PRADEEP MOHAN
• *********@*****.*** • 893-***-**** • Chennai, India
PROFESSIONAL HIGHLIGHTS
• 4+ years of industry experience as a Mechanical Engineer with focus in Manufacturing and Engineering Design
• Functional expertise in Product Design, Tool and Fixture Design
• Experience working in Manufacturing and Assembly environments
• Hands on experience in Quality techniques - Failure Modes & Effects Analysis (FMEA), Root Cause Analysis
• Extensive hands on expertise in Pro/E, Creo
• Experienced in creating and maintaining Operator Work Instructions/ Operator Method Sheets
• Passionate, hardworking mechanical engineer with Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Clear, concise & effective Communication & Coordination Skills SKILLS & ABILITIES
• Pro-E/ Creo • FMEA • Microsoft Office
• Solid Edge • SAP • Ability to Run Projects
• AutoCAD • GD&T • Attention to Detail
• Solidworks • FEA • Management & Leadership Skills
• Teamcenter Visualization • Windchill • Strong Analytical & Math Skills
• Matlab • DFM/ DFA • Strong Communication Skills
• V+ • Bill of Material • Self Starter
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Genius Business Solutions: Manufacturing Engineer Apr 2017 – Jan 2020 Client: John Deere Harvester Works – East Moline, IL, USA
• Supported the assembly line and troubleshoot issues to meet the production goals
• Developed manufacturing processes, standard control processes and standard operating procedures
(SOPs)
• Planned and executed Continuous Improvement activities with focus on Safety, Quality and Efficiency
• Developed, modified and maintained 300+ steps in JDAAT (MES - Manufacturing Execution System) to mistake-proof the assembly process
• Handled 100+ torque tools on the line to make sure the joints are within specification
• Maintained and updated the OMS (Operator Method Sheets/ Operator Work Instructions) for the process
• Assisted in Line Balancing for the line and redesign work centers according to the change in processes
• Investigated safety hazards and improved the process to address safety and ergonomic issues
• Communicated with production personnel to resolve production and quality issues
• Specified new equipment, tooling, parts and participates in capital equipment budgeting and cost justification
Client: Sullair LLC: Michigan City, IN, USA
• Performed Time Study for several products and identified the value added and non-value-added activities
• Analyzed the process and developed tooling and fixtures for better assembly procedure
• Designed the existing plant layout in 3D from the 2D drawing and measurements from the shop floor
• Designed 250+ 3D CAD models of the factory objects like fixtures, racks, work benches, etc.
• Developed layout designs with easy material replenishment strategies from Point of Storage to Point of Usage
• Participated in Value Stream Mapping activities with cross functional teams PRADEEP MOHAN
• *********@*****.*** • 893-***-**** • Chennai, India University of Texas: Engineering Research Volunteer – Arlington, TX, USA Apr 2016 – Dec 2016
• Developed 3D CAD models of various PCBs using Creo and SolidWorks
• designed the products with manufacturing standards for future manufacturability
• Trained students in best practices for CAD modeling
• Assisted in conducting flow simulations and analysis Funskool India Ltd: Engineer – Chennai, TN, India Mar 2013 – Jul 2013
• Improvised and designed toys and toy parts
• Collaborated with the rest of the product design team to assess manufacturability
• Participated in Development of Tool Designs and Fixture Designs using Pro/E
• Participated in new product meetings and design review and process improvement meetings
• Participated in budgetary and lead time planning meetings with the Product team, Sales & Marketing team Dietech India Pvt Ltd: Design Engineer – Sriperumbudur, TN, India Sep 2011 – May 2012
• Designed Die Casting Mold for automotive parts using CAD in ProEngineer (Pro/E) and AutoCAD
• Applied improvement technique Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and ensured Manufacturability
• Assisted in Project Scheduling & Project Management
• Developed fabrication drawings for operations like sizing, drilling, CNC machining
• Managed engineering documentation including revision control & release levels using Windchill
• Developed 2D part and assembly drawings to provide the clients along with the finished Die
• Troubleshooted defects and assisted in root cause analysis
• Provided support to the client by designing revisions and improvements to the Mold Hyundai Motors: Engineering Intern – TN, India Jan 2011 – Mar 2011 Motherson Automotive Technologies & Engineering: Engineering Intern – TN, India Jan 2011 – Feb 2011 EDUCATION
Master's in Mechanical Engineering - University of Texas, Arlington, TX. USA Aug 2013 - Dec 2015 Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering - Anna University, Chennai, India Sep 2007 - Jun 2011 ACADEMIC PROJECTS
Stone Henge Structure with Adept Cobra i600
• Utilized a programming language, V+, to construct a program that performs a simplified task of building a Stonehenge type structure by stacking blocks using the industrial robot Adept Cobra i600.
• The project was done to demonstrate stacking of materials from a conveyor and also to understand stacking of objects with respect to orientation.
Viscous Extrusion using Adept Cobra i600
• Designed and developed an extrusion assembly using CAD software Creo Parametric capable of performing extrusion of viscous material to attach as the end effector to the Industrial robot Adept Cobra i600
• Also developed programs in V+ to emulate basic structures which will enable the user to carry out additive manufacturing using the robot.
PASSION/ HOBBIES
• Led the music team as the music coordinator in the Indian student organization in University of Texas, USA
• Was the bass guitarist and vocalist for band Cosmic Polarity
• Won the zonal tournament as part of the Table Tennis team in Sri Andal Alagar College of Engineering