Meet Patel
San Jose, CA +1-408-***-**** *************@*****.*** www.linkedin.com/in/meet-patell EDUCATION
Master of Science in Industrial and Systems Engineering San Jose State University, San Jose, CA Aug 2024 Relevant Coursework: Operation Planning and Control, System Simulation, Quality assurance & Reliability, Analytics for Systems Engineering, Logistics for Supply Chain, Leading Six Sigma Improvement Program Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering CGPA 9.64/10 Silver Oak University, India Sep 2021 – Apr 2024 Relevant Coursework: Procurement and Material Management, Planning of Facilities and Material Handling Systems, Manufacturing Process, Non-Destructive Testing, Numerical and Statistical Methods, Machine Design, Thermal Engineering Diploma in Mechanical Engineering CGPA 8.76/10 R. C Technical Institute, India Oct 2018 – Apr 2021 Relevant Coursework: Engineering Mathematics, Strength of Materials, Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulic Machines, Manufacturing Processes, CAD/CAM, Industrial Engineering and Management, Workshop Practice, Mechatronics SKILLS
Software: Minitab, JMP, Lingo, Pro Model, Simio, Microsoft Office Suite, Flex sim, ERP systems, CAD, CAM, SolidWorks, AutoCAD (2D/3D), Creo, R, Python
Engineering and Quality Tools: DOE, FMEA, Six Sigma (DMAIC), 6S, VSM, 8D, 5 Whys, SPC, QC, JIT QMS, MSA, Forecasting, Lean Manufacturing, BOMs, GD&T
WORK EXPERIENCE
Engineering Intern Jan 2024 – Jul 2024
Hind Petro Chem & Refinery India
• Enhanced process efficiency by 23% through data-driven resource allocation and advanced scheduling techniques, eliminating bottlenecks with DMAIC tools.
• Reduced material handling time by 28% through optimizing logistics and MM strategies. Reduced inventory holding costs by conducting detailed supply chain analyses and applying JIT principles.
• Conducted routine maintenance on 10 pumps and compressors, identified 8 potential malfunctions early, and improved volumetric flow by 14%.
Quality Intern Apr 2022 – Jul 2022
Vishnu Engineering India
• Enhaced productivity by 22% by streamlining workflows and developing comprehensive quality and reliability process plans to enhance operational efficiency.
• Minimized downtime by 28% by implementing TPM and TQM, resolving issues related to inefficient material flow and equipment malfunctions.
• Improved production line efficiency by identifying and eliminating five significant bottlenecks, which noticeably increased output without requiring additional resources or overtime. Design Intern Apr 2021 – Sep2021
Khodiyar CAD Center, India India
• Developed precise mechanical and automotive component designs with tolerances as tight as 0.05 mm and ensured alignment with company specifications and quality standards.
• Conducted thorough quality inspections that guaranteed each component met rigorous industry standards, leading to increased customer satisfaction ratings from 85% up to an impressive 95%.
• Refined designs for manufacturability, reduced material waste by 10%, and optimized manufacturing procedures. RELEVANT PROJECTS
Value Stream Mapping and Simulation: Optimizing E-commerce Inventory Management Simio
• Examined supply chain operations through (Fishbone, Just-In-Time, ABC categorization); findings identified three major bottlenecks that accounted for delays in fulfilling customer orders, leading to actionable solutions for improvement.
• Analyzed KPIs such as pick-and-pack times and order fulfillment rates, Boosted daily processing capacity from 1,200 to 1,450 orders.
Design Restaurant Layout, Staffing, and Inventory Operation Pro model:
• Determined optimal staffing and inventory levels, reducing wait time by 19% and increasing table turnover by 14%.
• Analyzed data sets through sensitivity analysis, creating impactful visualizations that revealed critical insights, which were leveraged to streamline processes and increase throughput with minimal resource.
• Executed a model in Pro Model with a 1-day warmup, a 12-hour run length, and 20 replications. Automatic CNC Engraving Machine Bachelor’s Project:
• Designed a compact CNC engraving machine, reduced production costs by 24%, and advanced engraving speed by 18%
• Achieved 18% improvement in engraving speed and 15% increase in energy efficiency. Enabled high-precision engraving on wood, metal, ceramics, and plastics with enhanced toolpaths.