Asad Shaikh
Southampton,HAM
Summary
Detail-oriented Mechanical Engineer with a MSc in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Southampton and hands-on experience of 4+ years in Mechanical design and simulations along with expertise in leveraging tools like AutoCAD, CATIA V5, ANSYS for innovative solutions, having achieved a 30% cost reduction in manufacturing and enhanced product life expectancy at Kan Innovations Pvt. Ltd.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Mechanical Engineer
Kan Innovations Pvt. Ltd
10.2021 - 08.2022
- Created designs for improving the performance of OHM series (Plantar Pressure System) using Fusion360, CATIA V5 and Ansys launching them to fruition with CNC and Laser Cutting Machines increasing the product's quality with ISO standards and slashing costs in Manufacturing by 30%.
- Researched engineering components and improved systems by establishing an APQP process conserving 20% in resources and improving the maintenance and servicing of the products resulting in customer satisfaction.
- Successfully negotiated business deals for the company yielding a profit of 15% per product.
- Spearheaded multiple projects using JIRA while training recruits and mentoring them leading to execution in Manufacturing and the assembly of a Laser Cutting Machine.
Car Design Intern
Verzeo - Autodesk INC
10.2021 - 12.2021
- Engineered a groundbreaking frame design for the Bugatti Veyron using Alias Automotive, setting a new standard in automotive engineering.
- Pioneered the major project of Bugatti Veyron's body design, utilizing CATIA V5 to significantly elevate the vehicle's aesthetic and functional appeal.
Mechanical Designer
Auctave Zenwise Pvt. Ltd
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Conducted in-depth research on over 100 customer design proposals and requests using AutoCAD, effectively evaluating feasibility, cost, and maintenance requirements, leading to a 15% reduction in design revision time.
- Enhanced product performance by 20% through strategic leadership and hands-on training of recruits while directing the R&D team on diverse projects, resulting in a notable increase in product quality and efficiency.
- Crafted and implemented comprehensive communication documentation, which successfully clarified key design aspects for clients, resulting in a 30% increase in client satisfaction and understanding.
- Collaborated closely with a portfolio of 50+ clients to ascertain project needs, adeptly adapting prototypes for testing, thereby improving prototype approval rates by 25%.
Design Intern
Piltover Technologies Pvt. Ltd
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Collaborated strategically with the Government of India, executing detailed root cause analyses and evaluating findings, which significantly enhanced the performance of the Mechanical Arm (IDA M Series 1), leading to a 30% improvement in efficiency and reliability.
- Revolutionized key component designs using SolidWorks, achieving a 20% boost in performance, a 15% reduction in costs, and a 25% increase in durability, all while maintaining a perfect attendance record and meticulously documenting R&D processes in alignment with QA/QC standards
Store Assistant
ASDA
08.2023 - Current
- Exceeded sales targets through the delivery of exceptional sales services, leading to an increase in customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Engaged proactively with customers, accurately identifying their needs and preferences, resulting in a rise in customer retention and personalized service satisfaction.
- Upheld and enhanced store appeal by maintaining the highest level of visual merchandising, contributing to an improvement in in-store traffic and customer engagement.
Education
Master of Science - AMES (Computational Engineering Design)
University of Southampton
UK2024
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Manipal University Jaipur
India2021
Skills
- AutoCAD
- CATIA V5
- FUSION360
- SOLIDWORKS
- CREO
- ANSYS
- ABAQUS
- QstatLabENG6
- MATLAB,
- LightBurn
- JIRA
- Simulink
Projects
Performance Analysis between Floating Element Designs to calculate WSS | Major Project | University of Southampton
· Conducting tests on Floating Element Models to improve their robustness and accuracy by calculating their wall shear stresses in real-life environments. Accomplished an optimal design that has better performance.
Final Element Analysis of Structural Properties of Carbon/Basalt Epoxy Composites | Major Project | Manipal University
· Solving the static load's effects on Basalt/Carbon Epoxy Hybrid Laminated Composites which are evaluated through Static tests for six laminate stacking sequences laminates. The result gave capable designs for multiple use cases.
FEA of Basalt/Carbon-Epoxy Composite with Different Hole Arrangements | Minor Project | Manipal University
· Simulating and researching the effects of hole pattern arrangements on the strength of Carbon and Basalt composites using ANSYS achieving designs for composites in multiple scenarios.
IoT-based Forest Fire Alarm System
· Creating an IoT-empowered fire indicator with a temperature sensor, smoke sensor, and signal to improve Forest Fire response time using Python and Tinkercad .
Thermal Response of a 4D Carbon/Carbon Composite with Volume Ablation
· Attained a 3D Model of a thermal protective four-directional carbon/carbon (4DC/C) composite which is based on energy- and mass-conservation principles and the thermal decomposition equation of solid materials.
Design of Electric Motor
· Designing and researching EMRAX 228 at SUFST with CATIA V5 and Simulink to improve Performance simulations, battery efficiency and the optimum points for low energy consumption & maximum power in the STAG 9.
Certification
- Mechanical Design Training - 2019-2020
AutoCAD, CATIA V5, Ansys
- Digital Manufacturing & Design Technology Specialisation , University at Buffalo & SUNY, Coursera. - 2021
Digital Manufacturing & Design| Digital Thread: Components & Implementation| Advanced Manufacturing Process Analysis| Intelligent Machining & Advanced Manufacturing Enterprise| Cyber Security in Manufacturing & Model-Based Systems Engineering| Roadmap to Success in Digital Manufacturing & Design.
- Autodesk CAD/CAM/CAE for Mechanical Engineering Specialisation , Autodesk INC, Coursera - 2020-2021
CAD, CAM, and Practical CNC Machining|3-Axis Machining|Creating Toolpath for a CNC Lathe| Multi-Axis CNC Toolpath| Generative Design for Additive Manufacturing, Performance and Weight Reduction| Generative Design for Industrial Applications & Part Consolidation| Integrated CAD/CAM/CAE|3D Model Creation with Autodesk Fusion 360| Engineering Design Process with Autodesk Fusion 360|Manufacturing Process with Autodesk Fusion 360.
Timeline
Store Assistant
ASDA
08.2023 - Current
Senior Mechanical Engineer
Kan Innovations Pvt. Ltd
10.2021 - 08.2022
Car Design Intern
Verzeo - Autodesk INC
10.2021 - 12.2021
Mechanical Designer
Auctave Zenwise Pvt. Ltd
06.2021 - 09.2021
Design Intern
Piltover Technologies Pvt. Ltd
08.2019 - 03.2020
Master of Science - AMES (Computational Engineering Design)
University of Southampton
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Manipal University Jaipur
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