Pawan Kattel

Belmont,CA

Summary

Versatile Mechanical Design Engineer with half a decade of academic and industry experience. Demonstrated expertise in CAD design, troubleshooting assembly issues and optimizing material flow efficiency on the production floor.

A motivated and proactive Engineer with a passion for product design and optimization, ready to contribute to the success of innovative projects and drive continuous improvement in a professional environment.

Overview

year of professional experience

Work History

NPI Intern

Gener8

10.2022 - Current

Utilized SolidWorks to design optical block fixtures to ensure precise alignment during assembly and testing
Drafted work instructions, Engineering Change Orders, and managed large assembly BOM using PLM software.
Strengthened production line by troubleshooting assembly issues and standardized production floor processes, thus reducing cycle time by 30%.
Applied CMM technology to inspect and validate machined parts' tolerances in accordance with engineering drawings
Collaborated with engineers from diverse engineering disciplines to perform root cause analysis and effectively communicated finding to superiors.

Summer Design Intern

Agape -1 Technology

05.2022 - 08.2022

Developed comprehensive CAD design for robot frame utilizing SolidWorks software
Performed precise cutting and welding of metals through application of a plasma cutter and MIG welder
Collaborated in fabrication of robot’s frame and body
Enhanced proficiency in material selection, effective communication, and fostered valuable relationships with colleagues from diverse engineering disciplines.

Senior Project

SPARTAN Superway

08.2022 - 05.2023

Used CAD software to design a track & guide way system and employed 3D Printers and laser cutter to fabricate a functional modular track
Led the fabrication of the project by overseeing the tolerance and fitment issues of 3D printed components
Led weekly meetings by reflecting on weekly progress and discussed design challenges
Delivered presentations to showcase project progress, results, and achievements to faculty and peers
Prepared a comprehensive technical report documenting the project, encompassing key design considerations, methodologies, experimental findings, and project outcomes
FEA, Stress analysis of a connecting rod

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

San Jose State University

05.2023

Skills

Hardware: 3D printing, Laser Cutting, Milling, Lathe, Welding, Assembly

Software: SolidWorks, MATLAB, ANSYS, Python, LabVIEW, Microsoft Office, PLM software

Accomplishments

Dean's list.

Affiliations

Member, Tau Beta Pi, The Engineering Honor Society.... Member, Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society....Member, American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)

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