Dynamic Product Development Engineer with a proven track record at John Valves Pty Ltd, excelling in new product development and design optimization. Proficient in SolidWorks and project management, I drive innovative solutions while fostering team collaboration. Recognized for enhancing product reliability and achieving significant cost reductions through effective problem-solving and strategic planning. Achievements include managing product development. Organized and forward-thinking engineer with a hardworking mentality and methodical approach. Skilled product development engineer adept at developing new products. Well-versed in schedule management and prototyping. Desiring a challenging role with room for advancement.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Product Development Engineer
John Valves Pty Ltd
Ballarat
07.2024 - Current
Company Overview: Spearheading the research and development of new industrial valve products to align with market requirements. https://www.linkedin.com/in/premkumar-nayak-03a54924
Spearheading the research and development of new industrial valve products to align with market requirements.
Created and maintained engineering CAD models, drawings and Bill of Materials using SolidWorks / AutoCAD / Enterprise Resource Planning.
Produce accurate 2D drawings and 3D models, which include details, assemblies, layout drawings and stack-ups, from verbal or written instructions, using 3D modelling.
Collaborating with sales teams to prepare accurate quotes for new and existing valves, spare parts, and custom items, including cost breakdowns for production, freight, and additional factors.
Perform the engineering activities for new product introduction, quality improvement projects, cost reduction projects and manufacturing issue resolutions.
Preparing purchase orders for confirmed quotes and coordinating with suppliers to ensure timely procurement of materials.
Perform verification analysis by empirically testing products in hydraulic seat leakage, shock and vibration. Schedule execute, interpret results, and verify mechanical compliance to standards.
Monitoring production schedules to ensure on-time delivery, maintaining close coordination with manufacturing teams.
Confirming product compliance with quality assurance protocols and ensuring adherence to Australian and international standards.
Supporting repair and overhaul projects, including inspection reports, design modifications, and final process documentation like SOPs and manufacturing drawing to support production goals.
Supported shop-floor with real-time technical resolutions, process improvements, and documentation.
Continuously improving product designs and identifying enhancements for current product lines & to ensure the design requirements are met as per the customer requirement.
Encourage a positive work environment to foster outstanding performance. Possess and share a vision of success and work with individuals to help them reach their full potential. Celebrate and reward significant achievement in others.
Responsible for the planning and schedule for projects which are of significant and strategic importance to the corporation.
Considers and seeks out the impact of his actions within the team. Actively seeks collaboration with internal and external team members.
Spearheading the research and development of new industrial valve products to align with market requirements. https://www.linkedin.com/in/premkumar-nayak-03a54924
Design Team Leader
PanGulf Valve Manufacturing Co. Ltd.
Dammam
12.2018 - 01.2024
Completed the mechanical 3D CAD design of a Gate Valve, Globe Valve, Swing Check Valve, Ball Valve, Butterfly Valve for API, PED, AWWA, BS standards using SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
Utilizing 3D CAD software (SolidWorks) to conceptualize new designs and prepare detailed engineering drawings.
Produce accurate 2D drawings and 3D models, which include details, assemblies, layout drawings and stack-ups, from verbal or written instructions, using 3D modelling.
Perform the engineering activities for new product introduction, quality improvement projects, cost reduction projects and manufacturing issue resolutions.
Responsible for contributing mechanical elements of project scheduling.
Perform verification analysis by empirically testing products in hydraulic seat leakage, shock and vibration. Schedule execute, interpret results, and verify mechanical compliance to standards.
Encourage a positive work environment to foster outstanding performance. Possess and share a vision of success and work with individuals to help them reach their full potential. Celebrate and reward significant achievement in others.
Develops, manages, and distributes Key Process Indicators (KPI’s) for projects, programs and provide scorecards for upper management.
Provides 'concept to production' design in a simultaneous engineering environment. Must be able to demonstrate a high degree of creativity and understanding of manufacturing processes and tolerances Teamwork.
Use various kind of standard such as ASME, ASTM, AWWA, BS EN, DIN, API, ARAMCO-SAMSS etc.
Checking of 2D component drawing, GD & T 3D modelling, ERP bill of material prepared by design engineer.
Do CFD and FEA by using SolidWorks / ANSYS 16.0.
Attend as an auditee in external and internal audit and conduct audit for QC and QA ad an Auditor.
Assistant Manager Design
Emrise Engineering Pvt Ltd.
