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Leona Rodrigues

Mechanical Engineering Student | Dwarkadas J. Sanghavi College of Engineering | DJS Kronos India | NishCorp | DJS Express I DJS NSS

Vasai Virar

2+ years of work experience

DJS Kronos India
Jul 202511 mosPresent

Overseeing full-vehicle CAD assembly in SolidWorks, validating subsystems for manufacturability, and resolving technical challenges during integration and production.
DJS Kronos India
Jun 20242 yrsPresent

Collaborated with the team on the design, validation, and manufacturing of the Suspension, Steering, and Brakes (SSB) systems for the Zeus IV and Athena II ATVs, improving performance and handling.
Jan 20262 mosFeb 2026

Mumbai

Contributed to the design and development of a linear actuator for a robotic application. Worked on CAD modeling and engineering analysis, supported material and component selection, and identified suitable vendors for sourcing parts. Evaluated design choices considering cost, manufacturability, and practical implementation constraints.
DJSCE eXpress
Mar 20248 mosOct 2024

Handled procurement operations by comparing prices and quality across suppliers to secure the best deals and maintain project efficiency.
DJSCE eXpress
Mar 20248 mosOct 2024

Contributed to the college magazine eXpresso by writing and editing articles, supporting engaging and timely publications.

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Education

Dwarkadas J. Sanghvi College of Engineering

Bachelor of Technology - BTech, Mechanical Engineering

Dwarkadas J. Sanghvi College of Engineering

20234 yrs2027

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Headline

Mechanical Engineering Student | Dwarkadas J. Sanghavi College of Engineering | DJS Kronos India | NishCorp | DJS Express I DJS NSS

About

Mechanical Engineering student and Design Head at DJS Kronos India, with a proven track record in leading the development of complex vehicle systems. I specialize in the end-to-end design process—from initial geometry and CAD modeling to Static Structural Analysis (FEA) and final assembly integration. My experience spans both high-performance automotive engineering and industrial prototyping. Recently, I filed a design patent for a Brake-by-Wire subsystem and completed a Mechanical CAD Internship at Nishcorp, where I engineered the prototype for a modular linear actuator in preparation for a 500-unit production run. I excel at developing integrated systems, ranging from vehicle dynamics and suspension geometry to precision linear motion hardware. Technical Expertise: Design & Simulation: Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks (CSWA), Ansys, AutoCAD, and Inventor. Systems Engineering: Experienced in modular hardware design, high-load mechanical integration, and vehicle dynamics. Production & PLM: Skilled in material selection, vendor coordination, and evaluating designs for cost, performance, and DFM (Design for Manufacturing) principles. With leadership experience in a BAJA SAE environment and a background in industrial prototyping, I excel at bridging the gap between digital design and physical implementation. I am driven by the challenge of building performance-oriented solutions that meet rigorous engineering and manufacturing standards.

Location

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Work experience

Head of Design at DJS Kronos India, Jul 2025 - Present · 11 mos, Overseeing full-vehicle CAD assembly in SolidWorks, validating subsystems for manufacturability, and resolving technical challenges during integration and production.

Technical Team Member at DJS Kronos India, Jun 2024 - Present · 2 yrs, Collaborated with the team on the design, validation, and manufacturing of the Suspension, Steering, and Brakes (SSB) systems for the Zeus IV and Athena II ATVs, improving performance and handling.

Mechanical Design Engineer at NishCorp Technologies, Jan 2026 - Feb 2026 · 2 mos, Mumbai, Contributed to the design and development of a linear actuator for a robotic application. Worked on CAD modeling and engineering analysis, supported material and component selection, and identified suitable vendors for sourcing parts. Evaluated design choices considering cost, manufacturability, and practical implementation constraints.

Logistics Co-Committee Member at DJSCE eXpress, Mar 2024 - Oct 2024 · 8 mos, Handled procurement operations by comparing prices and quality across suppliers to secure the best deals and maintain project efficiency.

Journalism Co-Committee Member at DJSCE eXpress, Mar 2024 - Oct 2024 · 8 mos, Contributed to the college magazine eXpresso by writing and editing articles, supporting engaging and timely publications.

Education

Bachelor of Technology - BTech, Mechanical Engineering, Dwarkadas J. Sanghvi College of Engineering