Mechanical Design Engineer

Bharat Patel

***** ****** **, ******** ***., MI-*8312.

Cell 586-***-**** Email: **********@*******.***

EDUCATION: Master of Science Degree in International Administration – 2005

Central Michigan University, Mount Pleasant, MI.

Bachelor of Science Degree in Vehicle Design (Magna Cum Laude) - 2004

Central Michigan University, Mount Pleasant, MI.

Associate of Applied Science Degree in Vehicle Design – 1997

Macomb Community College, Warren, MI.

SUMMARY: Program Management, Liaison, Design, Packaging, Tooling-test fixtures, Layout and Detailing experience in Spacecraft, Telescope, Satellite, Military & Commercial Aircraft and Automotive fields. Experienced in designing structures (primary-secondary), composites, chassis, turbine engine, powertrain, vehicle interiors, seating systems, lighting and systems integration. Extensive background using sketcher (parametric 3D modeling), wave geometry linker, free form, sheet metal, mechanical - electrical routing, MBD – FT&A and detailing package. Familiar with FAR, FAA, NAS, AMS, ASTM, AWS, AS, SAE, MIL, FMVSS and ASME (1994-2009) specifications.

Accrued over 40,000 hours of usage:

CAD: UnigraphicsV13-NX12 (1847), Catia-V5 (Rel. 13-20), ProE (Wildfier-2/3) & AutoCad 4.

PDM: TeamCenter, Enovia, SmarTeam, Matrix, SAP, Intralink & Sherpa.

CLEARANCE: Top secret (SSBI - SCI) Active- Polygraph

EMPLOYMENT:

August 12-Present Jet Propulsion Laboratory - NASA, Pasadena, CA. (Assigned)

Mechanical Design Engineer

Spacecraft Structural Design for various programs, from concept to production.

Payload, Flight Imagery Recorder, Optical mounts – benches, Launch lock mechanism, Thermal system design, Avionics-payload packaging and Mechanical Ground Support Equipment (MGSE).

Utilize Unigraphics NX-12(1847) for parametric modeling, detailed, assembly and layouts drawings (ASME Y14.M 2009). TeamCenter V12.

June 11-August 12 Goodrich Corporation / UTC (Aircraft Nacelle Design), San Diego CA. (Assigned)

Structural Design Engineer

Design and redesign composite and metallic components to optimize weight for the Aircraft Nacelle per customer (Pratt & Whitney, Bombardier, Airbus and Mitsubishi Regional Jet,) request.

Utilize Catia V5 Rel 20 (modeling, drafting, layout and MBD) and Enovia for PDM.

Nov.10–June 11 Rolls Royce (Turbine Engine), Indianapolis, IN. (Assigned)

Mechanical Design Engineer

Design and redesign external engine components (valves, pumps, tubes-lube, bleed air etc.) brackets for the Osprey V22, H-47 Chinook, JSF - F136 and T56 Hawkeye. (Installation and Controls).

Design assembly fixture, test fixtures and MGSE supports.

Define, interpret and approve engineering/ specifications drawings.

Work with component suppliers to design and qualify-certify engine components.

Follow up discrepancy reports (DR - from MRB or quality) and issue concessions / disposition.

Provide engineering support to resolve customer issues (FAR 33.17 and AS1055 compliance).

Prepare technical engineering documentation-report, intended for FAA and the military certification.

Support supply chain initiatives and weight-cost reduction.

Facilitate teamwork between many engineering organizations and disciplines, purchasing, suppliers, and customers.

Utilize Unigraphics NX-6 for parametric modeling, detailed, assembly and layouts drawings (ASME Y14.M). TeamCenter V9 and Optegra for PLM.

Sept.09–Nov.10 Northrop Grumman (Spacecraft - Space Park), Redondo Beach, CA. (Assigned)

Structural Design Engineer

Spacecraft structures (composite and metallic), tooling and test fixtures design.

Create and update detail, assembly, layout and interface drawings (MIL STD - ASME Y14.5M).

