Ayut Sainju
St. Michael,MN
Summary
Mechanical Engineer with 10 years of experience across various industries, such as medical devices, valve industry and recreational consumer products. Passionate about improving quality of life through technology and innovation. Seeking to leverage product development and project management skills while continuing to grow in engineering and leadership roles.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER IV
DeZURIK Inc.
08.2023 - Current
- Designed Butterfly valves from sizes 10" to 84" per customer requirements.
- Develop high-temperature butterfly valves with class-leading metal-to-metal sealing performance.
- Analyze and simulate 3D computer models to ensure mechanical integrity.
- Design CAD models in SolidWorks and create drawings using ASME Y14.5 GDnT scheme,
- Brainstorm with engineers and designers to implement and refine valve design to improve cost and manufacturing processes.
- Supported continuing engineering department with sustaining projects during down time.
- Implemented stress analysis simulation to understand the valve's behavior under different condition, thus minimizing the need for prototype iterations.
- Perform tolerance analysis to ensure proper performance at elevated temperatures.
- Use of exotic alloys for bearings to ensure the performance in both normal and extreme conditions.
- Assist and overlook the assembly and testing of valves
- Managed fast paced projects of about 6 month timeline and delivered product to customer on time.
- Delivered good quality products that met customer satisfaction which opened door to possible multi-million orders in future.
DESIGN ENGINEER II
Quality Bicycle Products
09.2020 - 07.2023
- Collaborated cross-functionally to define project scope and requirements.
- Managed multiple projects pertaining to different product line at the same time.
- Designed bicycle and accessories per ISO and ASME standards.
- Design, tested and released next generation of racks that were previously plagued by safety recall.
- Created 3D models and engineering drawings with GD&T (ASME Y14.5).
- Performed FEA analysis on bicycle frame and racks to verify design integrity.
- Created FMEA and test protocols for high risk components.
- Contributed to root cause analysis to determine core reason for failures and errors..
- Collaborated with international vendor to improve design, cost and manufacturing process.
- Managed documents within SolidWorks Vault and SharePoint.
- Assisted in the design of new SolidWorks EPDM system.
MECHANICAL ENGINEER
Deerfield Imaging (IMRIS)
02.2015 - 09.2020
- Designed and modeled components using SolidWorks per product requirements.
- Performed stress analysis on critical components using FEA.
- Released product documentation through ECOs and PCOs.
- Organized design reviews with cross-functional teams.
- Led CAPA projects to address design and process issues.
- Managed SolidWorks EPDM system with IT support.
R&D MECHANICAL ENGINEERING INTERN
IMRIS
07.2014 - 02.2015
- Reduced backlog of NCRs from 1,000 to 20 as part of a sustaining effort.
- collaborated with other engineers and technicians to find the root cause of the design issues pertaining to the NCRs.
- Generated ECOs to resolve design issues.
- Assisted in Robotic Surgical Arm prototype assembly and testing.
DESIGN ENGINEERING INTERN
NorthStar Fire Protection
02.2013 - 12.2013
- Designed sprinkler systems using AutoCAD and Navisworks.
- Estimated project costs and reviewed peer designs for accuracy.
- Collaborated to integrate fire protection systems with HVAC and electrical systems.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Mechanical Engineering
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
05.2014
Associate Degree - Physics and Mathematics
San Jacinto College
Houston, TX05.2011
Skills
- Design Tools: SolidWorks, SolidWorks EPDM, SolidWorks Simulation, AutoCAD, MathCAD,
- ERP & Collaboration: NetSuite ERP, Microsoft Office, SharePoint
- Engineering Methods: FEA, FMEA, CAPA, Tolerance Analysis, GD&T (ASME Y145)
- Manufacturing: 3D Printing, Sheet Metal, Casting, Fiberglass, Machining, Injection Molding
Certification
GeoTool Pro Fundamentals (Based on ASME Y14.5)
Timeline
MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER IV
DeZURIK Inc.
08.2023 - Current
DESIGN ENGINEER II
Quality Bicycle Products
09.2020 - 07.2023
MECHANICAL ENGINEER
Deerfield Imaging (IMRIS)
02.2015 - 09.2020
R&D MECHANICAL ENGINEERING INTERN
IMRIS
07.2014 - 02.2015
DESIGN ENGINEERING INTERN
NorthStar Fire Protection
02.2013 - 12.2013
Associate Degree - Physics and Mathematics
San Jacinto College
Bachelor’s Degree - Mechanical Engineering
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
Hobbies and Interests
Photography, Biking, Traveling, Trekking/Hiking, Rock Climbing, Soccer
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