Mechanical Engineering Engineer

KALPESH MALPANI

**** ****** ***** **., **** Bloomfield, MI 48322

682-***-**** **************@*****.*** https://www.linkedin.com/in/kalpeshmalpani

EDUCATION

University of Texas at Arlington 05/2017

Master of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

Coursework – Finite Element Methods/Analysis, AFEM, Automotive Engineering, Controls System Analysis, Vehicle Dynamics, Analytical Engineering and data analysis.

Arm and Gripper team member of Rovers Society.

Student Assistant at University Housing and Secretary of UTA Ambassadors, UT Arlington.

University of Pune 06/2015

Bachelor in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

Coursework – Machine Design, Automotive Technology, Mechatronics, Metallurgy, CAD/CAM Automation, Solid Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, and Manufacturing Processes.

SKILL SETS

SolidWorks – Certified Associate by Dassault Systemes (Certificate: C-Y2J6VX5L8H).

2D and 3D CAD drawing/drafting skills, AutoCAD, Catia V5, Creo, GD&T, ANSI Y14.5, FEA, SolidWorks Simulation, ANSYS, FMEA, sheet metal, metal fabrication, lean manufacturing technique, MATLAB, Microsoft Office, interpersonal, communication, management skills.

Multilingual, basic level knowledge of Spanish and German languages.

EXPERIENCE

Mechanical Design Engineer Intern 10/2014 to 03/2015

Planet Ford Pune, India

Worked on a commercial project for the development of neighboring community.

Analyzed the design of a frame, pedaling system and modified wheel diameter to 25 inches using Creo. Achieved to get 1350 RPM of an alternator which produced 12.5 V.

Eliminated the tire and used a wheel as a pulley, to connect an alternator using the V-belt to fit around.

Achieved to reduce overall cost of project by 15%.

Project Engineer Associate 08/2014 to 05/2015

Armament Research & Development Establishment (ARDE) Pune, India

Responsible for product design – modelling of parts and assembly in CATIA V5R16 and CAE analysis of critical component such as detonator using ANSYS Workbench 14.5 (Static Structural)

Performed theoretical analysis and DFMEA to optimize design of detonator and firing pin, to undergo minimum deformation under set tolerance limits.

Supported the selection of material, fabrication and prepared a brief design report.

Achieved size reduction, cost reduction and assessed tolerance of prototype hardware.

PROJECTS

Modeling a Motorcycle Engine 01/2017 to 02/2017

Designed Flywheel, connection rod, piston and sprocket. Experimented using unconventional materials on modeled components and assembled those using SolidWorks.

Achieved fatigue analysis test results with ANSYS Workbench and understood the material behavior.

FSAE Team chassis design 08/2013 to 03/2015

Worked as a Design Team Associate at STES Formula SAE Team. Worked on a chassis, by selecting steel tubes of 2mm for hoop and shoulder bar, compiling wheelbase of 1600mm and track width of approximately 1200mm at front and rear. Modified rack and pinion steering gears.

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