CONVERGE
Saurabh Sharma
Model Based Development Engineer II
Novi,MI
Summary
Experienced CFD Engineer with hands-on experience working to enhance overall diesel engine and after treatment system performance for customer and environment. Creative, logical approach for generating new ideas and solutions, with ability to transition through to part development. Detail-driven professional with attention to exceeding expectations and improving product design.
Overview
6
6
years of post-secondary education
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Model Based Development Engineer II
Isuzu North America Corporation
Plymouth, MI
05.2018 - Current
- Prepared technical presentations for internal and client project engineering review.
- Worked along with Southwest Research Institute (SWRI) and National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) in developing the natural gas (NG) combustion based SI engine.
- Developed the methodology to predict the thermal behavior of the after treatment system of diesel engine during the real road driving condition.
- Collaborated with design engineers to support product design testing using virtual platform.
- Applied engineering methods for sound product design to manage understandable execution of calculations and best practices.
- Met with customers onsite to better understand project needs, discuss potential technical issues and resolve concerns.
- Tested models of alternate designs and processing methods to assess feasibility, operating condition effects, possible new applications and necessity of modification.
- Developed strategy to use 3D CFD combustion model for the engine testing at wide range of operating condition.
- Developed methodology to build semi-empirical emission models to be used across wide range of engine platforms for US and Japan domestic market.
Model Based Development Engineer I
Isuzu North America Corporation
Plymouth, MI
01.2017 - 05.2018
- Constructed technology development plans to create value for organization.
- Developed Lubrication and cooling model for diesel engine on 1D platform using GT suite.
- Developed model to predict the urea deposition phenomenon in SCR based after treatment system using 3D CFD tool CONVERGE.
- Developed the Conjugated Heat Transfer (CHT) model to predict the temperature distribution at the tip of fuel injector.
- Supported the test engineer in conducting the test to collect data for the 1D and 3D CFD model development
CFD Intern
Isuzu North America Corporation
Plymouth, MI
05.2016 - 12.2016
- Worked closely with 1D engine model development team and testing team to collect the data for developing 3D CFD diesel combustion model.
- Developed 3D CFD diesel combustion model using CONVERGE.
- Developed 3D CFD flow bench model for developing the Intake and Exhaust valve flow model in 1D engine model.
Teaching Assistant
University Of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL
08.2015 - 05.2016
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Assessed student assignments to check quality and completeness before submission for grading.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
SRM University
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India 08.2010 - 05.2014
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University Of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL 08.2014 - 12.2016
Skills
Simulation and modeling
Troubleshooting
Relationship-Building
Cultural awareness
Microsoft Office
Analytical skills
MS Office
Organization and Time management
Excellent work ethic
Collaboration
Software
GT Suite
MATLAB
Python
MS Office
Hobbies
Like to play outdoor sports like Cricket, Tennis and Golf
Timeline
Model Based Development Engineer II
Isuzu North America Corporation
05.2018 - Current
Model Based Development Engineer I
Isuzu North America Corporation
01.2017 - 05.2018
CFD Intern
Isuzu North America Corporation
05.2016 - 12.2016
Teaching Assistant
University Of Illinois At Chicago
08.2015 - 05.2016
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University Of Illinois At Chicago
08.2014 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
SRM University
08.2010 - 05.2014