Professional Experiences
Mechanical Design Engineer
Vera C. Rubin Observatory
Tucson, AZ
Sep 2023 - Present
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Opto-mechanical and structural analysis of 3.4m secondary mirror
- Thermal and fluids engineering calculation of facility HVAC
- M1M3 vacuum lifting fixture and cell assembly integration at Cerro Pachón (8900' elevation)
Engineering Intern,
Blink Charging Co.
Tempe, AZ
Sep 2022 - Sep 2023
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3D CAD modeling & drawings using SolidWorks & ASME Y14.5 GD&T
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Acquired knowledge of IP, UL, and NEMA Standards for consumer electronics
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Created ECN, engineering documents, and product manuals
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Assisted product development with OEM, concept design, and product launch
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Performed engineering calculations or structural wind loads and validation using CFD
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Developed automation system for QA testing using Arduino and Python
Thermal Engg. Lab Aide
Interplanetary Initiative Lab
Tempe, AZ
Jul 2022 - Dec 2022
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Random vibration analysis (PSD) for 1U Cube-Sat using ANSYS Static Structure
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Thermal analysis of 3U Cube-Sat in Low Earth Orbit using Thermal Desktop
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Setup & performance enhancement of Cryogenic Vacuum Chamber at 10-3 Torr & -125℃
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Operated roughing and vacuum pumps
Marston Theater Technician
School of Earth and Space Exploration,
Tempe, AZ
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Develop and navigate 3D renderings of the Universe using real data for Astronomy outreach
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Prepare renderings using planetarium software "Sky-Skan" for Astrophysics and Cosmology
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K-12 Earth and Space Exploration outreach programs
Nov 2021 - Aug 2022
Project Intern
Bharat Forge Ltd.
Pune, India
Sep 2019 - Mar 2020
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Designed a system for precise measurement using Arduino MEGA
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Developed a CAD model of the frame and actuating mechanism using Solidworks
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Performed steady state von-mises stress analysis on the system elements using SimScale
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The prototype proved reduced tag time
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Published work: Automated Contactless Linear Measurement of FAB, IRJET V7.06.2020
Engineering Skillsets
Analysis Software: ANSYS | COMSOL Multiphysics | AbaqusCAE | Thermal Desktop
CAD Application: Solidworks | AutoCAD | Fusion 360
Programming: MATLAB | Arduino | Python | Mathematica
Utility Tools: MS Office | Google Suite | JIRA
Awards and Certifications
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NFF | OSHA: Certified Forklift Operator
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Graduate Scholarship: Interplanetary Initiative Award, Spring 2023
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Cornell edX: A Hands-on Introduction to Engineering Simulations
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Udemy: PCB/Electronics: Thermal Management, Cooling, and Derating | CFD simulations in COMSOL Multiphysics
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