Utilize CAD software Catia-V5 (Rel. 19) and SmarTeam, Matrix and SAP for PDM.

July 09– Sept. 09 Apple Computers (Consumer product), Cupertino, CA. (Assigned)

Product Design Engineer

Designed tooling fixture to test airflow for the workstation and MacBook-laptop.

Designed Plastic connectors (HDMI, USB, FireWire & RJ45).

Utilized Unigraphics NX-4/5 and TeamCenter V9 for PDM to created 3D math data, detailed, assembly and layouts drawings (ASME Y14.5).

August 08–July 09 BAE Systems (Ground Defense// FCS - MGV), Santa Clara, CA. (Assigned)

Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer

Technical lead on design and development of the Cockpit seating, Electro Mechanical Packaging, display mounting design and cable (power-video) routing for the displays, utilizing CAD software ProE (Wilfire 3) and Intralink 3.4 for PDM.

Designed test fixture to measure vibration and shock to the display, in accordance with system vibration and shock data.

Designed test fixture for the seating system for the drop test.

Create detail, fabrication, installation, interface and layout drawings (MIL STD - ASME Y14.5M).

Develop engineering proposals from concepts and from information gained from customer’s (DoD-General Dynamics) specifications.

Prepare test plan for product analysis to new standards/conditions and established guidelines.

Communicate with suppliers regarding materials and components required for design adaptation or modification.

Prepare engineering technical documentation for procurement, quality assurance and production.

Aug. 06–Aug. 08 Jet Propulsion Laboratory - NASA (Mars Rover – Spacecraft), Pasadena, CA. (Assigned)

Structural Design Engineer

Lead designer for the entire Parachute Closeout Cone Assembly (PCC), interior payload and Ballast masses for the entire spacecraft (Mars Science Laboratories-Entry Vehicle/spacecraft).

Designed over 70 components from concept to production and numerous trade studies. Designed tooling/assembly fixtures and MGSE for most of the components/assembles.

Designed components such as: Cone skins-stiffeners, bulkheads, support brackets, Thermal protection System, Radom’s and routed waveguides (High-Medium gain).

Designed composite lid and test fixture for the PCC assembly, in order to test the lid opening during parachute motor firing.

Designed fixtures (for hardware) for precision-match drilling holes for the secondary structure (skins).

Designed molds and mandrels for the antenna and covers.

Maintain contact with stress - thermal analyst and supplier to ensure latest design and material usage.

Conduct meetings with the component integration team.

Created detail (ASME Y14.5M), fabrication, installation, interface and layout drawings.

Utilized Unigraphics – NX4 for parametric math modeling and TeamCenter Engineering for PDM.

March 06–Aug. 06 Spirit Aerosystems (Nacelle – Aircraft 747-8), Wichita, KS. (Assigned)

Structural Design Engineer

Redesign the inlet (lip skin) and before bulkhead.

Designed and redesigned stiffeners for the Pylon box.

Performed engine interference check with the nacelle.

Conduct meeting with the customer (Boeing) and the design manager to implement critical changes and proposed trade studies.

Utilized Catia – V5 (Rel-13/16) and Enovia for parametric math models and detailed drawings.

April 03–March 06 Ricardo Inc. (Powertrain / Chassis – Commercial & Ground Defense), Van Buren Twp., MI

Sr. Project Engineer

Design and Redesign various casting, machined and injection molding (IM) components for commercial & Ground Defense (Future Tactical Truck Systems- FTTS) engine and chassis components.

Packaged-routed fuel and electrical systems, HVAC and exhaust-intake systems.

Designed form board for the electrical harness design.

Designed differential, engine and transmission mounting brackets.

Designed and developed components for the after market supercharge kit for the Ecotec 2.2 L engine and Oil Pan assembly for the H3 truck, from concept to production.

Redesigned IM Cam Cover for the Ecotec 2.2 L –VVT engine to assure durability and socket clearances during the assembly phase.

Coordinated meetings with project release engineers and vendors for prototype builds & validation requirements.

