NEHA DIPAK MUNDADA
Pune
Summary
Dynamic CAE Engineer with a proven track record at Whirlpool Corporation, excelling in nonlinear transient simulations and advanced material modeling. Skilled in HyperMesh and LS-DYNA, I drive innovative design solutions while enhancing cost efficiency. My strong problem-solving abilities and technical expertise ensure successful simulation-to-test correlation and optimized packaging strategies.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
CAE Engineer – Structural & Packaging
Whirlpool Corporation
Pune
08.2024 - Current
- Performing nonlinear transient and impact simulations using LS-DYNA for durability validation of full product assemblies focusing on Packaging components.
- Developing and optimizing high-quality FE models using HyperMesh with emphasis on mesh efficiency and solver stability.
- Applied advanced contact definitions and material modeling for plastics, sheet metal, and foam components to enhance simulation accuracy.
- Led problem-solving initiatives, driving structural refinement and packaging optimization to reduce costs and complexity.
- Contributed to simulation-to-test correlation and prepared technical validation documentation, ensuring accuracy and reliability of results.
CAE Intern – Packaging & Transit Simulation
Whirlpool Corporation
08.2023 - 07.2024
- Prepared FE models, cleaned meshes, and established contacts using HyperMesh to enable precise simulation outcomes.
- Conducted packaging validation studies and supported simulation-to-test correlation to improve reliability of testing results.
Education
MTech - Design Engineering
BITS Pilani, (Hyderabad Campus)
02.2026
B.Tech - Mechanical Engineering
VIT Pune (Kondhwa Campus)
01.2024
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Government Polytechnic
Aurangabad01.2021
Skills
FEA & CAE Tools
- HyperMesh
- LS-DYNA
- ANSYS
Technical Expertise
- Finite Element Analysis
- Explicit Impact Simulation
- Drop Test & Transit Durability
- Contact & Material Modeling
- Cost & Complexity Reduction
- CAE validation
Websites
Languages
- Marathi
- Hindi
- English
Professional Highlights
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities in explicit dynamic simulations
- Experience collaborating with cross-functional design and validation teams
- Ability to independently manage simulation tasks under tight project timelines
Timeline
CAE Engineer – Structural & Packaging
Whirlpool Corporation
08.2024 - Current
CAE Intern – Packaging & Transit Simulation
Whirlpool Corporation
08.2023 - 07.2024
MTech - Design Engineering
BITS Pilani, (Hyderabad Campus)
B.Tech - Mechanical Engineering
VIT Pune (Kondhwa Campus)
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Government Polytechnic