Jigar Bhalodiya

Dynamic Mechanical Engineer with over a decade of experience in machinery maintenance, tool procurement, and inventory management, excelling as a Mechanical Workshop Manager. Proven expertise in curriculum development, class scheduling, exam creation, and conducting lab experiments as an Assistant Professor, effectively engaging mechanical engineering students through insightful lectures in mathematics and thermal engineering. Actively involved in innovation and startup initiatives, driving industry-relevant solutions while serving as a CNC and fabrication trainer dedicated to hands-on skill development. A creative thinker committed to transforming ideas into reality through advanced technology and design techniques, complemented by strong problem-solving abilities that enhance team collaboration and project outcomes.

(1) IC Engines & Gas Turbines (2) Teaching and Learning in Engineering, NPTEL

• Gained extensive experience in diverse engineering domains through active participation in various academic and professional events.
• Attended webinars on job opportunities for design engineers, Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), and 3D printing, enhancing understanding of emerging technologies and their industry applications.
• Contributed as a mentor in hackathons and as a judge in cultural events like Aradhana-2023 and Aradhana-2024, guiding participants and evaluating performances.
• Led and contributed to workshops at Dr. Subhash University on machine shop operations, CNC operations, refrigeration and air-conditioning maintenance, and machine assembly/disassembly.
• Published research papers, including a literature review on automatic pesticide sprayers and a study on heat transfer in four-stroke SI engine fins.
• Participated in seminars on problem-based learning, entrepreneurship, and teaching methodologies, further developing professional and pedagogical skills.
• Guided more than 100 innovative mechanical projects, fostering creativity and problem-solving skills in students.