Manikanta Balaji Pithani
Visakhapatnam
Summary
Detail-oriented mechanical engineer with experience in CAE, Design, Product development and Sheet metal processes. Supported Mercedes-Benz occupant safety dynamic simulations, correlated physical test data, and improved simulation methods for validated engineering results. Strong in problem-solving, technical accuracy, and cross-functional collaboration.
Overview
4
4
Languages
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
CAE Analyst
Mercedes Benz Research and Development India
Bengaluru
08.2023 - Current
- Executed CAE simulations for occupant safety in Mercedes-Benz cars using LS-Dyna, contributing to enhanced safety design.
- Analyzed test data from physical component testing to validate and improve correlation with CAE results.
- Developed methods for underbody damage and water wading simulations, correlating findings with test data to refine simulation accuracy.
Design and NPD Engineer
Sankar Group (SEL)
Chennai
06.2019 - 06.2020
- Supported development of new product concepts like AWG (Atmospheric water generator), Automatic Rooftop.
- Developed new product designs with sheet metal modeling and manufacturing.
- Maintained and updated BOM records, revisions, and technical reports to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Performed cost analysis to estimate production costs for new products, aiding in budget planning and resource allocation.
- Adhered to quality guidelines and led design efforts for IATF16949 certification.
Education
Master of Science - Machine Design
National Institute of Technology Raipur
Chhattisgarh, India06-2023
Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering
Amrita University
Kerala, India06-2019
Skills
- LS-Dyna and Ansys
- Finite element analysis
- Pamcrash
- AutoCAD drafting
- C programming
- Matlab and simulink skills
- Proficient in SolidWorks
- AutoDesk Inventor
- SigmaBend and SigmaNest
Languages
English
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Telugu
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Tamil
Beginner
A1
Timeline
CAE Analyst
Mercedes Benz Research and Development India
08.2023 - Current
Design and NPD Engineer
Sankar Group (SEL)
06.2019 - 06.2020
Master of Science - Machine Design
National Institute of Technology Raipur
Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering
Amrita University