VISHAL BARTAKKE

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Norfolk, VA 23508 gp8vn1@r.postjobfree.com

Summary:

Mechanical Engineer with 2 years experience in performing automotive crash and safety simulations using CAE tools LS-Dyna and PAM-CRASH.

Over 6 month experience in performing FE analysis using Nastran, Pro-Mechanica and Hypermesh.

Very well versed with AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, Pro-E, SolidWorks, Catia V5, Unigraphics (UGNX)

Excellent understanding and ability to apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerances (GD&T).

Very well versed with all FMVSS (Crashworthiness).

Possess knowledge of Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing.

Proficient with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio.

Education:

Master of Science: Mechanical Engineering GPA 3.38 August 2012

Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA

Major: Design and Manufacturing

Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering GPA 3.60 May 2007

University of Pune, India

Work Experience:

Graduate Research Assistant at Old Dominion University, Norfolk Jan 2010 – present

• Testing and calibration of MTS Universal Testing Machine, Trio-Testing machine and equipments.

• Teaching mechanical undergrads concepts of solid mechanics.

Jr. Design Engineer at CADD Centre Training Services, India Jun 2008 – Nov 2008

• Analyzed specifications, sketches, engineering drawings, ideas and related design data to determine critical factors affecting design of components.

• Applied knowledge of mathematical formulas and physical laws and uses conventional and computerized work aids to help resolve order fulfillment problems and issues relating to technical matters calculations.

• Made revisions to size, shape and arrangement of parts to create practical design.

• Provided support to Marketing and R&D with technical expertise and verification of technical information

• Controlled, managed and developed all application standards, resources, tools, and information.

Trainee Engineer at Pandit Automotive Pvt. Ltd. Jul 2007 – May 2008

• Provided external and internal customers requiring application assistance relating to TATA/FIAT products / services

• Worked as automotive service technician for passenger cars introduced by TATA Motors and FIAT India.

Masters Project:

Comparing CAE simulations of cab roof strength of heavy truck as per SAE J2422 in LS-Dyna and PAM-Crash. Sept 2011 – present

• Converted FEA model developed by National Highway Traffic Safety Administration into PAM-Crash format.

• Analyzed Quasi-static loading event on cab roof by following SAE J2422 standards in LS-Dyna.

Reverse Engineering / Computer Modeling Techniques – Rollover Impact Fall 2011

• Analyzed the rollover crash event on Ford F250 truck as per SAEJ996/FMVSS 216 regulations using LS Dyna.

• Proposed enhancements resulting in reduction of roof deflection by 83.29 mm.

• Redesigned the roof by implementing stiffeners to reduce the overall intrusion by approx 36%.

Robust Engineering Design: Selection of Notch Pattern Using Design of Experiment. Spring 2010

• Implemented DoE for the selection of notch pattern for lathe tool post based on strength criteria.

• Utilized CAE tool Pro-Mechanica to validate the result from DoE analysis.

Concurrent Engineering: Quality Function Deployment (QFD) Analysis of Steam Iron Fall 2010

• Conducted customer survey for steam iron to know more about expectations from product.

• Analyzed Voice of Customer to convert customer requirement into product design requirement.

• Successfully implemented QFD on two different manufacturers and came up with better product design.

Relevant Coursework:

• Concurrent Engineering, Robotics, Life Cycle Engineering, Applied mathematics, Engineering Optimization, Nastran/Patran, Reverse Engineering and Computer Modeling Techniques, Project Management.

• Advanced Manufacturing Processes, Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics and Machinery, Machine Design, CAD/CAM, Quality Control, Mechatronics, I.C. Engines and Automobiles, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning.

References Available Upon Request

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