VIPUL BAGGA
Chicago, IL *****
ac7v47@r.postjobfree.com
https://vbagga1.wixsite.com/vipulbagga
Self-driven, reliable and a diligent personality with two years of engineering experience focused on calibration, product design and IC engines. A certified professional in Solidworks & AutoCAD with a strong background of prototyping intricate parts and providing innovative solutions. Hands on experience with diagnostics and troubleshooting for diesel engine and open to continuous learning.
SKILLS
Certifications: SolidWorks (CSWP), AutoCAD certified professional, Six sigma green belt (IASSC)
Familiar with: Inventor, Creo, CATIA V5, Pro-E, Abaqus, MATLAB, Minitab, MS Office
Firsthand experience: 3D printing, Lathe, CNC, Grinder, Miller, Welding, Drilling, hydraulics, conveyors, pneumatic tools
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
Master of Engineering in Mechanical & Aerospace May ‘18
Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago, GPA- 3.66
Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical & Automation July ‘15
Northern India Engineering College, India, GPA- 3.67
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Mechanical engineer, Advanced Engine Controls Lab., IIT - Chicago, Illinois Aug ‘17 – Present
Research to convert diesel engine into dual-fuel engine for lowering emissions
Integrated mechanical design with electrical systems for valve actuation
Calibrated pressure sensors for controlled flow of exhaust gases and charged air intake
Prototyped several parts using 3D printing to be installed for exhaust gas re-circulation loops
Setup exhaust gas analyser for emissions control
Designed & manufactured a clutch setup to transfer power to dynamo for power & torque output
Student life leader, IIT - Chicago, Illinois Aug ‘17 – May ‘18
Won the rave award for excellence in student employment services
Was the go-to conflict resolution employee at the BOG
Designed a floor plan for recreational center to increase free space by 15%
Trained fellow staff members to handle equipments and troubleshoot bowling machines
Calibration Engineer, Bagson Calibration Lab. Pvt. Ltd, India June ‘15 – July ‘16
Calibrated physical & mechanical instruments in a controlled environment
Coordinated with team members to revise calibration procedures improving calibration results
Reduced invoicing time by 20%, by reorganizing processes and reducing human interference
Intern Engine assembly, Honda, India June ‘14 – July ‘14
Worked on a fast paced assembly line for gasoline engines
Rejection control of OEM parts reducing waste by 5% in a month
Optimized assembly line, inspected manufacturing processes of several parts to decipher quality issues
Collaborated with other engineers for a lean workflow that reduced wastage by 2%
Trainee CAD Designer, Siemens PLM, India June ‘13 – July ‘13
Gained hands on experience, essentials for NX-CAD & Solid Edge Fundamentals
Designing of minor automotive sub-assemblies
RELEVANT PROJECTS
ASME Human Powered Vehicle Challenge Aug ‘17–May ‘18
Manufactured a 6-gear tadpole trike
Stress analysis performed using FEM for 2670N load from top and 1330N from side
Displacement analysis performed using FEM for max elastic deflection of 5.1 cm
International Go-Kart challenge Jan ‘15–May ‘15
Manufactured 5 speed transmission Go-Kart with rear wheel drive
Received best acceleration award leading a team of 12 students
Worked on designing and manufacturing of chain-drive power transmission system