Headline

Designing switchgear as an Electro Mechanical Design Engineer

About

I am a Mechanical Design Engineer with experience in the design and development of medium-voltage switchgear systems and mechanical components. My work focuses on 3D CAD modeling, 2D drafting, GD&T, and engineering design optimization to improve product reliability and manufacturing efficiency. Through optimized component integration and design improvements, I have contributed to enhancing mechanical reliability by 25% and reducing design-to-manufacturing cycle time by 20%. I have hands-on experience in busbar design, arc-resistant switchgear systems, and IEEE standards compliance for power distribution applications. I enjoy working in cross-functional environments with electrical, manufacturing, and quality teams, where collaboration helps improve safety compliance, product performance, and design efficiency, including achieving up to 30% improvements in safety-related design outcomes. I am passionate about mechanical design, power equipment engineering, and innovative product development, and I am always eager to contribute to high-performance engineering solutions in the power and energy sector.

Location

Bengaluru

AI stack

notion

obsidian

ollama

openai

Work experience

Electro mechanical design engineer at Barak & Brazos Engineering Pvt Ltd, Jul 2025 - Present · 10 mos, Bengaluru, Designed and developed medium-voltage (MV) metal-clad and arc-resistant switchgear systems for 5 kV, 15 kV, and 25 kV applications, improving mechanical reliability by 25% through optimized component integration and material selection. Developed detailed 3D CAD models and engineering drawings for switchgear assemblies, reducing the design-to-manufacturing cycle by 20% through efficient modeling and drafting practices. Engineered switchgear solutions for E-House modules and hydroelectric power plants, ensuring high system reliability, operational safety, and efficient power distribution. Performed busbar design and sizing based on current ratings, thermal limits, and short-circuit withstand requirements for medium-voltage switchgear systems while ensuring compliance with IEEE standards and industry safety regulations. Collaborated with cross-functional teams including mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing engineers to develop secure compartmentalization and arc-containment mechanisms, improving safety compliance by 30%. Additionally, supported design validation, engineering documentation, and manufacturing coordination, ensuring a smooth transition from design to production.

Graduate Engineering Trainee at Sansera Engineering Limited, Jul 2024 - Jun 2025 · 1 yr, Bangalore, Developed 3D models and 2D manufacturing drawings of machine components using CAD tools, improving component performance by 20% through iterative design optimization and validation. I apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles to enhance dimensional accuracy, reducing assembly errors by 15% and improving overall manufacturing efficiency. My experience spans conceptual design, detailed component development, and assembly integration, enabling seamless mechanical workflows and robust system integration. I create engineering drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), and technical documentation in compliance with industry standards to support manufacturing, inspection, and quality control processes. Additionally, I collaborate with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, quality, and electrical engineering to ensure design feasibility, manufacturability, and adherence to industry standards. I also implement Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles, reducing production complexity and improving the manufacturability of mechanical components and assemblies.

Student Intern at CMTI - Central Manufacturing Technology Institute, Aug 2023 - Sep 2023 · 2 mos, Bengaluru, Supported the design and selection of servomotors and ball screw mechanisms for a Laser DED (Directed Energy Deposition) additive manufacturing machine, contributing to a 20% reduction in production cycle time through optimized motion system integration. I assisted in mechanical system integration and motion control design, improving machine efficiency and positioning accuracy. By applying technical problem-solving, analytical thinking, and engineering design principles, I translated conceptual ideas into practical mechanical solutions. I collaborated with engineering teams and mentors to implement design improvements, ensuring alignment with project requirements and manufacturability. This experience provided hands-on exposure to industrial engineering practices, product development workflows, and cross-functional collaboration, bridging the gap between academic learning and real-world engineering applications.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - BE, Mechanical Engineering, Bapuji Institute of Engineering & Technology, Davanagere

Mahesh pu college Chitradurga