Guna Subramani
Leamington Spa,United Kingdom
Summary
Experienced CAE professional with 8+ years in automotive structural and durability analysis, specializing in performance evaluation, failure diagnostics, and design optimization for body structures, exterior trims, and clutch release systems. Proven track record in driving innovation and refining simulation methodologies for enhanced vehicle performance and manufacturability.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
CAE Lead Durability
Jaguar Land Rover
Gaydon, Warwickshire
2023.04 - Current
- Effective involvement in DE Rating, conducting both virtual simulations and physical testing to enhance accuracy and performance assessments.
- Successfully Performed correlation studies on HPDC castings to enhance confidence in CAE methodologies by analyzing test data and conducting statistical evaluations
- Leading agile deployment of Optistruct fatigue analysis to achieve Single Code durability
- Successfully Developed Faster DV Process for shock towers for component level analysis using optistruct
- Successfully Developed CAE Test Procedures for Shock Analysis for PDU assembly and Shark fin assessment with test correlation.
- Liaised effectively with Customers and Strategic Partners, understanding their needs and translating them into technical requirements.
- Facilitated collaboration within cross-functional teams during project development stages.
- Consistently executed tasks efficiently under tight deadlines by leveraging agile methodologies for streamlined project delivery
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Senior Engineer - CAE
Magna Steyr - Deputed to Stellantis
Chennai, India
2021.11 - 2025.05
- Developed BIW structure for Dodge Challenger and Charger, applying standard CAE load cases to ensure comprehensive vehicle development and complete body durability assessment
- Developed Exterior trims using standard CAE load cases, including Front and Rear fascia, Sidestep, and D-pillar aperture, ensuring structural integrity and performance optimization.
- Fostered collaborative environment amongst engineers leading to improved teamwork.
- Mentored junior engineers, aiding professional growth and development.
Senior CAE Analyst
Ambigai consultancy services India pvt ltd
Chennai, India
2019.04 - 2021.11
- Performed advanced rubber boot buckling correlation studies, ensuring accuracy through detailed test result analysis.
- Engineered clutch release system products utilizing both standard and non-standard CAE load cases.
- Implemented optimization strategies to improve the performance of hyperplastic seals.
- Mentored junior team members on Abaqus CAE and Optislang, improving overall team productivity and performance.
CAE Analyst
Ambigai consultancy services India pvt ltd
Chennai, India
2017.03 - 2019.04
- Executed standard CAE load cases for the clutch release system.
- Optimized product development through advanced engineering methodologies.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Aeronautical Engineering
NIET
2009.01 - 2013.01
Master of Engineering - CAD-CAM
CIPET
2014.01 - 2016.01
Skills
- Project Management - Jira, Lucid
- Durability solver - nCode, Optistruct Fatigue
- Solver - Optistruct linear, Nonlinear, Abaqus standard/Explicit
- Preprocessor -Hyperworks , Ansa
- Post processing - Hyper view, Abaqus viewer
- Optimization - Optistruct - Topology, Topography, Free shape
- Design of experiments -Optislang
- Linear analysis
- Nonlinear analysis
- Durability Analysis
- Hyper elastic materials behaviour
- Plastic materials behaviour
- Problem-solving
- Strategic planning
- Team building
Personal Information
- Date of birth: 10/20/91
- Gender: Male
Languages
English
Advanced
Timeline
CAE Lead Durability
Jaguar Land Rover
2023.04 - Current
Senior Engineer - CAE
Magna Steyr - Deputed to Stellantis
2021.11 - 2025.05
Senior CAE Analyst
Ambigai consultancy services India pvt ltd
2019.04 - 2021.11
CAE Analyst
Ambigai consultancy services India pvt ltd
2017.03 - 2019.04
Master of Engineering - CAD-CAM
CIPET
2014.01 - 2016.01
Bachelor of Engineering - Aeronautical Engineering
NIET
2009.01 - 2013.01