Utilized Unigraphics NX-3, Catia -V5 (Rel-15) and ProE (Wildfire-2) for 3d math models and detailed drawings (ASME Y14.5). TeamCenter Engineering) V9.0 for PDM.

July 02–April 03 Bechtel (Ground-Based Midcourse Defense Program (GMD)), San Francisco, CA (Assigned)

Design Engineer

Worked as an integrated design engineer to accommodate mechanical (missile silo opening and the missile release design) – structural (missile silo) design, tooling and test fixtures and electrical (silo – missile interface) routing for missile Silo project.

Produced designs for new and existing products that achieved and conformed to the design concepts, parameters and calculations provided by a project engineer.

Modeled 3d math models fully parametric complying with Boeing Standards (ASME Y14.5).

Interacted with Bechtel-Boeing Electrical, Mechanical and Structural Engineers to apply critical design changes during pilot-production phase.

Mentored Designers and Detailers to ensure the accuracy of their work.

Created and updated assembly (BOM), detail, fabrication and installation drawings utilizing Unigraphics V18.0.5 and I-MAN Portal V7.0 (TeamCenter Engineering).

Jan 02–July 02 Federal Mogul (Lighting Products), Hampton, VA (Assigned)

Design Engineer

Design and modify existing head lamp, fog lamps and mounting brackets. Manufactured using the plastic injection molding and metal stamping process for various vehicles. Utilizing Unigraphics V18.0.45 and I-MAN Portal V7.0 (TeamCenter Engineering).

Interacted with Optic and manufacturing engineers to apply dynamic changes during the various phases of product development cycle.

Created, updated layout and detailed drawings (ASME Y14.5) to comply with GM standards.

Feb. 01–Jan. 02 Allison Transmission (GM)-(Ground Defense), Indianapolis, IN (Assigned)

Sr. Designer

Designed forged, casting and machined components (moving and stationary) of various

Trucks and tank transmissions.

Modified existing design of various transmissions components for the military tanks (Crusader and Advanced Amphibious Assault Vehicles) using Unigraphics V16.

Migrated 2D drawings to fully parametric 3D solid math models using advanced modeling techniques (wave geometry linker and sketcher) and created full-blown detailed drawings (ASME Y14.5M) to facilitate production.

Training: Undergone training in SHERPA, GD&T, and Advanced Modeling (Surface/Sketcher) in Unigraphics V16.

Oct. 99 – Jan. 01 Johnson Controls Inc, (Seating Systems), Plymouth, MI (Assigned)

Lead Designer

Designed and detailed various vehicle interior and seating systems components (complex plastic parts, structures, foam pad and STO’s). Utilized Unigraphics V16.

Provided alternative design solutions accompanied by FEA analysis, sustaining information and recommendations.

Designed seat test fixtures to measure force and effort during installation and to do Kinematics of installation.

Coordinated meetings with the customer, design supervisor, manufacturing team to make dynamic changes during various phases of product development cycle.

Created detailed (ASME Y14.5) and assembly drawings to facilitate during the manufacturing and assembly phase.

April 99–Nov. 99 Hanke Design (Safety Seatbelt), Clawson, MI – (Part time)

Sr. Designer

Designed and detailed production drawings for the seat belt assembly, utilizing CAD software Unigraphics V15.

Maintained strong familiarity with specific customer CAD data integrity requirements and applied them to specific customer projects.

Conducted meetings with the customer and the supplier to implement necessary changes.

Jan. 96–Oct. 99 General Motors Truck Group (Chassis), Troy, MI (Assigned)

Designer

Designed and developed various chassis system and subsystem. Involving frames, cross-members, heat shields, fuel-system, exhaust systems, engine, transmission and body mount brackets, using parametric solid modeling techniques of Unigraphics V 15.0.

Created layouts and detailed (ASME Y14.5) drawings for the chassis system and components.

Participated in product design reviews with the design release engineer and supplier.

Undergone training in the advanced solid modeling, surfacing and sketcher in Unigraphics V13. Finished using Unigraphics V15 extensively.

REFERENCES: Available upon request.

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