YATIN JAYAWANT

9548, University Terrace Drive, Apt D E-mail: yatinj1@yahoo.com

Charlotte, NC 28262, USA Phone: (704) 248-2488

OBJECTIVE
Seeking a position within an exciting field of Mechanical Engineering, particularly in Computer Aided Engineering and
analysis to utilize and enhance my skills, both as an individual and as a team player.

EDUCATION
M.S. Mechanical Engineering May 09
The University of North Carolina at Charlotte, Charlotte, NC, (GPA: 3.3/4.00)
B.S. (Mechanical Engineering) Aug 05
University of Pune, Pune, India, graduated First Class with Distinction (GPA: 4.0/4.00)

MS Research Thesis
 Investigation of geometric effects in spot-weld modeling and a new spot-weld model for Finite Element crash
simulations
• Nonlinear Finite Element Analysis with Hypermesh as preprocessor and LS-Dyna as postprocessor
• Contact analysis, LS-DYNA deck creation, material and component modeling
• Reviewed current spot-weld models used in crash analysis of automobiles
• Simulated impact of top-hat section with rigid wall with stress and failure analysis
• Developed new modeling technique of mesh independent spot-weld model with remeshing zone
• C program for spot weld position optimization for different number of spot-welds
• FE model with different meshes using Hypermesh for crash analysis
• Implemented with nonlinear materials for tube and spot-weld as rigid links for crashworthiness testing
• Compared models based on mean crush force, energy absorbed and folding patterns
Projects
 Finite element analysis of Bicycle frame, Cantilever Beam, Hand rail structure & Space Grid Structure
• Use ABAQUS to analyze different aspects; FE models with different mesh sizes
• Application of Boundary Conditions and Loads; Three dimensional stress, strain analysis
 Product design of Compressible Trash Can
• Started from customer needs, then Concept generation/selection/testing
• Actual drawing, financial model, sensitivity analysis, marketing strategies

• Finite Element Analysis
• 3D Modeling
• Drafting
• Office & Language
SKILLS
: ABAQUS, Hypermesh, LS-DYNA
: Solid Works, Pro Engineer, CATIA V5
: Auto CAD
: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint 2003, NVU, C programming

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Teaching and Graduate Assistant, University of North Carolina at Charlotte Fall 06 – Spring 08
Mechanical Analysis Finite Element Analysis and ABAQUS Thermal & Fluids Lab

Product Development Intern, Premier Ltd., Pune, India Apr 06 – Jun 06

• Independently handled a design project using ISO standards to create 3D product designs using CATIA V5
• Generated CAD/CAE data, worked with product development team and developed a part program for CNC

Design Engineer, Spaco Carburetors (I) Pvt. Ltd., Pune, India Jul 05 - Jun 06
Design
• Coordinated cross functional teams for procurement, building, testing and delivering new product
• Worked with test and failure analysis engineering for solving design issues.
• Conducted Failure Mode Effect Analysis (FMEA) for design changes to achieve structural integrity
• Implemented Design for Manufacturing(DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) with root cause analysis
• Extensively used AutoCAD and Solid Works to prepare drawings for tools, fixtures and company layouts
• Developed electro-mechanical, air pressured fixtures for easy operation
• Initiated a “Tool Monitoring and Tool Crib” system which is first of its kind in the company
• Implemented standardization of tools ( Single Step Drill in place of two normal drills )
• Researched and specified proper materials and finishing operations to designed components
Product and Process Development
• Initiated pilot orders for new machines and instruments with verification, validation and testing
• Reviewed designs according to Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) format
• Performed Production Process Characterizations (PPC), qualifications, and validations
• Created and maintained new and existing process documentations
• Assisted in the preparation of machine operator manuals and maintained control charts
Manufacturing
• Monitored daily production of assembly as well as machining lines (supervised about 100 people in a shift)
• As a supervisor, involved in fabrication, installation, operation and repair of mechanical products
• Reviewed blue prints and schematics and recommended changes for optimality
• Established manufacturing process routings by organizing the logical steps in the assembly process
• Feasibility testing to confirm machine and system capabilities
Quality Assurance
• As an auditor, analyzed the design, operation and testing procedures for equipments and components.
• Worked on Six Sigma Black Belt Project using DMAIC principals( saving in approx $4000/anum)
• Implemented “5 S”, initiated Kaizens and presented results to the company management
• Resolved system malfunctions and provided support to engineers on technical issues.
• Performed Breakdown analysis and OEE monitoring

Design Intern, Tata Motors (Engines Division), Pune, India Aug 04 – Apr 05
• Worked with vendors and manufacturing personnel to solve design issues
• With Virtual prototyping of component, designed hydraulic and pneumatic controls for smoother operation
• Designed and automate the drilling operation (Cylinder block drilling, two holes of diameter 2mm depth 7mm)
• Improved the productivity and efficiency by 2% and accomplished a 5% reduction in scrap and tool breakage

Machine Design and Vibrations
Theory of Elasticity
Dynamics of Machinery
CAD/CAM
Engineering Design Optimization
RELEVANT COURSEWORK
Finite Element Analysis
Mechanical Behavior of Materials
Engineering Metallurgy
Applied Mechanics
Applied Thermodynamics
Manufacturing Processes
Product & Process Design
Strength of Materials
Industrial Management
Heat Transfer

Term papers
 “On metal foams with focus on failure behavior” – Mechanical Behavior of Materials
• Types and manufacturing processes; Design for Fatigue, creep, yield and fracture behavior
 “Buckling in columns, beams and cylinders” – Theory of Elasticity
• Orthotropic materials, curvilinear co ordinates; Buckling, Bending analysis
 “Design of Modular Fixtures” – Manufacturing Processes

ACTIVITIES
• Actively participated in Swimming and Tennis courses, secured A grade Fall 07
• Committee Member, Triveni, Indian Students Association, UNC Charlotte
• Attended Altair Hyperworks seminar and learned Hypermesh from company people
• Successfully completed training in CATIA V5 by University of Pune, India

AWARDS AND HONORS

• Graduate School Scholarship for Fall 06, Spring 07 and Fall 07 for Academic Excellence.
• Participated in the annual ASPE conference in October 2006 at Monterey, CA