BALAJI SRINIVASAN
Cleveland,TN
Summary
A committed Senior Mechanical Engineer Professional who specializes in Engineering Industry with extensive experience in New Product Design and Development, Machine Design and Machine Safety, Product Lifecycle Management, Project Management, Delivering Regulatory, Strategic implementation of projects. Having proven track record in delivering complex, multi-disciplined, and highly visible projects to senior stakeholders & management. Having first class executive leadership, negotiating skills and capable of providing authoritative guidance and having extensive experience in managing large size projects.
Diligent [Desired Position] with solid background in mechanical engineering and hands-on experience in designing and implementing innovative solutions. Successfully led cross-functional teams to develop and optimize mechanical systems. Demonstrated proficiency in project management and problem-solving.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Mechanical Engineer - Machine Design (Duracell- Contract Engineer)
L&T Technology Services
11.2021 - Current
- Led the design of battery manufacturing equipment and implemented robust machine guarding systems. Followed ANSI B11 series for machine safety standards and risk assessment.
- Engineered an innovative rejection chute mechanism for AA batteries, incorporating a Teflon twist chute design optimized through precise calculations of cell travel speed, rotation, and conveyor velocity.
- Cost estimation of design with Bottom-up method using break down each single components and consider material, manufacturing and packaging.
- Designed an advanced battery cell buffer storage system integrating chain transport mechanisms, proximity sensors for cell location, COGNEX sensors for detection, and optimized spring and bearing selections.
- Engineered an advanced 3V battery crimping station, featuring an improved press-tool design for lid closure and side crimping, incorporating precise punch & die designs with stack-up tolerances and GD&T, integrated with pneumatic FRL unit connections.
- Developed comprehensive machine guarding systems incorporating strategically placed safety switches, light curtains, and area scanners, ensuring full compliance with OSHA and ANSI standards while optimizing workplace safety.
- Profile Summary: Senior Mechanical Engineer (Machine Design)
Senior Packing Engineer (P&G- Contract Engineer)
P&G
03.2020 - 11.2021
- Led the installation and commissioning of a new packaging line from the front of the line to the end of the line.
- Prepared the layout using Best Value Option Analysis (BVOA), considering various equipment, conveyors, spirals, and overhead fire doors. I have considered ANSI/ ASME B20.1 and ANSI/ RIA R15.06.
- Prepared engineering information documents and coordinated construction activities to ensure seamless project execution.
- Developed safety maps with Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, identifying and defining locations for lock installation to ensure safe entry into machines and equipment.
- Prepared design specification documents for vendors and facilitated quote acquisition with specified lead times.
- Prepared manufacturing standards and Technology Transfer & Training (TT&T) documentation to assist customers in Vendor Acceptance Tests (VAT).
- Profile Summary: Senior Packing Engineer (Contract Engineer)
Product Design Engineer (John Deere- Contract Engineer)
John Deere
05.2015 - 02.2017
- Designed and installed flexible components in seeding machines, enhancing functionality and adaptability. Familiar with ASABE S506 and ASABE S477 standard for seeding machine component design.
- Ensured proper clamping of seed delivery and air supply hoses on fixed and movable components during machine folding and unfolding conditions.
- Selected appropriate end tube barbed fittings and barbed connectors for air supply hoses, ensuring effective down force on each row unit from an external compressor.
- Assisted internal engineering teams and external suppliers in technology and capabilities assessments to recommend sourcing for prototype components.
- Designed the manifold for air and seed mixture delivery and coordinated with vendors to ensure precise implementation.
- Profile Summary: Product Design Engineer (Contract Engineer)
Product Design Engineer (AGCO- Contract Engineer)
AGCO
05.2012 - 04.2015
- Designed and installed insecticide attachment in seeding machine row unit and validated design through FEA using Ansys 14.5.
- Contributed to the ground drive system design of a seeding machine by designing linkages for the drive and selecting appropriate sprockets and chains.
- Performed simulations of a linkage system under various conditions using Pro Mechanica, including engagement with the ground and ideal operating conditions.
- Contributed to the development of the electric drive system for individual row control, ensuring accurate seed dropping, singulation, and correct population on each row unit.
- Focused on optimizing row units and demonstrated a strong understanding of seeding machine drive systems.
- Created detailed drawings for both prototype and production builds, and was involved in the development of prototypes in the shop while conducting Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA).
- Profile Summary: Product Design Engineer (Contract Engineer)
Design Engineer (L&T, India)
L&T, India
10.2004 - 04.2012
Education
Bachelor of Engineering (B. E) - Industrial Engineering
Anna University, College of Engineering
Chennai01.2007
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Rajagopal Polytechnic, Department of Technical Education
01.1998
Skills
- Design Engineering/ New Product Design and Development/ Mechanical Engineering
- Machine Design and Machine Safety
- Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
- Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
- Design Verification & Validation and Optimization
- Project Management
- People Management/ Team Management
- Software Used: SolidWorks 2021, CREO 20, SolidWorks EPDM, Creo Windchill, ANSYS Work Bench 145, CAD and CAE Tools
- Engineering calculations
- Materials selection
Accomplishments
- Increased company revenue [Number]% with contributions to [Project or Product Name].
Certification
- Certification in Six Sigma Foundations from LinkedIn.
- Certification in FEA for Design Engineers from SAE.
Disclaimer
I do hereby declare that all the above provided information is true and authentic to the best of my knowledge.
Functional Expertise
- Results-driven professional, with 19+ years of experience in New Product Design and Development, Machine Design and Machine Safety, High Speed Manufacturing with B. E in Industrial Engineering and proven track record in increasing productivity, quality and client satisfaction.
- Led the Design and Development of advanced machinery, focusing on optimizing performance, reliability, and manufacturability with DFMEA & Stack up analysis.
- Applied Advanced Engineering Principles to solve complex design challenges and enhance machine functionality and efficiency.
- Developed and Maintained Design Documentation, including detailed specifications, engineering drawings, and assembly instructions, engineering information and technical training document.
- Senior Mechanical Engineer and Initiative Leader with a proven track record in envisioning, developing, and delivering new product designs for battery-making machine components and agricultural machinery.
- Hands-on Technical Leader with extensive experience in the product development lifecycle, lean management, and enhancing manufacturing efficiency.
- Expert in Machine Design and Guarding, with a solid background in ensuring safety and functionality in complex machinery.
Timeline
Senior Mechanical Engineer - Machine Design (Duracell- Contract Engineer)
L&T Technology Services
11.2021 - Current
Senior Packing Engineer (P&G- Contract Engineer)
P&G
03.2020 - 11.2021
Product Design Engineer (John Deere- Contract Engineer)
John Deere
05.2015 - 02.2017
Product Design Engineer (AGCO- Contract Engineer)
AGCO
05.2012 - 04.2015
Design Engineer (L&T, India)
L&T, India
10.2004 - 04.2012
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Rajagopal Polytechnic, Department of Technical Education
Bachelor of Engineering (B. E) - Industrial Engineering
Anna University, College of Engineering