Engineer Design

ZEESHAN AHMED

**** ******** ******, *******, *** 1B4. Ontario. CANADA

Phone: cell 313-***-****, E-mail: *******@*****.***; *******@*******.***

OBJECTIVE

To obtained a CAE/FEA Engineer position. Which requires dynamic, and team

spirited driven Mechanical engineer, who offers specialized knowledge of

finite element analysis. I am highly knowledgeable in Ls-dyna, HyperMesh,

PRIMER and ANSA particularly in vehicle crashworthiness and thermo sonic

modeling. I also have proven skill and hand on experience with R&D of new

generation Electric Vehicles.

PROFILE

. Simulate full frontal crash analysis including (USNCAP,EURONCAP, IIHS-

deformable barrier, and small overlap test).

. Simulate angular load cases for fuel and electrical safety certification

. Simulate rear impact event (FMVSS-301 fuel system integrity)

. Simulate side Impact scenarios including (US-NCAP,IIHS)

. Simulate and run FMVSS-216 roof crush/ Roll over protection.

. Simulate and run seat assembly/seat belt PULL test (FMVSS 207/210).

. Hand on experience to work with Electric Vehicles.

. Two years experience of working at infrared imaging laboratory at Wayne

State University, Detroit. MI. USA for the finite element modeling of non-

destructive testing

. Work as a laboratory instructor in Mechanical and materials testing

laboratory at NED University. Performed hardness tests, tensile strength

tests, compressive strength tests, and determination of spring back of

materials

. Independently study and modified Ford F800 Single unit Truck, and also

simulation its full frontal crash according to FMVSS-208 by using Ls-Dyna,

Hypermesh, Hyperview and Ls-post. .

. CFD meshing experience using ANSA.

. Excellent knowledge of FEA thermal and structural analysis.

. In depth understanding of Mechanics of materials, including composites up

to advanced level.

. Use ABAQUS, Hypermesh, and Ls dyna for FE Analysis of an automotive and

structural components

. Adaptive, quick learner and energetic to face any challenges in the

projects. Provides technical support by providing information and answers

to other departments.

. Develop models by completing design analysis and calculations. Evaluating

options by performing FEA techniques

. One year experience in Energy conservation and auditing

. One year experience in Energy/mass balancing

. Excellent knowledge of FEA thermal and structural analysis.

. Basic understanding and ability to learn the PFD's and P&ID's.

. 2 years hand on experience with power point, Excel, and word

. Basic understanding of ASME Y14.5 drawing standard and Geometric

Dimensioning & Tolerancing

. Basic understanding of Implementing a new process or framework for New

Product Development

. Write technical reports for engineering and management personnel.

. Formal training cortication of Pro-Engineer, Unigraphics NX, Team

Centre, LSDYNA and ANSA

. Attained fifth position in my undergraduate class out of 160

students

. Willing to relocate and start immediately.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Product Development & Crash Analysis Engineer for Electric Vehicle --

(Since Jun 2013)

At GreenTech Automotive Inc, Tunica, MS, USA

. Developed full vehicle detailed CAE models for crash analysis, which

include vehicle structure, vehicle interior, occupant & restraints

system, fuel system, etc

. Perform CAE simulations by using LS-DYNA software to evaluate full

vehicle crashworthiness performance for high speed Frontal, Side, and

Rear impacts

. Simulate FMVSS 210 and ECE R14 "Standard for seating systems and seat

belt assembly anchorages"

. Lead and support design team for the development of Crashworthiness

structure for new products

. Responsible for future design & development of HV battery pack

structure (retaining, protecting, and enabling cooling and electrical

connections of battery cells within HV battery system. Additional

responsibilities are to ensure battery pack meet SAE J2464 (battery

drop test from 2m height) test targets.

. Identify how to define key vehicle system requirements and select and

size system components that best meet those requirements

. Use analytical simulation and crash test results, generate

technical/design solutions that meet vehicle crashworthiness

performance targets outlined in the Vehicle Technical Specifications

(VTS) in a timely manner.

. Additional responsibilities Include, Modeling new CAD models modified

exiting model, Create drawing with appropriate GD&T scheme, Create

assemblies by using NX 8.0

. Also working as a design release engineer for multiple section of

vehicles (Body & structure, Interior, closure, and Hardware)

Crash & Safety CAE Engineer - (Jan 2012 to May 2013)

At Honda Research & Development America, Raymond, Ohio. USA

. Perform Simulation for IIHS SOT (Small overlap test) and evaluate

vehicle structure performance on basis of that.

. Perform Simulation for IIHS ODB overlap test and evaluate vehicle

structure performance on basis of that.

. Build IP stiffness test method for HONDA current vehicles and

future products.

. Provide assistance and guidance to the design teams to identify and

resolve structural issues arise by using CAE Tools.

. Use CAE tools to simulate the physics of the problem by building

FEA model to produce efficient and accurate results.

. Conduct full vehicle safety CAE evaluations to meet and improve the

FMVSS and third party regulations.

. Provide corrective action to resolve the problem.

