Headline

Mechanical Design Engineer | SPM & PCB Vertical Process Machines | SolidWorks & AutoCAD | MATLAB | GD&T | Plant Operations & Predictive Maintenance | M.Tech Robotics & Industrial Automation (Pursuing)

About

I'm a Mechanical design Engineer specializing in the detailed design of Special Purpose Machines (SPM) and PCB vertical process equipment. Using AutoCAD and SolidWorks, I turn customer requirements into complete mechanical and automation solutions, applying GD&T per ASME Y14.5 to ensure fit, interchangeability, and accuracy. I handle 4-8 projects a year end-to-end, from studying RFQs/RFIs and calculating cycle/dwell times to designing Poka-Yoke into every station, preparing BOMs and costing sheets, and compiling Techno-Commercial Offers. I work closely with Sales and Purchase to convert enquiries into orders and source parts, and I stay hands-on through build, trials, and customer handover. Alongside project engineering, I've managed paint shop equipment maintenance (spray booths, conveyors, ovens), implemented predictive maintenance through condition monitoring, and driven 5S and safety audit support on the shop floor. I'm now pursuing an M.Tech in robotics and industrial automation, and I'm always open to connecting with professionals in manufacturing, automation, and process engineering.

Location

Greater Bengaluru Area

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Work experience

Design Engineer freelance at Freelancer.com, Nov 2025 - Oct 2026 · 1 yr, Remote, Translated client RFQs into manufacturable design concepts across consumer product and industrial component projects. Delivered CAD models, sheet metal parts, and GD&T drawings for a range of independent client engagements. Performed material selection and stress/simulation analysis to validate designs against customer requirements. Prepared BOMs, neutral STEP files, and technical documentation for manufacturing handoff. •Toy Robot – Techslab (12/2025 – 02/2026): Developed the concept and detail design of a toy robot body using a two-halves screw assembly system; designed PCB and battery mounting; selected servo motors and 3D-printing materials; prepared BOM, technical documentation with design reasoning, and converted 3D models into neutral STEP files. •Knee Pad – Stress Distribution & 3D Design (01/2026 – 02/2026): Developed the design concept per customer RFQ and detailed kneepad design; selected materials (EVA foam inner layer, PP outer layer, nylon webbing strap); ran stress analysis using customer-supplied load data; converted 3D models into neutral STEP files. •Commercial Jammer Arm Design (02/2026 – Present): Developed the concept from detailed RFQ study; designed the jammer arm using MS with powder coating; performed stress simulation (FOS 2.0, deflection and stress distribution analysis); converted 3D models into neutral STEP files and produced detailed technical drawings with GD&T and weld symbols.

Design Engineer at I-Yantra Technology, May 2024 - Oct 2025 · 1 yr 6 mos, Mysuru, Karnataka, India, •Executed end-to-end detailed design of Special Purpose Machines (SPM) and PCB vertical process equipment, handling 4–8 projects annually, translating customer specifications and process requirements into complete mechanical/automation design packages using AutoCAD and SolidWorks. •Developed detailed Bills of Materials (BOM) and cost sheets for each project, covering standard components, custom/fabricated parts, pneumatics, electricals, and automation elements — enabling accurate project costing and quotation support for sales. •Created 3D models and detailed assemblies in SolidWorks, and 2D general arrangement (GA)/detail layouts in AutoCAD for new and ongoing projects, ensuring design accuracy for manufacturing, assembly, and customer approval. •Collaborated with the Sales team to review customer requirements, propose technical solutions/concepts, and support pre-order engineering discussions to convert enquiries into confirmed orders. •Coordinated with the Purchase department to drive timely procurement of standard (bought-out) and locally fabricated parts, ensuring BOM accuracy, vendor alignment, and adherence to project timelines. •Provided hands-on technical guidance to the production/assembly team during machine build, resolving design, fit, and functional issues on the shop floor to prevent schedule slippage. • Interfaced directly with customers during design review, trial runs, and final dispatch stages to ensure specification compliance and successful project handover. •Managed multiple concurrent SPM/PCB machine projects (3–5/year) from concept through commissioning, balancing design, costing, procurement, and production coordination simultaneously.

Solution engineer trainee at XNG Automation Solutions, Jul 2023 - Jul 2024 · 1 y, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, - Studied and analyzed customer RFQs (Requests for Quotation) and RFIs (Requests for Information) in detail, reviewing part drawings, process specifications, production volume requirements, and quality standards to arrive at the most suitable manufacturing/automation solution — proposing SPM concepts and process sequences aligned to the customer's capacity, cycle time, and budget needs. - Determined and finalized dwell time/cycle time for every individual sequence of operation across the process line — loading, processing, indexing, and unloading — balancing station-wise timing to meet the customer's target throughput, while identifying and resolving potential bottleneck stations at the design stage itself. - Prepared Poka-Yoke (error-proofing) concepts — including sensor-based part presence detection, asymmetric fixture/locating features, and interlocks — integrated into the machine and fixture design to eliminate manual errors and ensure first-time-right, defect-free operation. - Prepared detailed line layouts using AutoCAD, covering machine footprint, material flow, operator workstation positioning, and safety zones, to optimize floor space utilization and ensure smooth line balancing for the customer's facility. - Prepared detailed costing sheets covering mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and automation components, and compiled complete Techno-Commercial Offers (TCO) — including technical specifications, process flow, cycle time data, pricing, and delivery terms — for formal submission to customers. - Communicated directly with suppliers to obtain and compare quotations for standard/bought-out parts (pneumatics, sensors, motors, drives, bearings), ensuring accurate BOM costing and timely procurement support for ongoing projects.

Diploma Apprentice trainee at Toyota Kirloskar Motor, Jun 2019 - Aug 2020 · 1 yr 3 mos, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, •Paint Shop Maintenance: Carried out routine and breakdown maintenance of paint shop equipment and systems — including spray booths, conveyors, ovens, pumps, and associated automation — ensuring minimal downtime and consistent paint quality output. Monitored equipment health, coordinated repairs, and ensured maintenance activities aligned with production schedules. •Predictive Maintenance: Implemented predictive maintenance practices by monitoring equipment condition trends (vibration, temperature, wear patterns, and performance data) to anticipate potential failures before they caused breakdowns. Supported scheduling of maintenance interventions based on equipment condition rather than fixed intervals, reducing unplanned downtime and extending machine/component life. •Post-Production Operations: Oversaw post-production processes following the core manufacturing/paint process, ensuring proper handling, quality checks, and finishing operations were completed before dispatch. Coordinated with production and quality teams to resolve issues identified during post-production inspection. •5S Implementation: Drove 5S (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain) practices across the plant floor to maintain workplace organization, cleanliness, and operational discipline. Conducted regular 5S audits, identified gaps, and worked with shop floor teams to sustain improvements and build a culture of continuous workplace management. •Plant & Operations Coordination: Worked closely with the Plant and Operations department to support daily production planning, equipment availability, and cross-functional coordination between maintenance, production, and quality teams — contributing to smooth, uninterrupted plant operations. •Safety & Health Compliance Coordinated with the Safety and Health department to ensure workplace safety compliance during maintenance and production activities, supporting audits and hazard corrective actions.

Education

Master of Technology, Robotics and Industrial Automation Engineering, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham

Bachelor of Engineering - BE, Mechanical Engineering, vidya vikas institute of engineering and technology