ANSYS WORKBENCH
ARUN SASI S J
Engineering Manager
Trivandrum,Kerala
Summary
Results-driven and adaptable Mechanical Engineer with 11+ years of experience across engineering consultancy, aerospace, biomedical, and academia. Expertise in mechanical design, piping stress analysis, FEA, CFD, risk analysis (FMEA/FMECA), and project management. Currently serving as an Engineering Manager leading mechanical design teams for power, piping, and heavy industry projects with major clients including Bhavani Erectors, NPCIL, Bhilai Steel, KPCL, Billion Energy, CECON, TCE etc. Strong background in cross-functional team leadership, vendor coordination, design review (GAD checks), and lifecycle management of complex systems.
Overview
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Languages
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Certifications
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineering Manager / Senior Mechanical Engineer
Edel Engineering Services
08.2025 - Current
- Lead the mechanical design and analysis team for EPC projects in power, piping, and heavy industry.
- Preparation of Technical Specification and Datasheets of Bought-out Items for Refurbishment / Life Extension Work for Raichur Thermal Power Station(RTPS)-Unit1.
- Manage project planning, execution, and delivery ensuring compliance with client requirements.
- Conduct FEA (ANSYS), piping stress analysis (Caesar II), and design validation for critical components.
- Review and approve General Arrangement Drawings (GAD), Piping Isometric Drawings and Detailed drawings to ensuring accuracy and alignment with project standards.
- Collaborate with clients (BEPL, NPCL, Bhilai Steel etc) and vendors for design reviews, technical clarifications, and project coordination.
- Worked on mechanical system design, structural integrity, and stress analysis for large-scale projects.
- Coordinated with clients and multidisciplinary teams for smooth project execution.
Senior Project Associate – Biomedical Engineering
Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences & Technology (SCTIMST)
11.2024 - 08.2025
- Managed end-to-end device development lifecycle, from concept to commercialization.
- Conducted risk analysis (FMECA) and developed mitigation strategies to ensure patient safety.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams across engineering, testing, and clinical departments.
Mechanical Design & Analysis Engineer – Aerospace
LPSC / ISRO
02.2023 - 11.2024
- Performed Finite Element Analysis (FEA) for structural and thermal behavior of aerospace components using ANSYS APDL & Workbench.
- Investigated mechanical failures during testing and manufacturing, improving reliability.
- Contributed to cross-functional collaboration, enhancing project success rate by 10%.
Assistant Professor – Mechanical Engineering
Mohandas College of Engineering & Technology (MCET)
11.2014 - 02.2023
- Taught graduate-level mechanical engineering courses and supervised laboratory sessions.
- Guided student projects and published research papers, winning Best Paper Award in National Conference.
Education
M.Tech / Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering (Machine Design)
University of Kerala – MBCET
08.2014
B.Tech / Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Kerala – MCET
06.2011
Skills
Design Software: Autodesk Inventor, Space Claim, CATIA, CREO
Analysis Software: ANSYS APDL, ANSYS Workbench, Caesar II, ABAQUS
Accomplishments
- Best Paper Award – National Conference on Innovative Design, MBCET
- Led multiple successful client projects for BEPL, NPCIL, Bhilai Steel, CECON, KPCL, TCE etc.
Software
SPACECLAIM
CAESAR-II
AUTODESK INVENTER
CATIA
CREO
ANSYS APDL
Certification
NEBOSH IGC – Occupational Health & Safety
Interests
OUTDOOR GAMES
READING BOOK
WATCHING MOVIES
References
- Sivasubramonion, Retd. Group Director, Structural Engineering Group, b.sivasubramonion@gmail.com, +91 9496090085, VSSC/ISRO
- Viswanath, V, Group Head, SDAG, Mechanical Design & Analysis, v_viswanath@lpsc.gov.in, +91 9446154235, LPSC/ISRO
- Ashalatha, Thampuran, Former Principal, Govt. College of Engg, Trivandrum & Director, director@mcetonline.com, +91 9809921522, MCET
Timeline
Engineering Manager / Senior Mechanical Engineer
Edel Engineering Services
08.2025 - Current
Senior Project Associate – Biomedical Engineering
Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences & Technology (SCTIMST)
11.2024 - 08.2025
Mechanical Design & Analysis Engineer – Aerospace
LPSC / ISRO
02.2023 - 11.2024
Assistant Professor – Mechanical Engineering
Mohandas College of Engineering & Technology (MCET)
11.2014 - 02.2023
B.Tech / Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Kerala – MCET
M.Tech / Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering (Machine Design)
University of Kerala – MBCET