. Document problem, procedure, analysis and results

. Recommend engineering design changes to improve robustness of

design concepts

. Improve analysis tools, processes and methods used within the

organization

Crash & Safety Engineer-- (Dec 2010 to Jan 2012)

At Chrysler- Technical Plaza-Auburn, MI. USA

. Perform finite element analyses using LSDyna to determine vehicle

performance for roof strength and front, side, and rear

impact scenarios

. Work with the design and development teams to come up with

structural and restraint system enablers to improve vehicle

performance

. Use PRIMER, ANSA and HyperMesh to build full vehicle system crash

models and post-process results.

. Intensive experience and hand on experience with new generation

electric cars.

. Use advanced CAE modeling techniques to ensure vehicles passed

newly implemented FMVSS 305 (Electric Powered

Vehicles Electrolyte Spillage and Electrical Shock Protection)

regulatory requirements

VSAS -Vehicle Synthesis Analysis and Simulation Engineer-- (May 2010 to Nov

2010)

At General Motors -Vehicle Technical Center-Warren, MI. USA

. The development of a strategic tool for the CAE modeling of spot

weld. which incorporate the behaviour of spot welds in

crash simulation, including the failure mode, strength of

weld, and deformation rate.

. Deign and developed a new torsion test approach for automotive

industry, which accounting for the in-plane rotation

mode of the pot weld.

. Releases advance product components and/or line of products

. Development of material strength property database for crash

simulation and analysis

. Coordinates the design analysis and Modeling of automotive components

. Provides technical direction to support personnel

. Coordinates test and development programs for newly introduced

pre hardened steel.

. Coordinates engineering projects with other departments and

divisions.

CAE Engineer - (Sep 2008-Dec 2008)

At ESI group Bloomfield-Michigan. USA - Onsite engineer at EDAG

. Simulate crash analysis by using ANSA, Hypermesh, and Ls-Dyna

. Doing CFD analysis by using star CD, also generate meshing and

modified design using ANSA.

Research Assistant (Since Jan. 2007-Aug 2008)

At Institute of Manufacturing Research at Wayne State University, Detroit

48202, MI. USA.

. Finite Element modeling using LS-DYNA of a crack heating mechanisms,

during sonic infrared imaging (A new Non-destructive evaluation

technique with funding from FAA and US Air Force)

. Work with different parameters and dimensions, which would validate

more closely to experimental results.

. Occasional presentation of my work progress to research committee.

EDUCATION

. Master in Mechanical Engineering from Wayne State University, Detroit.

Michigan. USA (Aug, 2009)

(Major with Crashworthiness, Finite Element analysis, and composites

Mechanics)

. Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering from N.E.D University of Engineering &

Technology, Karachi, Pakistan (2000-2005)

(Major with Design of mechanical systems, power plant engineering and

manufacturing processes)

Official Training

. Blast Simulation Training held in Bio Engineering Center at Wayne

State University, Detroit, MI. USA.

. ANSA Training held on Beta CAE System USA, Inc at Farmington Hills,

MI. USA.

CAE/FEA Skills

1. Complete Understanding of ANSA 13.15, 13.22, 14 and ANSA 15

2. Complete Understanding of META post

3. Complete Understanding of Altair Hyper Mesh and Hyperview 7.0 (2D &

3D)

1. Complete Understanding of Altair HyperView 7.0

1. PRIMER V10, V10.2, V11.0

1. LS-DYNA (970, 971)

2. LS-POST

PROJECT

Design for Energy Conservation Using Energy Audit of Natural Gas

Purification Plant (PAKISTAN PETROLEUM LTD). This project includes

. Identifications of points where energy can being transfer from system

to atmosphere

. Calculate how much energy being wasted from system to environment.

. Design such a system that minimize energy loss and implement as a cost

reduction project

Research Publication

FINITE-ELEMENT MODELING OF SONIC IR IMAGING OF CRACKS IN ALUMINUM AND

TITANIUM ALLOYS

AIP Conf. Proc. -- February 28, 2008 -- Volume 975, pp. 483-490

REVIEW OF PROGRESS IN QUANTITATIVE NONDESTRUCTIVE EVALUATION: 34th Annual

Review of Progress in Quantitative Nondestructive Evaluation;

DOI:10.1063/1.2902700

PROFESSIONAL INTERNSHIPS

Trainee energy audit Engineer, PAKISTAN PETROLEUM ENGINEER June-Aug

2004

. Calculated energy cost savings and simple paybacks for each proposed

upgrade.

. Estimate the implementation and start-up costs based on quotes from

contractors of the customer's choice.

. Establish a baseline against which to compare future improvements

Internship as a Trainee Engineer, ASIA PETROLEUM LIMITED Dec 2003 -

Jan 2004

. Coordinates activities of workers engaged in operating and maintaining

main-line pump station

. Schedules maintenance and repair of pumps, engines, generators, and

corrosion-mitigation and pneumatic-

Control Equipment.

Internship as a Manufacturing Engineer, Pakistan Machine Tool Factory

(PMTF) Jun-July 2003,

. Plan and design plant layouts and facilities

. Conduct studies and implement programs to determine optimum inventory

levels for production and to allow

. Conduct studies of the reliability and performance of plant

facilities, and production or administrative systems.

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