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Mechanical Assembly Engineer at NEST | Machine Commissioning & Pneumatic Systems | GD&T, Leak Testing, Reverse Engineering | SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Fusion 360, E-Drawings | B.Tech Mechanical Engineering

About

Mechanical Assembly Engineer with 2+ years of hands-on experience in precision machine assembly, pneumatic systems, and on-site commissioning at NEST Advanced Technology Development Center, Bengaluru. I specialise in: - Assembly and integration of precision mechanical subassemblies and complete systems - Pneumatic system installation, leak testing, and validation (pressure decay, flow, and bubble methods) - Machine commissioning at contract manufacturer sites as the Directly Responsible Individual (DRI) for mechanical and pneumatic scope - Reading and interpreting GD&T, exploded views, and engineering drawings - Reverse engineering and CAD modelling using SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and Fusion 360 - 5S and Lean Manufacturing practices on the shop floor I hold a B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering from Amal Jyothi College of Engineering and a PG Diploma in Industrial Automation from SMEC Automation. Open to roles in mechanical assembly, commissioning, manufacturing, or design engineering. 📧 sumithsiji51@gmail.com | 📞 +91 9946097102

Location

Pathanamthitta

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Work experience

Mechanical Assembly Engineer at NEST Advanced Technology Development Center, May 2024 - Present · 2 yrs 7 mos, Bommasandra, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, Responsible for the mechanical assembly, pneumatic integration, and on-site commissioning of precision equipment at NEST ATDC and partner contract manufacturer sites. Mechanical Assembly - Performed hands-on assembly, alignment, and integration of precision mechanical components, subassemblies, and complete systems per engineering drawings and specifications. - Used torque tools, calipers, micrometers, and gauges to ensure tolerances were consistently met. - Read and interpreted mechanical blueprints, GD&T, exploded views, and work instructions for complex assemblies. - Conducted functional and fit tests on assembled parts, diagnosing and correcting issues during the build process. - Collaborated with design and manufacturing engineers to improve assembly methods, enhance manufacturability, and reduce cycle times. - Implemented 5S methodology in the assembly area, improving workplace organisation and reducing downtime. Pneumatic Systems - Performed leak testing on pneumatic systems including hoses, fittings, valves, regulators, and actuators to ensure system integrity. - Applied pressure decay, flow, and bubble testing methods to detect and isolate air leaks in subassemblies. - Set up and operated pneumatic test stands to verify leak rates within allowable tolerances. Machine Commissioning - Acted as the Directly Responsible Individual (DRI) for factory operations at a contract manufacturer site, owning the mechanical and pneumatic scope of equipment builds. - Provided on-site technical support for assembly, integration, and testing of machines, ensuring compliance with design requirements and production schedules. - Supported pneumatic system installation including air line routing, actuator setup, valve calibration, and leak testing.

Education

Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech), Mechanical Engineering, Amal Jyothi College of Engineering Autonomous

Post Graduate Diploma, Industrial Automation, SMEC Automation