Mechanical Engineer

VINAY VIJAYAKUMAR

+1-313-***-**** **** SW **TH STREET, Gainesville, FL-32608 ***********@*****.*** SUMMARY

Mechanical Engineer seeking a full-time position in a Design, Manufacturing or Product Development role where I can make a positive impact on the success of a dynamic organization. Possess a strong inclination towards problem solving and proficiency in 3D modeling using SolidWorks. More than a year of research experience with multiple research labs and 2 years of work experience with India’s leading motorbike manufacturing company. EDUCATION

Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering Dec 2017 University of Florida, Gainesville (GPA: 3.66/4)

Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering May 2013 National Institute of Technology, Rourkela (GPA: 7.99/10) SKILLS

Solid Modeling CAD: SOLIDWORKS, CATIA, AUTOCAD Technical: Design, FEA, Thermal Design, GD&T, DFMEA Software: ABAQUS, MATLAB, MS OFFICE Soft Skills: Adaptability, Conflict Resolution, Team Work Relevant courses: Metal Machining and Automation, Primary Production Processes, Machine Design, Advanced FEA WORK EXPERIENCE

HERO MOTO CORP Ltd., Coimbatore, India July 2013-Aug 2015 Territory Manager

o Investigated and resolved technical glitches through root cause analysis. Implemented Standard Operating Procedures in the dealership and improved it through Kaizen. o Inspected, documented and reported technical issues through the Vehicle Technical Report. Collaborated with Product Monitoring Group to identify the source and remedy for the defect. Graduate Engineer Trainee (G.E.T)

o Compiled a preventive maintenance checklist using failure mode analysis for a multi-spindle CNC machine – VIGEL. o Calculated the stiffness and damping characteristics of the rear shock absorber though Peak Velocity Pickoff tests. HINDUSTAN AERONAUTICS LIMITED, Odisha, India May 2012-July 2012 Mechanical Engineering Intern

o Carried out a project on “Manufacturing Process of High-Pressure Turbine Rotor Blades of Sukhoi Engine.” Studied the process layout, heat treatment methods, and inspection techniques. o Gained an insight into Lean Manufacturing principles like Total Productive Maintenance employed throughout the assembly, manufacturing and overhauling units.

FORMULA-SAE, Odisha, India Oct 2011-March 2013

Team Member (2011-12)/Captain (2012-13)

o Engineered the Suspension and Steering system as a member of the “Road Runner” team of NIT Rourkela. o Created 3D CAD SOLIDWORKS models of suspension mounts and a-arms. Analyzed the suspension and steering system dynamics with ADAMS utilizing vehicle dynamics knowledge. o Led the team to secure 3rd in skid-pad test and 6th in Engineering Design out of a total 65 teams participating in the final event held at Buddha International Circuit(B.I.C.), Greater Noida. RELEVANT PROJECTS

Advanced FEA Course Project II, University of Florida March 2017-April 2017 o Simulated the deep-drawing process of sheet metal using shell (S4) & solid element for two different binder forces. Analyzed Von Mises stress distribution and total deformation for the punch down and spring-back process. o Impact: Validated the differences in post spring-back deformation behavior and blank shape for the binder forces. Advanced FEA Course Project I: University of Florida Feb 2017-March 2017 o Modelled an engine rubber gasket to determine material parameters based on test results. Performed non-linear Finite Element Analysis and convergence analysis for correct mesh size. o Impact: Optimized the performance by modifying the gasket design. Achieved uniform contact pressure distribution.

Component Testing, R&D – Hero MotoCorp Ltd. Sept 2013-Oct 2013 o Investigated the stiffness and damping characteristics of front fork and rear cushion of 4 different motorbike models. Conducted Peak Velocity Pickoff (PVP) tests and examined the composite graphs generated. o Impact: Examined the difference in damping performance of the gas reservoir system (grs) enabled shock absorber as compared to the non-grs shock absorber