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Abhishek B. Gothekar

Rochester Hills,MI

Summary

Seeking a Lead Engineering position where my experience & knowledge can be utilized & advanced.

11+ years of experience working in Automotive Industry. Worked on multiple NextGen projects such as Universal Armature/Frame Steering Wheel (SW), Level 3 Automation SW, Shell Armature/Frame SW, Illuminated and Hand Detect Sensor SW, etc. Conducted design reviews and implemented solution based on best practice for SW design which help improve structural strength & manufacturability. Participated in global core commodity workshops to align and define best practices. Experience working as Interior Trim Design & Release Engineer (Hard Trim, Center Console) at Ford. Conception to Launch experience on multiple ford programs. Experience working on Autodesk Moldflow as Moldflow Analyst for plastic component. Have experience working with CatiaV5R10, SolidWorks & UGNX 3. Good understanding & hand on experience of GPDS, DFMEA, GD&T, eFDVS, AIMS issues & others. Experienced & proficient on Ford systems such as AVBOM, WERS, Teamcenter & Vis-mockup. Worked as a RA at Oakland University with research work in material testing using optical measurement techniques. Good team leader & group member in domestic & international environment. Excellent problem solving, (Experience using of 8D, 5Whys, Fishbone ) analytical & interpersonal communication skills.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Development Engineer (Core Steering Wheel)

Joyson Safety System Inc.
Auburn Hills, MI
09.2014 - Current
  • Responsibilities include the design and development of 'Next Gen' steering wheels. Guidance and support to the application team to solve design issues, DV, and PV test issues.
  • Completing projects and reports within the defined timeline and budget from concert through DV.
  • Worked on Next-Gen projects such as Hollow SW, Universal Armature/Frame, Mechanical, and Level 3 Automation SW as per OEMs' requests and requirements (patent pending on some projects).
  • Coordinate meetings with the application team, initiate activities, and evaluate alternatives as needed to meet deliverables according to project timing and monetary budget.
  • Responsible for supporting and approving application project milestones, i.e., CR, DV, PV, DVPNR.
  • Provides technical direction to the CAD, CAE, physical testing, and fabrication/build team.
  • Communicate with supporting teams regarding costs, quality, purchasing, and tooling issues.
  • Investigate new technologies, advanced manufacturing, and designing techniques, and coordinate with suppliers.
  • Propose new ideas based on customer and competitor activities that may improve the operations and portfolio of the organization.

Interior Trim Design & Release Engineer

Ford Motor Company
Dearborn, MI
01.2012 - 09.2014
  • Responsibilities include coordinating the design, development, and release of interior components for designated programs from concept through vehicle launch, which includes supplier interface, budget and package reviews, DV and PV reports, DFMEA, BOM, etc.
  • Was responsible for the launch of 18 components for the 2015 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX as a hard-trim DRE for the NA, China, and EMEA regions.
  • Supported a large, cross-functional product development team.
  • Led the in-house design team to design multiple components/subsystems, and provided build and design requirements.
  • Resolve launch, DV, PV test, FEC, and safety issues, etc.
  • Coordinated with the supplier to resolve the production tool issue, PV test, AQPQ, PPAP, supplier quality, gauge R&R, grain gloss issue, and completed the required signoffs.
  • As a launch representative for hard trim, I coordinate with vehicle operations (assembly plant), the vehicle new model team, and the program management team on component delivery timing, the assembly process, and the change control process.
  • I worked for six months as launch support for the Ford Kuga (EMEA) and the Ford Escape (China).
  • Implemented the VA/VE idea, which saved approximately $90,000 annually.
  • Evaluated and compiled vehicle BOM to include configurations.
  • Efficiently coordinated with international and domestic suppliers to resolve production issues and ensure quality components.

