Elaheh Bagheri Zadeh
KOP,PA
Summary
Mechanical Design Engineer | Product Development | FEA/CFD Analysis Innovative and analytical mechanical engineer with expertise in 3D CAD modeling, design validation, and testing of complex mechanical systems. Proven track record of leading full product life-cycle activities—from concept and analysis to manufacturing support. Skilled in SolidWorks, GD&T, ASME Y14.5, and FEA/CFD tools, with strong cross-functional communication and supplier collaboration experience.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Air Products & Chemicals
11.2021 - Current
- Lead the mechanical design, analysis, and testing of pressure vessels, cryogenic storage tanks, and heat-exchangers for Hydrogen Pressure Swing Adsorption (PSA) systems.
- Create and review 3D models, fabrication drawings, and P&IDs to ensure compliance with ASME Sec. VIII and company standards.
- Design and validate mechanical/rotating equipment (compressors, blowers, pumps) and ASME pressure vessel + piping code knowledge including valve panels, piping assemblies, and PRV/RD configurations.
- Conduct stress and thermal calculations, shock-test design, and pressure-test procedures for critical components.
- Collaborate with manufacturing, procurement, and hands-on shop support to resolve fabrication challenges and ensure product reliability.
- Manage user access and permissions as Accuris Standards Administrator, maintaining engineering documentation and compliance.
- Key Tools: CATIA V5, SolidWorks, ANSYS Workbench, Compress, MATLAB
Mechanical Design Engineer
Entech Engineering
08.2019 - 10.2021
- Produced and maintained 3D BIM and Civil 3D models for major infrastructure projects including JFK Terminal One and Interfaith Medical Center.
- Integrated MEP systems and performed coordination modeling using NavisWorks, ensuring compliance with Port Authority standards.
- Supported project design reviews and developed pipe network models for storm drainage, gas, thermal, and utility systems.
- Key Tools: AutoCAD, Civil 3D, NavisWorks, SolidWorks
Mechanical Design Intern
FlyUpAV Inc.
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Designed and optimized 3D CAD models and performed CFD/FEA analyses for next-generation cargo personal air vehicles.
- Simulated aerodynamic performance of wheel assemblies using ANSYS Workbench and OpenFOAM, correlating results with experimental data.
- Conducted post-processing and visualization in MATLAB and Teplot to enhance design validation.
Graduate Research Assistant
Stony Brook University
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Developed a high-fidelity 3D CFD model to simulate sediment transport and wave-structure interactions using OpenFOAM.
- Conducted performance verification through experimental correlation and quantitative data analysis.
Mechanical Design Engineer
TurboTec Company
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Performed clearance and stress analyses on turbo-compressor components using ANSYS and Siemens NX.
- Designed airfoil improvements for performance efficiency through FEA and structural optimization.
Research Engineer
Niroo Research Institute
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Conducted fatigue, vibration, and buckling analyses of wind turbine towers through in-house code development.
Design Engineer
Perlite Company
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Designed and analyzed mechanical systems including top-belt conveyors, chain elevators, and cable conveyors using CAD and FEA tools.
Education
M.Sc. - Civil Engineering
Stony Brook University
USA05-2019
M.Sc. - Mechanical Design Engineering
Amirkabir University of Tech.
09-2010
B.Sc. - Mechanical Engineering
University of Tehran
Iran09-2008
Skills
- Mechanical & Structural Design
- 3D Modeling (CATIA V5, SolidWorks, Siemens NX, Inventor)
- GD&T / ASME Y145 Drafting Standards
- Finite Element Analysis (ANSYS, LS-DYNA, Workbench)
- Computational Fluid Dynamics Simulation (Fluent, OpenFOAM)
- Bill of Materials (BOM) / Engineering Change Requests (ECRs)
- Manufacturing Support & DFM/DFA
- Pressure Vessel Design (ASME Sec VIII, B313)
- Testing & Validation / Test Plan Development
- Cross-Functional Collaboration & Supplier Support
Certification
Engineer-in-Training (EIT), planning to obtain PE License in six months.
Timeline
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Air Products & Chemicals
11.2021 - Current
Mechanical Design Engineer
Entech Engineering
08.2019 - 10.2021
Mechanical Design Intern
FlyUpAV Inc.
06.2019 - 08.2019
Graduate Research Assistant
Stony Brook University
01.2017 - 01.2019
Mechanical Design Engineer
TurboTec Company
01.2014 - 01.2016
Research Engineer
Niroo Research Institute
01.2010 - 01.2012
Design Engineer
Perlite Company
01.2007 - 01.2008
M.Sc. - Civil Engineering
Stony Brook University
M.Sc. - Mechanical Design Engineering
Amirkabir University of Tech.
B.Sc. - Mechanical Engineering
University of Tehran