Niraj S. Deshpande
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Phone Number:256-***-****
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EDUCATION
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Master of Science in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, May 2010
The University of Alabama in Huntsville, Huntsville, AL
Concentration: Design and Solid Mechanics
Cumulative GPA: 3.5/ 4.0
Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering, May 2003
Walchand Institute of Technology, Maharashtra, India
Concentration: Manufacturing and Quality Engineering
Cumulative GPA: 3.7/ 4.0
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COMPUTERSKILLS
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* Design/ Analysis Software: AutoCAD, NASTRAN/PATRAN,
Catia V6, Master Cam, Minitab, MS Excel Solver
* Business Tools: Microsoft Office Suite and Outlook
* Languages: C++
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EXPERIENCE
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Research Assistant, May 2011 – Present
The University of Alabama in Huntsville, Huntsville, AL
* Conduct structural analysis for seismic response devices
for Caltrans related research
* Evaluate effects of hysteresis , vulcanization and fatigue
loading conditions for bearings under superstructures
* Develop finite element model for LRB 700 bearing using
NASTRAN/PATRAN to analyze critical loading conditions and
fatigue loading
Graduate Teaching Assistant, August 2008 – August 2010
The University of Alabama in Huntsville, Huntsville, AL
* Managed 50 undergraduate engineering students in diverse
coursework which included the development of manuals for
Instrumentation and control, Mechanics of Materials,
and Heat and Mass Transfer laboratories
* Researched advanced analytical models for
Crack closure mechanisms, failure analysis, and forensic
engineering reports concerning ferrous and Nickel based
super alloy.
* Instructed students in Lab view, Mat Lab and Heat and
Mass transfer laboratories achieving optimal comprehension
Sales and Application Engineer, May 2006-July 2008
Techno Four Product Inspections and NDT solutions, Pune, India
* Formulated and negotiated complex contracts and sales
proposals for customer requirements including the development
of tailored product inspection systems for food and
pharmaceutical companies
* Approved configuration in-production Eddy-Current NDT inspection
system for product development team
* Established multiple overseas joint ventures and served as
the liaison for foreign customers in the U.S., Europe and South Africa
encompassing assessing company compliance with all applicable customs,
laws, and procedures
Engineering Intern, May 2005 – August 2005
Mazgaon Dock, Mumbai, India
* Supervised and conducted time and motion studies, developed SOP,
and designed fixtures which resulted in a 3% increase in productivity
* Verified design parameters of engineering drawings, specifications,
and geometrical tolerance
* Demonstrated high level of expertise in process quality control
and project management
Engineering Intern, May 2004 – August 2004
ThyssenKrupp, Pune, India
* Trained operators on procedures for occupational safety,
production control and scheduling
* Implemented process layout in platter and assembly shop
resulting in decreased material handling by 17%
* Simplified and reduced material handling while identifying
bottlenecks in manufacturing line resulting in a
cost savings of $36,256
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SPECIAL PROJECTS
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* Process Quality Control: Documented the measures for decreasing
the number of defective samples in a dairy industry)
wherein applied all the phases of DMAIC were through the
use of control charts, cause and effect diagrams, check sheets
and appropriate graphs. Recommended
Measurement System Analysis in final draft
* Integrated Product and Process Design: Developed, designed,
and established process requirements for mass manufacturing
of child’s toy for 5 -11 year olds.
Utilized concepts of DFM/DFA, QFD, House of Quality,
process optimization, and cost estimation
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HONORS Presidential Scholarship, 2008-2009
Graduate with Distinction, 2006
ACTIVITIES
* Industrial Engineering Students Association,
Founding Member, August 2009-Present
* American Society for Mechanical Engineers,
Member, August 2009 – Present
* Earthquake Response Team in India, Volunteer
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STATUS
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Sponsorship not required / Valid work permit
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