MAHESH A
CHENNAI
Summary
Adept Lead Engineer with a proven track record at Mahindra & Mahindra, specializing in CFD simulations and technical cost reduction. Excelled in enhancing workflow efficiency and vehicle CFD model development. Skilled in CFD and collaborative project management, demonstrating significant process improvements and innovative solutions in automotive engineering.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Engineer
Mahindra & Mahindra
Chennai
08.2024 - Current
- Independently manage end-to-end CFD simulation DVP for Born Electric Vehicle
- Work with the stakeholders to meet project deadlines and R2G (Red2Green) Conversions
- Working on Technical Cost Reduction (TCR) projects and Process Improvement and Validation (PIV) projects
- Developing new methodologies to improve the CFD workflow for Multiphase simulations using StarCCM+
- Working closely with Thermal Integration team to develop the full vehicle model in GT-Suite for EV range prediction during concept phase.
- Tackling Customer concern - Mobile over heating in in-cabin wireless charger - using CFD simulations
- Benchmarking , Validating and Correlating CFD results with competitor products and test results
- Participating in testing and coordinating with the team to replicate the test environment similar to the CFD model
Senior Engineer
Mahindra & Mahindra
Chennai
08.2022 - 07.2024
- Executed multiple CFD simulations tailored for automotive sectors.
- Front End Flow (FEF) simulation to determine the airflow through heat exchangers using Ansys Fluent
- External Aerodynamic Simulations for Drag Prediction using Dassault Powerflow
- Defrost/Demist, Cabin Flow Directivity simulations for HVAC Cabin comfort using Ansys Fluent
- Internal Flow simulations for Air Intake and Exhaust to obtain the pressure drop
CHIEF TECHNICAL OFFICER & BUSINESS PRESENTATION LEAD
Sri Venkateswara College of Engineering
Chennai
03.2018 - 03.2019
- Lead the Technical Design team to Build Formula Kart for Bharat Formula Kart Racing Event (BFKCT) - Season 1 & 2
- Performed comprehensive simulations including CFD, Structural, and Fatigue to validate DVP.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to establish project timelines and technical needs.
Intern
TVS Sundaram-Clayton Limited
Chennai
05.2018 - 06.2018
- Optimized machine placement to boost productivity through time and work study.
Intern
Toyota Industries Engine India Private Limited
Bangalore
11.2017 - 12.2017
- Flag operational issues during analysis of production systems.
- Resolved mechanical concerns including coolant leaks and material dents within inspection workflows.
Intern
TVS Sundaram Fasteners Limited
Chennai
06.2017 - 07.2017
- Gained hands-on experience with diverse types of industrial equipment through inplant training.
Education
MTech - MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
IIITDM Kancheepuram
Chennai05.2022
B.E - MECHANICAL ENGINNERING
SVCE SRIPERUMBUDUR
Chennai04.2019
Skills
- ANSYS Fluent/Structural
- StarCCM
- PowerFlow
- Ansa
- CREO
- SOLIDWORKS
- SPACECLAIM
- C
- MATLAB
- POINTWISE
Projects
- Customer Concern on Mobile Overheating for Wireless Charger - Methodology development and CFD simulation to optimize the mat design for in-cabin wireless charger for effecient heat dissipation
- SPOC for Homologation from CFD team
- BE6 - Front End flow Correlation with Testing - Achieved 90% correlation in CFD flow prediction
- BE6 - SPOC for end to end CFD DVPR and R2G conversions
- Future Hybrid Project - Aerodynamics - Drag Prediction
- Software Migration - Aerodynamics simulation from Powerflow to Ansys Fluent
- Technical and Business Presentation Lead - Bharat Formula Kart Racing for Students
Accomplishments
- Quarterly Excellence Award from AD President - 2
- Excellence Award from HOD - 3
- Organizing Committe Lead and Department Representative for Team get-together - 2022-present
- Technical Committe Member for Supplier-CEO connect in MRV/MSPT
- CFD Animation creator lead for BEV Launch videos
Affiliations
- Numerical Simulation on improving the cooling performance of wireless charger - AFS Symposium Mahindra 2023
- Numerical Investigation on performance based methodology for developing the vane design of AC duct - SAE International Conference, Gurugram
Languages
Tamil
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Hindi
Elementary (A2)
A2
Telugu
Beginner (A1)
A1
German
Beginner (A1)
A1
Timeline
Lead Engineer
Mahindra & Mahindra
08.2024 - Current
Senior Engineer
Mahindra & Mahindra
08.2022 - 07.2024
Intern
TVS Sundaram-Clayton Limited
05.2018 - 06.2018
CHIEF TECHNICAL OFFICER & BUSINESS PRESENTATION LEAD
Sri Venkateswara College of Engineering
03.2018 - 03.2019
Intern
Toyota Industries Engine India Private Limited
11.2017 - 12.2017
Intern
TVS Sundaram Fasteners Limited
06.2017 - 07.2017
MTech - MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
IIITDM Kancheepuram
B.E - MECHANICAL ENGINNERING
SVCE SRIPERUMBUDUR