Gayatri Lekshminarayanan

*** ********* **., ***. ***, Rochester Hills, MI-48309 248-***-**** ac62ck@r.postjobfree.com

www.linkedin.com/in/gayatri-lekshminarayanan-19283391

SUMMARY

An entry-level Mechanical Engineer with problem solving, analytical and communication skills with the proven capability to multi-task in fast-paced environments ensuring timely completion of projects without compromising quality (QTC Targets). A diploma holder in AutoCAD with hands-on design and design review experience while working as a Project Engineer. Interested in pursuing an engaging position to demonstrate skills enhanced through years of engineering background.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Programming Languages: C, C++, Matlab.

Software Applications: AutoCAD, ProE/Creo Parametric, ANSYS Workbench, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project

Operating Systems: Windows 95 through 10

EDUCATION

Oakland University, Rochester, MI Expected Graduation: December 2018

Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering (Current GPA: 3.6/4)

Sri Chandrasekharendra Saraswathi Viswa Mahavidyalaya (SCSVMV University), TN, India May 2014

Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering (GPA: 3.9/4)

COURSE PROJECTS

Designed an automatic loading system to load a container on a cart, performed FEA analysis using ANSYS Workbench.

Performed a case study on Electrohydraulic forming for sheet metals.

Conducted a case study on Homogeneous Charge Combustion Ignition (HCCI) Engines.

Designed a Photo-Voltaic (PV) System (2.24 kW) to cover entire annual electric load of a home. Estimated the long-term cost savings and payback using MS Excel.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Graduate Research Assistant January 2018 to Present

Oakland University, Department of Mechanical Engineering

Developed a silica gel bead based desiccant dehumidification system for energy efficient air-conditioning. (Co-authored a paper for ASHRAE)

Conducted experiments on a Hollow fiber membrane module to establish dehumidification rates for possible integration into a HVAC system for purposes of latent load reduction. (Currently writing a paper for the journal of membrane sciences).

Reviewed design verification plan and reported (DVP&R) to ESD and DTE.

Participant of DTE’s E-challenge Project (an inter-university competition), representing Oakland University.

Assistant Engineer - Projects June 2014 to June 2016

Baroda Equipment and Vessels Pvt. Ltd., Vadodara, Gujarat, India

(Baroda Equipment and Vessels Pvt. Ltd. is a static process plant equipment manufacturer in India)

Coordinated multiple projects from raw material procurement to final product testing and dispatch (totaling $3M+).

Single point of contact for clients: Air Products(UK), Albemarle(USA), Howden Thomassen Compressors(Netherlands).

Successful on-time delivery of 100% project equipment with adherence to quality specifications and budgeting.

Reviewed product design drawings for adherence to engineering principles, company standards, customer contract requirements, and related specifications.

Formulated project schedules and risk mitigation plans to identify bottle necks, potential complications and adverse impacts before they had the chance to occur.

Collaborated with Senior Managers to hit key business goals and define project roadmaps.

Prepared scope matrix and contract work orders for sub contract jobs.

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

Associate Member of Institution of Engineers (India)- Membership No.: AM155539-4

ASME Student Member (2010 – present)

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