DHYEY PATEL, M.ENG
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PROFILE
Competent Master of Mechanical Engineering with vital experience as a Junior Design Engineer and strong background in 3D parametric modelling, cutting-edge CAD tools. Detail oriented individual with fine time management skills, strong organizing skills and work well with deadlines.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
1+ years of experience in design, development and modelling using CAD tools (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, PROe-Creo, sound academic knowledge of Catia & Revit(Part-modelling, Assembly, 3D- Modelling))
Knowledge of standard automotive components, Familiar with Design for Manufacturability & Assembly (DFMA), GD&T, Blueprint reading, Design Failure mode effect analysis (DFMEA)
Hands on experience with planning and managing projects.
Sound knowledge of Manufacturing and Fabrication processes such as Casting, Injection molding, Extrusion, Metal stamping, Punching, Spinning, Bending, Welding techniques and CNC/Lathe machining
Strong ability with common hand tools, machine tools and common measurement tools and techniques
Experience in implementation of Lean tools (VSM, Kanban, 5S, RCA, MODAPTS) to improve productivity
Proficient in usage of Microsoft suite (Word, Power Point, Access, Outlook, Project, Excel)
Highly motivated and self-directed individual with acute analytical and problem solving skills
ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS
Master of Engineering (Mechanical) May-2016 to August-2017
University of Windsor, Ontario
Bachelor of Engineering (Automotive) June-2011 to May-2015 Gujarat Technological University, Ahmedabad, India
WORK EXPERIENCE
Junior Mechanical Engineer June-2015 to April-2016
Manoj Industries, Anand, India
(A pioneer in designing tools & Dies, providing manufacturing solutions, product design and Die Design)
Designed & developed tools, jigs and fixtures (gear shafts, coupling, distance piece, gears, sprocket, housing) using SolidWorks with drafting and proper detailing for clients
Managed engineering documents such as 2D design layouts, project scheduling, process flow diagrams
Generated & modify Bill of Material(BOM) for assembly and out purchasing
Demonstrated GD&T, stress analysis reports using simulation tool
Participated in design review process & manufacturing flow process with initial design team and clients
Worked with cross functional departments – quality, maintenance and project management to drive product development & review tooling satisfaction
Trainee-Engineer (co-op) June-2013 to May-2014
Akaish Mechatronics Privet LTD. (ELECON Group of Industries) Aanad, India
(A leading firm with more than 30 years of experience in manufacturing of different types of gears)
Assisted Senior Engineers with development and maintenance of equipment for manufacturing of Gears
Prepared 2D & 3D drawings of different components
Learned Quality Management system- APQP, PPAP, FMEA
Learned and educated with co-workers and operators in manufacturing and CNC machine operation
ACADEMIC PROJECTS
Lean Manufacturing Implementation – To Improve the Productivity of Process (Narmco Group of Industry)
University of Windsor, Ontario
Implemented lean tools and techniques (5S, Ishiqawa diagram, 5 why’s, MODAPTS and Kaizen) for the root cause analysis and eliminate non-value added activities (NVA)
Formulated future state VSM with pull production system, production and withdrawal Kanban system and reduced Work-In Process (WIP) inventories
Reduced the lead time of the process and achieved productivity by 10%
3D-Modelling of V6 engine
University of Windsor, Ontario
Design and Assembled different parts of V6 Engine using SolidWorks
Perform motion study of engine and generated static stress analysis as well as the thermal analysis of camshaft and piston
Created and maintained engine parts database in SolidWorks Enterprise
Solving the problem of starting motor of Industrial Fork Lift (Akaish Mechatronics Privet LTD. (ELECON Group of Industries))
Gujarat Technological University, Ahmedabad, India
Detailed analysis of connections of starting motor, engine and alternator
Removed the fix mounting part of the alternator and design a “S” shape key path for the alternator mounting so it can travel on that point as the timing belt loosens
Management approved on manufacturing the initial designed part and conducted test with successful results
Rejection Analysis of Casting of Gearbox and Compressor Casings (FINE CAST PVT.LTD. ANAND, INDIA)
Gujarat Technological University, Ahmedabad, India
Detailed study of major and minor defects of casting process
Applied Failure Mode and Effect Analysis on different casting process
Prepared a comparison report of RPN values
Proposed to change some of the casting process methods for better results
ADDITIONAL/VOLUNTEERED EXPERIENCE
Active member of SAE(Society of Automotive Engineers)
Participated in SAE BAJA (Solar Vehicle manufacturing)organized by SAE in 2015 (worked in Design and Fabrication departments of team)
Participated in SAE BAJA (All-Terrain Vehicle manufacturing)organized by SAE in 2015 (worked in Design and Fabrication departments of team)
PUBLICATIONS
Resolving a starting problem of forklift – A Technical Research
-Issued in IJSTE(an international journal), volume 2, Issue 9, March-2016
Rejection analysis of casting of Gearbox and Compressor casing – A Research Analysis
-Issued in IJSTE(an international journal), volume 2, Issue 11, May-2016
REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST