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Madhuri Vasantada

Madhuri Vasantada

Chennai

Summary

Results-driven Senior CAE Specialist with 10+ years of experience in Finite Element Analysis (FEA), structural simulations, and durability assessments across automotive and engineering domains. Proven expertise in full-vehicle assemblies, crashworthiness, strength and stiffness analysis, and impact simulations using industry-leading tools like ANSA, Abaqus, and JIRA.

Complementing technical excellence with an MBA from Great Lakes Institute of Management, offering a strategic approach to project management, cross-functional collaboration, and process optimization. Recently certified in UI/UX design from Guvi Geek Network (IITM Incubated), bringing a user-centric perspective to engineering solutions.

Adept at leading teams, implementing Agile methodologies, and driving digital transformation initiatives to enhance workflow efficiency. Passionate about innovation, safety compliance, and delivering high-performance engineering solutions aligned with business objectives.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sr.CAE Specialist

SACHA ENGINEERING SERVICES (Client : FORD)
Chennai
04.2024 - 04.2025
  • Conducted the simulation to evaluate the door trim’s response to static loads, focusing on critical output parameters such as stress distribution and deformation.
  • Generated detailed reports summarizing findings, including areas of potential failure, stress peaks, and recommendations for design modifications.
  • Analyzed results using LS-Dyna post-processing tools and third-party software (e.g., HyperMesh, HyperView) to visualize deformation patterns and stress concentrations.
  • Recommended design improvements based on simulation results to enhance strength and reduce weight, such as material selection changes and geometric modifications, such as adding ribs, increasing thickness, and adding gussets.

Projects:

  • Quality Feel Analysis of Door Trims: Conducted quality feel analysis of interior trim components to evaluate maximum allowable deflection at high, medium, and low touch points. (LS-Dyna solver)
  • Structural analysis of the door trim panel: Performed maximum deflection and structural stiffness analysis of door trim panels to check deformation under applied loads, evaluated material performance, and optimized design for improved rigidity and durability. (LS-Dyna solver)
  • Bedplate analysis: Conducted structural and durability analysis of bedplates to evaluate stress distribution, deformation, and fatigue life under static and dynamic loading conditions.(Abaqus Solver)

Sr.CAE Simulation Engineer / Sr.Analyst

Valeo India Private Limited
Chennai
10.2019 - 04.2024
  • Designed and optimized automobile front-end module products such as bolster, front-end carrier, AGS, and bumper for Daimler, FCA, Stellantis, Honda, and Nissan projects.
  • Involved in structural and dynamic analysis (both part and assembly level) of powertrain components.
  • Responsible for reporting simulation results and proposing design recommendations to design teams and clients to meet the design targets.

Projects:

  • Modal analysis: Performed model analysis to evaluate the strength and durability of AGS, Bolster, and Bumper beam for Honda, Daimler, Nissan, and Stellantis.( Optistruct solver )
  • FRF: Conducted frequency response analysis to evaluate the dynamic behavior of components under vibrational loads. Identified natural frequencies, mode shapes, and resonance risks longevity. (Optistruct solver )
  • Safety: Performed push-pull safety analysis for bolster components to assess structural integrity under dynamic loading conditions. Evaluated strength, durability, and failure risks using Finite Element Analysis (FEA). Optimized design for enhanced safety, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and improving overall product reliability.(LS-Dyna)
  • Ball Impact Analysis on AGS Assembly: Conducted ball impact analysis on the Active Grille Shutter (AGS) assembly to evaluate structural integrity and impact resistance.(LS-DYNA & Optistruct )
  • AGS Vane Strength Analysis: Performed strength analysis of Active Grille Shutter (AGS) vanes using Finite Element Analysis (FEA). Assessed structural integrity under aerodynamic and mechanical loads, evaluated stress distribution, and identified potential failure points. (LS-DYNA & Optistruct )
  • Over-torque test on the hub of passenger cars: Conducted overtorque testing on passenger car hubs to evaluate structural integrity and failure limits under excessive torque conditions. Analyzed stress distribution, deformation, and failure modes using experimental testing. (ANSYS WB , MECHANICAL APDL , SPACECLAIM , DESIGN MODELLER )

CAE Lead Engineer

Satyam ventures Engineering services (Client : Ford )
Chennai
08.2014 - 09.2019
  • Experienced in 2D and 3D modeling using the ANSA pre-processing tool for Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
  • Proficient in geometry cleanup, meshing (shell and solid), connections, and model assembly for structural, crash, and NVH simulations.
  • Led a CAE modeling team to deliver high-quality, full vehicle assemblies for analysis. Managed 2D and 3D meshing, geometry cleanup, connections, and model integration using ANSA.

Projects :

DOOR TRIM, HOOD, and BIW Modeling for the Durability team: Performed CAE modeling of Door Trim, Hood, and Body-in-White (BIW) components for durability analysis. Utilized ANSA for geometry cleanup, meshing (2D and 3D), and model assembly. (ANSA)

Safety Vehicle Integration: Led safety vehicle integration by coordinating CAE simulations and design optimizations for crashworthiness, occupant protection, and regulatory compliance. (ANSA , HM , Radioss solver)

Frontal and Rear Impact Analysis for Control Model: Conducted frontal and rear impact simulations for a control model to evaluate crash performance and structural integrity. (Radioss)

Education

UI UX - Design Thinking

IIT Madras
Chennai
01-2024

MBA - Marketing And Sales

Greatlakes Institute of Management
Chennai
05-2019

B.E - Mechanical Engineering

Andhra University
vishakhpatnam
05-2014

Board of Intermediate - Mathematics

Sri Chaitanya Jr College
Vishakapatnam
03-2010

Secondary School - SSC

Navodaya Model School
Palakonda
03-2008

Skills

  • Finite element analysis
  • Structural analysis
  • Design optimization
  • Project management
  • Report generation
  • Data analysis
  • Client communication
  • Team leadership
  • Problem solving
  • JIRA Project management
  • Design thinking
  • UI/UX
  • Agile methodology
  • LS-Dyna
  • Optistruct
  • Abaqus
  • Radioss

Affiliations

  • Led the implementation of JIRA to streamline project management using Agile methodology
  • Configured workflows, dashboards, and automation to enhance sprint planning, task tracking, and team collaboration; ensured efficient backlog management, progress monitoring, and seamless integration with Agile frameworks such as Scrum and Kanban to improve productivity and project delivery

Accomplishments

Recognized for successfully leading a CAE modeling team and ensuring the on-time delivery of full vehicle assemblies for analysis. Effectively managed team coordination, optimized workflows, and maintained high-quality standards, contributing to improved simulation accuracy and project efficiency

Certification

  • UI / UX certification FROM Guvi
  • MBA Degree from Greatlakes institute of management

Languages

Telugu
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
C1
Tamil
Intermediate (B1)
B1

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Sr.CAE Specialist

SACHA ENGINEERING SERVICES (Client : FORD)
04.2024 - 04.2025

Sr.CAE Simulation Engineer / Sr.Analyst

Valeo India Private Limited
10.2019 - 04.2024

CAE Lead Engineer

Satyam ventures Engineering services (Client : Ford )
08.2014 - 09.2019

UI UX - Design Thinking

IIT Madras

MBA - Marketing And Sales

Greatlakes Institute of Management

B.E - Mechanical Engineering

Andhra University

Board of Intermediate - Mathematics

Sri Chaitanya Jr College

Secondary School - SSC

Navodaya Model School
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