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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