Moldflow Analyst

Feamold Inc.
Troy, MI
02.2011 - 01.2012
  • Responsibilities include running Autodesk Moldflow, investigating and iterating the processing conditions using 'if what scenarios' through injection molding simulation to optimize the molding process.
  • Worked on under-hood plastics, interior, and exterior components.
  • Conducted mold flow analysis for most automotive OEMs and suppliers.
  • Organize data and conduct team review meetings for the optimization of work.

Research Assistant

Oakland University
09.2008 - 12.2010
  • Worked on an advanced optical measurement technique called Digital Image Correlation (DIC) for the measurement and identification of strain concentration and maximum displacement in new alloy and composite sheet metal subjected to external force.
  • Worked on projects for the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), Dayton, Ohio, GM, and FCA.
  • Research work included mapping of the stress-strain plot, diagnostics, and development of new techniques of measurement.

Design & Development Engineer

Kirloskar Pneumatics Company Ltd.
Pune, India
08.2006 - 07.2008
  • As a Product Design and Development Engineer, I worked on the research and development of a new product line of reciprocating air compressors.
  • Utilize Catia V5 to design new product concepts, and coordinate prototyping, sampling, and testing processes.
  • As a Graduate Trainee, I was part of a rotational training program in different departments, such as design, production, assembly, finance, and purchase.

Education

Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Oakland University
Rochester, MI
12.2010

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering -

Pune University
India
06.2007

Skills

  • Teamcenter Proficiency
  • Solid works
  • CATIA V5
  • Moldflow R12
  • UGNX3
  • Microsoft Office Proficiency

Publications

  • Validation of DIC for Sheet Metal Strain Measurement, SAE 2010 World Congress, 04/01/10, Detroit, MI
  • Whole Field Strain Measurement of Aluminum Sheet Tensile Test Using DIC, International Auto Body Congress (IABC), 11/01/09, Troy, MI, USA
  • A Novel Approach for Study of Properties of Sheet Metals Using Digital Image Correlation, Journal of Material Evaluation, 10/01/10
  • Characterization of flow stress curve for AHSS sheet metal using digital image correlation, Graduate Thesis for MSME, 11/01/10, Oakland University

Projects & technical Forum Presentations

  • Monochromatic Light Illuminated High-Speed Digital Image Correlation (MLI-HS-DIC) System for Full-field High Temperature Strain & Displacement Measurement, United States Air Force Research & Development, Intelligent Automation Incorporated (IAI- Dayton Ohio)
  • Nondestructive Testing of Spot-weld Advance Battery adaptor using Shearography System, General Motor, GM R&D
  • Design of Skid Line Simulation Machine for Sheet Metal Surface Quality Analysis using Digital Image Correlation (DIC), Auto/Steel Partnership (USAMP), Chrysler, Ford, General Motor
  • Whole Filed strain measurement at necking & fracture zone for different anisotropic steel sheet material, Auto/Steel Partnership (USAMP), Chrysler, Ford, General Motor
  • Establishing Ratio of Fracture Strain to Incipient Necking Strain for AHS Steels in Plane Strain Tension for large sheet metal specimen, Auto/Steel Partnership (USAMP), Chrysler, Ford, General Motor
  • Optical Measurement & Nondestructive Testing Techniques in Automotive Engineering, SAE 2010 World Congress & Exhibition, 04/01/10, Detroit, MI
  • Strain measurement at high temperature using Digital Image Correlation, SAE 2009 World Congress & Exhibition, 11/01/09, Detroit, MI

Timeline

Senior Development Engineer (Core Steering Wheel)

Joyson Safety System Inc.
09.2014 - Current

Interior Trim Design & Release Engineer

Ford Motor Company
01.2012 - 09.2014

Moldflow Analyst

Feamold Inc.
02.2011 - 01.2012

Research Assistant

Oakland University
09.2008 - 12.2010

Design & Development Engineer

Kirloskar Pneumatics Company Ltd.
08.2006 - 07.2008

Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Oakland University

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering -

Pune University

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