AKASH KUMAR

Discipline Ergonomics Engineer

ALSTOM Transport India Limited

Bangalore

07.2023 - Current

Led major Indian rail projects including IR50, CoCo, BoBo, CMRL, and DMRC, managing design reviews, requirement gathering, and coordination with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth execution of ergonomic deliverables.
Spearheaded critical international projects such as CTDOT, applying advanced ergonomic and human factors expertise aligned with U.S. standards (MIL-STD-1472, ADA, 49 CFR).
Conducted comprehensive driver desk ergonomic assessments using CATIA Human Builder and Assembly Design tools, resulting in significant design revisions and an 80% improvement in driver cab comfort.
Performed maintenance risk assessments and component analysis for PERTH EMU, DMU, and X-Trap projects, contributing to a reliability and safety improvement of up to 85%.
Executed cab visibility studies for MSRL Tender, New Zealand, and DMRC using CATIA Part Design and Human Builder, contributing to optimal driver cab layout design that aligns with standards and enhances user comfort.
Conducted human risk assessments for projects such as CTDOT and Athens L4, identifying user-related risks in product design and manufacturing to enhance safety and usability.
Demonstrated strong knowledge of global railway and ergonomic standards including EN, AS, APTA, MIL-STD, PRM, and ADA.
Fostered a culture of collaboration by initiating weekly brainstorming sessions, resolving 90% of team challenges internally and promoting continuous improvement.
Authored detailed engineering documentation and consistently ensured timely, budget-compliant project delivery.

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