center Reinforcement

Conceptualized and designed the Cast Node mate flange with inner B pillar and with outer B pillar

Conceptualized and designed the hydroforming tubs due to new ideas of CSM Crash System Management studies under side crash test analysis.

Conceptualized and designed the hydroforming tubs mating flanges with the Cast Node created

Created the mesh files and the Power Point Presentation and saved files in Ford TCE Team Center Engineering

PROJECT CLOSURES V363 CARGO VAN: Designed on Closures Group for Ford Program V363 Cargo Van, Low Wheel Base, from FC3 scan surface studio data, on rear cargo doors

Conceptualized, created Master Sections, J Plane Seal Surfaces and AB surfaces for rear doors

Designed, updated the inner rear cargo door surfaces and designed 3D parts based on those surfaces

Conceptualized and designed assembly study files for packaging of Hinges, Wedges and Latch assemblies, due to space requirements and VOP Vehicle Occupant Packaging and Restraints,

Updated all rear cargo door files due to changes and saving in Ford TCE Team Center Engineering

Apr2011- Sept2011 KBE Design Engineer CTC Chrysler Group LLC Michigan

Developed and applied Knowledge Base Engineering (KBE) based study and part templates in CATIA V5 based on Chrysler Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Coordinated with other vehicle systems to document SOPs and developed consistent vehicle level relationships which include component systems for theme feasibility and for production release.

Worked in Advanced Vehicle Engineering department, AVE in Vehicle Occupant Packaging and Restraints, Safety group on positioning and validating Passenger Air Bag, Knee Air Bag and FMVSS IP 201 Head Impact for programs: Jeep, Chrysler, KL, UT, UF, MM, MA and RU

Sep2010-Mar2011 Design Engineer Fisker Automotive California

Created draft analysis for pull die direction process for interiors and exteriors

Checked surfaces due to geometry standards, file numbers and proper revisions, and managed files in Share Point, and then transferred and managed in Smart Team Enovia

Managed, conceptualized and implemented, the Release process from parts level until top level of large assemblies level, from Catia V5 R19 into Smart Team Enovia

Checked parts and assemblies for conformity cooperating with other engineering departments

Sep2007-Aug2010 CAE Engineer Design Engineer Subcontractor Toronto

Created CAE Analysis for components and assembly level of landing gear and calculated stiffness and strength utilizing Catia Elfini Fea Simulations

Analyzed CAE analysis results and made recommendations for changes or modification

and created analysis report files and Power Point presentations.

Designed parts, assemblies, fixtures for producing parts for airframe structure and instrument panel for Bombardier plant 3 Dorval QC, Boeing, Canadair, Vought, DRS, L3-Com, IAI Israeli Aerospace Industries, Spar and Arnprior Aerospace

Aug2006-Sep2007 Product Design Engineer Litens Automotive Toronto

Designed product prototype of VXI Plastic Intake Manifold for V6 Mercedes Benz, Audi V6, V8, Phoenix of Chrysler including Lowers, Inlet, Bottom Shell, Blades, Teflon and Elastomer Seals from concept idea to finished product

Optimized through CAE analysis in order to reduce weight by %18 to meet the target for these components, created the report file, propose design changes and create PowerPoint presentation

Conceptualized Designed Holding Fixture Project for testing New Mechanism used in VXI Intake Manifolds which determined the most effective mechanism from concept idea to finished product

Conceptualized and Designed the project for Flowbench Adapter Fixture Test for Audi V8 Intake Manifold, from concept idea to finished product

Conceptualized and Designed the project for Sensor Adapter Test Assembly for Volkswagen from concept idea to finished product

Sep.2005-Jul.2006 Product Design Engineer Dana Corporation Pennsylvania

Successfully designed on Structural Group for Toyota Tundra 190L and 200L projects on chassis

Designed assemblies, subassemblies and 3D models of chassis including five crossmembers, two side rails and created 3D weldments attached to those assemblies

Conceptualized and implemented new engineering drawings of assemblies, 3D models and updated to latest revision, applying GD&T, ASME Y14.5, BOM, welding and manufacturing standards

Designed blank and nest to 3D models using Fast Form and implemented PDM for attaching drawings and 3D models files and taking EWO and DTR

Sep.2003Aug.2005 Design Engineer Subcontractor Michigan

Designed in assemblies, tools, dies, parts and fixtures for customers as Toyota and Ford

Designed holding fixtures for different prototypes of roof rear frame of Ford Focus.

Designed 20 different projects from a sample pad concept to final assembly, for manufacturing of brake pads which competitively met market demands

Experienced at both hands on design and overseeing technical aspect of project.

Jul.1999-Sep.2003 Design Engineer Subcontractor Toronto

Designed in Catia V5 & Mastercam product assemblies, parts, tools, dies and holding fixtures

Designed and programmed elements of transmission system of motorcycle "Api Big Brute V-twin" including house of transmission, hubs, brake pads houses and other parts

Designed and programmed holding fixtures for producing parts for General Motors and John Deere using standards CSA, GD&T, ASME Y14.5, ANSI, QS9000

Sep 1992 - Jul 1999 Design Engineer Nerkev Ltd. Albania

Collaborated in engineering team in development of products, specifications and designing methods

Designed and optimized prototype components for Cut Down and Saw Electric machines

Developed, improved and new designs for automotive structural members chassis, rear suspension, engines and transmission components as gears, shafts and axes. Created design alternatives by modifying component geometries.

Developed engineering design projects for Heat Generators, Heat Exchangers, Ventilation Devices including engineering design calculations, material selections, created engineering designs for manufacturing, inspection and quality control.

PROFESSIONAL ADVANCEMENT

Ford Training: ABAQUS Training: Abaqus Standard, Abaqus Explicit, Advanced Abaqus Contact and

Convergence, AFC Abaqus For Catia, MSC-ADAMS Chassis, ANSA all levels, Isight, Optistruct, Fe-Safe, Ford C3P NG, TCE Team Center Engineering Integration for Catia,

Magna Training:

GD&T, ASME Y14.5, FMEA: Failure Mode Effect Analysis, SPC: Statistical Process Control,

Process Plan and Manufacturing Design

Catia V5 Advanced Workbenches FEA: Generative Structural Analysis, Advanced Meshing Tools,

Knowledgeware, Catia Macros, DMU, Sheet Metal Design, Generative Sheet Metal Design,

CERTIFICATIONS

2005 CATIA Certified Professional from Dassault Systemes:

Certified CATIA V5R12Part Design Specialist, Certified CATIA V5R12Assembly Design Specialist,

Certified CATIA V5R12Surface Design Specialist.

EDUCATION

2005-Present Master of Science Study in Eastern Michigan University

CAE Engineering Technology, Ypsilanti, Michigan, USA

1986-1991 B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering, Polytechnic University of Tirana, Albania

(Evaluated as equivalent to B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering by WES and University of Toronto, Canada)

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