Resume

EDUCATION

Masters in Mechanical Engineering | University of Washington, Seattle | Sep 2018 - Jun 2020

Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering | PES Institute of Technology, Bangalore | Aug 2012 - May 2016

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Design Tools: - SolidWorks, Fusion 360, Catia V5, PTC Creo

Analysis Tools: - Ansys, COMSOL Multiphysics

Programming Languages: - MATLAB, Python

Relevant Skills: - Finite Element Analysis, CFD, Far Field Scattering, Light Scattering Simulation, Root Cause and FMA, DFMEA, AM, Six Sigma, Material Extrusion(FDM), Stereolithography(SLA)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Sr. Manufacturing Equipment Engineer – Model 3 General Assembly | Tesla Fremont Factory | Aug 2023 – Present

• Daily sustaining coverage of general assembly marriage, subframe, post-marriage and material conveyance equipment and executing projects to improve cycle time by 18% and maintaining performance above 99%.

• Integrated critical changes to the subframe assembly process using FMEA and design notes for improvements in vehicle ride quality (Model 3 Highland Performance).

• Established RCA creation for the GA3 Equipment team leading to quicker identification of bottlenecks further reducing unplanned production DT.

• Overhauled all ball-screw lift equipment (6 x $250k) along the battery marriage and subframe lines and commissioned improved solutions from European suppliers to increase equipment availability to above 90% (20% increase)

• Supported subframe and wheel assembly sub-structure build equipment (cast dies) and fixtures (datum, pallets, conveyance) for Cybertruck manufacturing in Giga Factory Austin.

• Provided technical expertise as subframe SME for the launch of a new automated wheel assembly system for Cybertruck at Tesla Giga Austin.

Manufacturing Equipment Engineer – Model 3 General Assembly | Tesla Fremont Factory | Sep 2020 – Aug 2023

• Commissioned new subframe drive unit racks and pallets to launch the latest generation Tesla Drive units for optimized automated robot assembly (FANUC and KUKA) within 4 months of PCA launch. The same solution was since replicated at Giga Factory Shanghai.

• Overhauled entire subframe knuckle assembly equipment with updated equipment to increase availability from 65% to 85% and improve quality(1MiS) by over 35%.

• Modernized subframe delivery line with upgraded equipment reducing conveyance time by 15% and downtime reduction by over 80% resulting in annual savings of $0.5M.

• Worked closely with process, controls, production conveyance, NPI and other cross-functional teams to successfully complete over 20 improvement projects for an increase in OEE from 65% to 83% for GA3 line.

• Launched updates to Model 3 General Assembly battery marriage, and subframe lines for production ramp-up to 45UPH.

• Audited torque parameters and data curves (Atlas Copco Tool Maps) to prevent NC generation for automated tooling in subframe, marriage and post-marriage areas thereby increasing First Pass Yield (FPY).

• Analyzed, prepared and presented KPI reports for subframe and post-marriage zones and identified road map to drive down roadblocks.

• Used continuous lean manufacturing & Kaizen principles to improve UPH, ergonomics, PFMEA and OEE scores.

Graduate Summer Intern – Mechanical Engineer | Kenworth Truck Co. (PACCAR) | Jun 2019 - Sep 2019

• Optimized the overhead hoist system by designing a stronger support structure using CAD and analysing for structural strength. It was implemented at the powertrain assembly area.

• Integrated quality inspections for process and products into daily line inspections and time studies.

Diagnostic Engineer - Powertrain and Drivetrain Systems | BMW Bavaria Motors | Jan 2018 - Apr 2018

• Identified issues raised by the customers and standardized methodologies for 15% faster and economical rectification of powertrain system related faults.

• Accumulated several accolades while representing the franchise at various national level competitions held by the automotive society.

Mechanical Engineer | American Tank and Fabrication PVT Ltd | Aug 2016 - Jul 2017

• Led the production, assembly, and erection of two linkspans and two pontoons weighing a total of 4000 MT to reduce travel time by over 60%.

• Improved production rate by 80% by introducing multiple shifts and decreasing set up time by 30%.

• Handed over the ABS-IV approved project 6 months ahead of time by leading the production team and quality control for the yoke, bank-seat bearings and above deck features of the pontoon and linkspan.

ACADEMIC PROJECTS

Team Lead - Development of an Optical Particle Sizer| Novosselov Research Group | Sep 2019 – Present

• Designed a mechanical hardware enclosure for an optimized model of OPS to reduce noise from ambient light.

• Reduced the dependency on Complex Refractive Index by using COMSOL Multiphysics to complete light scattering simulations and far field scattering analysis.

• Prototyped the device using Fused Deposition Modelling, PCB Printing and Desktop CNC milling.

• The design incorporated Design for Manufacturing and Assembly principles along with snap fit features.

Graduate Research Assistant - Rapid Tooling project | Boeing Advanced Research Centre | Sep 2018 – Jun 2019

• Designed the tool for composite lay-up on CATIA that complies with 3ply and 4ply vacuum tests.

• The final design of the tool was prototyped using carbon foam blocks bonded using proprietary sealant and primer which made it 45% lighter than conventional tools.

• Analyzed TMA results and conducted flexure strength tests on rapidly setting castable ceramics samples.

Principle Investigator - Medical device | Human Photonics Lab | Sep 2018 – Jun 2019

• Developed a prototype device to help prevent the formation of pocket hematoma after implantation of CIED.

• The device was designed, tested and calibrated to maintain and apply pressure real time on a specified region.

Head of Operations - FSAE formula Team |Team Haya, PES Institute of Technology | Aug 2014 – Jul 2016

• Designed and fabricated the drivetrain parts for weight reduction and durability.

• Engineered the intake system to increase the volume and performed CFD Analysis on the plenum using Ansys to make the flow more turbulent than the OEM.

• Overall runners up at Supra 2015 with wins in Autocross, Fuel Economy and Endurance Race.