Manigandan K. J
Bangalore
Summary
Mechanical Design Engineer with 7.5+ years of experience driving the complete lifecycle of mechanical and electro-mechanical systems from concept to production. Proficient in advanced CAD tools (NX, Creo, SolidWorks) and analysis software (ANSYS Workbench) for structural, thermal, and vibration analyses. Adept at designing with metals and polymers, and experienced in high-precision applications for medical devices and advanced manufacturing environments. Skilled in applying GD&T and engineering standards to ensure design integrity and manufacturability. Strong track record in automation of design processes, technical documentation, feasibility studies, and cross-functional collaboration for component procurement and assembly.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
ASSOCIATE ENGINEER
Timken Engineering and Research India PVT LTD
08.2022 - Current
- Spearheaded automation of process drawing creation using Expressions and Pro-Program in CREO, improving design-to-manufacture workflows.
- Developed and maintained advanced CAD templates in UG-NX and Creo Parametric, enhancing design accuracy and consistency.
- Integrated Baton Application data for precise stock and process growth calculations.
- Managed design files in PDM systems (SAP-ECTR), ensuring version control and seamless CAD integration.
- Produced detailed process master drawings and nomenclature drawings, implementing continuous improvements from stakeholder feedback.
- Delivered technical documentation aligning with internal standards and industry best practices.
MEMBER TECHNICAL STAFF
HCL Technologies
08.2019 - 07.2022
- Designed complex sheet metal components and assemblies using Creo Parametric and AutoCAD.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to perform design verification, validation, gap analysis, and regulatory documentation.
- Managed Change Control processes for advanced surgical devices, ensuring compliance with supplier notifications and industry standards.
- Performed PDM/PLM data migration, version control, and change management to maintain design integrity.
- Interpreted engineering markups and implemented design revisions for enhanced manufacturability and performance.
ENGINEER
Defense Bioengineering and Electromedical Laboratory, DEBEL - DRDO
08.2017 - 06.2019
- Conducted detailed structural, thermal, and modal analyses using ANSYS Workbench to validate design robustness.
- Developed 3D models and 2D drawings of subsystem components using SolidWorks and UG-NX for rapid prototyping.
- Engineered wearable assistive devices with advanced actuator and drive mechanisms to improve mobility and performance.
- Designed polycentric knee joints and reverse-engineered harmonic gear drives to enhance biomechanical function.
- Utilized OpenSim for motion capture and musculoskeletal modeling, supporting biomechanical research initiatives.
Education
B.E - Mechanical Engineering
Magna College of Engineering
Chennai, Tamil Nadu04.2017
Skills
- 3D CAD: Siemens NX, CREO (Pro/Program), SolidWorks, CATIA V5
- Simulation & Analysis: ANSYS Workbench (Structural, Thermal, Modal, FEA)
- GD&T, SEMI standards, and industry best practices
- Process Automation & CAD Template Development
- PDM/PLM Tools: SAP-ECTR, TeamCenter
- Advanced Mechanism Design: Polycentric knee, actuator mechanisms
- Technical Documentation & Design Validation
- Project Management & Cross-functional Collaboration
Timeline
ASSOCIATE ENGINEER
Timken Engineering and Research India PVT LTD
08.2022 - Current
MEMBER TECHNICAL STAFF
HCL Technologies
08.2019 - 07.2022
ENGINEER
Defense Bioengineering and Electromedical Laboratory, DEBEL - DRDO
08.2017 - 06.2019
B.E - Mechanical Engineering
Magna College of Engineering
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