ANKIT PATEL

**** ********** ******* **, *********, NC – 28262 ac4jtb@r.postjobfree.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patelankitp6492 (980) 333 – 3364

Summary

Analytical, quality-oriented achiever with substantial training, skills and background necessary to perform a wide range of mechanical engineering projects from conception to completion. Consistent in maintaining quality assurance during projects and a deadline-driven focus which ensures projects are completed within the stipulated timeline.

Professional Experience

Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic in U.S. Army Reserves (09/2017 – 03/2018)

oTest drive vehicles and test components and systems, using infrared engine analyzers and computerized diagnostic devices, and replace the faulty part in the vehicles

Mechanical Drafter at Pro-Refrigeration, Inc. (NC, US) (02/2017 – 09/2017)

oDesigned sheet metal enclosures for the refrigeration unit over SOLIDWORKS

oWorked closely with the shop to identify when a part required a change for proper fit prior to being made

oWrote programs for laser cutting using BOBCAD program and metal punching turret

oCreated structural frame designs for the different units being manufactured

oCreated electrical wiring and conduit routing designs for different refrigeration units over SOLIDWORKS

oDesigned and build electrical control panels for machines, thus reducing the time and increasing the efficiency

Skills Used: AutoCAD, SolidWorks, BobCAD, CNC Programming, Product Development

Product Engineer at Tirth Agro Technologies Pvt. Ltd. (INDIA) (07/2014 – 06/2015)

oProduced detailed mechanical engineering documentation and drawings illustrating new product design and improvements to existing products

oModeled and assembled newly designed products, generated Bill of Materials (BOM) while working closely with vendors during the production of prototyped units

oCreated process sheet for line-up vehicles and organized, commissioned and maintained the production line

oMade sure the vehicles satisfied the CMVR (Central Motor Vehicle Rules) and the IS (Indian Standards)

Skills Used: AutoCAD, SOLIDWORKS, Lean Production, CNC Programming, Product Development

Formula Student Racing - FSAE (Orion Racing, INDIA) (07/2011 – 08/2013)

oManaged a team of five to design, analyze and manufacture chassis of the race car along with the suspension system

oImproved the previous design of the fuel tank by simulating the fuel flow under different conditions, thus reducing the weight of fuel tank by 10%

oSimulated static, dynamic and thermal analysis over ANSYS and manufactured the components within set tolerances

oAccurately analyzed the specific capabilities of the race car – with tests including: braking system skid-pad tests, engine power and torque, accelerated endurance, ride and handling evaluations, emissions

Skills Used: AutoCAD, SOLIDWORKS, CREO, ANSYS, Susprog3D, GD&T, Vehicle Testing

Academic Projects

V6 Twin-turbocharged DOHC Diesel Engine (01/2016 – 05/2016)

oDesigned a 3.0L v6 twin-turbocharged diesel engine from scratch. Determined the engine for vibration, stability, power and torque and other factors. Developed a basic engine layout and documented the design based on customer needs, marketing requirements with sufficient depth (calculation, assumptions, base dimensions) that the concept engine could be assigned to a design team to begin detailed design

Methods to Enhance Heat Transfer – Compact Heat Exchanger (08/2013 – 06/2014)

oDesigned, manufactured and tested a flat tube-fin type of Compact Heat Exchanger (CHE) to use it in the Formula Race Car, thus reducing the space and overall weight of the car and attained 12% higher heat transfer rate as compared to the old heat exchanger

Education

University of North Carolina at Charlotte, Charlotte, North Carolina, US (12/2016)

Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering GPA: 3.6

University of Mumbai, Mumbai, INDIA (06/2014)

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering GPA: 3.2