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Varad Chodanker

Milton Keynes,Buckinghamshire

Summary

Y3 Engineering Student | Specializing in Aerospace and Mechanical Design
A highly motivated engineering student with a strong foundation in computational analysis and design. Expertise in CAD (Fusion 360, Onshape) and programming (MATLAB) is complemented by specialized experience in FEA and CFD simulation, including validating models in Abaqus and performing aerodynamic analysis in ANSYS. Proven ability to lead projects from concept through validation, delivering data-driven engineering solutions.

Key Projects:

  • Aircraft Design & Simulation: Independently designed and optimized a 40-seat regional jet in X-Plane using plane maker, performing aerodynamic analysis and flight testing to meet strict performance criteria.
  • FEA & Structural Analysis: Validated finite element models (Abaqus) against experimental 3-point bending test data, integrating theory with practical results.
  • Engineering Design (Y2): Designed a competition-ready mechanical device for the IMechE Design Challenge, utilizing CAD modelling and engineering calculations.
  • Autonomous Robot (Group Project): Co-developed a structured project plan and programmed an autonomous robot to meet design requirements, applying systems engineering principles.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work history

Student Recruitment Advisor

Pertemps Managed Solutions
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
06.2025 - 09.2025
  • Applied critical thinking to analyse problems, evaluate solutions and select best decisions.
  • Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.

Volunteer sales assistant

Wilen Hospice
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
06.2024 - 09.2024
  • Assisted with stock control and inventory management for a well-organised shop floor.
  • Completed purchases with cash, credit and debit payment methods, providing customer receipts for reference.
  • Warmly greeted customers, delivering outstanding service from store arrival to departure.

Crew member

McDonald's
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
05.2022 - 09.2022
  • Delivered consistent high-quality service contributing to the positive reputation of our establishment.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Aerospace Engineering

Brunel University London
Uxbridge
09.2023 -

Skills

  • Knowledge of CAD (Fusion 260, On shape)
  • Knowledge of X-Plane, Plane maker software
  • Knowledge of MATLAB
  • Knowledge of ANSYS, ABAQUS
  • Knowledge of Excel
  • Problem-solving
  • Strategic planning

Affiliations

  • Treasurer- Philosophy Society Brunel University London

Timeline

Student Recruitment Advisor

Pertemps Managed Solutions
06.2025 - 09.2025

Volunteer sales assistant

Wilen Hospice
06.2024 - 09.2024

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Aerospace Engineering

Brunel University London
09.2023 -

Crew member

McDonald's
05.2022 - 09.2022
Varad Chodanker