Gujrat
06.2017 - 11.2018
Prime responsible for Design & Develop product range like gate valve, globe valve, check valve, ball valve, dual plate check valve & butterfly valve as per organization requirement.
Managing designs and building models and prototypes of proposed products for feasibility, usability, and marketability analyses.
Identifies and Designs equipment and processes required for production and distribution.
Provide technical support related to valve specification, parts manufacturing, procurement and Design & provide valve vendor documentation review and acceptance.
Attend contract review meeting, review the order from Design prospect and then provide required drawing and bill of material date.
Monitors, audits, and distributes, all documentation associated with quality control and engineering records, plans, procedures, and policies.
Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish desired outcomes including high levels of customer satisfaction.
Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.
Responsible for preparing & monitor status of design & development plan, Design review activity, Design changes, Design & Development documents.
Do finite element analysis and optimize product by cost and performance.
Senior Design Engineer
Oswal Industry Ltd.
Gujrat
06.2013 - 05.2017
Preparation and checking of the following documents.
New product Development of design. (RANGE EXTENSION) using different kind of standard like ASME, ASTM, IBR, BS, API, DIN, and customer Datasheets & specification.
Prepare general assembly & master assembly drawing of Gate, Globe, check, & Ball Valve.
Prepare detail component drawing with appropriate GD & T.
Prepare bill of material and input in ERP as per target time.
Responsible for proper documentation procedure within the dept.
Checking and distribution of controlled documents to another department.
Maintenance of design change note and change request register.
Prepare installation, operation & maintenance manual for all kind of product.
Analysis of the product stress and strength through SolidWorks (FEA).
Resolve technical query from shop floor issues related to Engineering/Drawings.
Junior Design Engineer
Bomafa Special Valve Solution Ltd.
Gujrat
08.2012 - 06.2013
Assisting senior design in creating design & development documentation by applying with Engineering Principles & performing draughting to produce related documents.
Draughting 2D drawing & 3D modelling in Solid work for the product of PRDS, SCV, HP/IP/LP BYPASS, SPRAY WATER VALVE, CONTROL VALVE, DESUPERHEATER.
Prepare as build drawing for customer requirement.
Provide geometric dimension & tolerance in drawing based on application and service condition.
Distributing controlled drawing and bill of material with relevant department and collect obsolete copy.
Update drawing and document list with updated revision.
Support production and quality team for engineering and drawing related query.
Involving in prototype & regular production in line with design plan & given time scales.
GET (Graduate Engineer Training)
MMTC-PAMP India Pvt Ltd.
Haryana
11.2010 - 02.2012
Ensure you achieve daily work plan and submit to the department head at the end of duty time.
Maximum productivity of machinery to minimize process time and finish product rejection.
Investigating production problems is solved in limited period.
Increase speed and efficiency of process without quality compromise.
CNC, VMC and press machine programming based on process required.
Provide engineering support for maintenance activity to ensure maximum production.
Melting gold, silver, and its alloy in continues casting machine and made casting ingot.
Rolling operation gold, silver and quaternary strip in rough rolling, finish rolling, and 4 high rolling mills, (CNC).
Education
Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering
GANPAT University
Gujrat, India
06.2010
Skills
Solid-Work
AutoCAD
ANSYS
CATIA
Creo
Lean Technique
Work instruction
Ergonomic Study
Production Cost Analysis
Research and Development
Root Cause Analysis
Standard Operating Procedures
Problem-solving abilities
Design Concepts Development
Design Modification
FEA
CFD
New Product Development
Manufacturing drawings
GD & T
Stock Tool utilization
Design leadership
Team handling
API
ISO Audit
ASME
ASTM
BS Standards
Prototype testing
3D modelling
2D detail drawings
Project Management
Microsoft Dynamic ERP
MS office Suits
QA/QC
Auditor
Project management
Quality assurance
Bill of materials
3D CAD design
SolidWorks modeling
New product development
Cost estimation
Supply chain coordination
Problem solving
Technical documentation
Time management
Team leadership
Root-cause analysis
Product testing
Finite element analysis
Material selection
Engineering documentation
Design optimization
Project coordination
CAD modeling
Technical solution development
Materials selection
Prototype development
Design of experiments
New product support
Product improvements
Product sales support
Quality assurance practices
Supply chain optimization
Fluid dynamics
Instruction writing
Documentation preparation
Product development expertise
Product reliability testing
Failure modes and effects analysis
Proposal coordination
Manufacturing processes
Engineering change orders
CAD software proficiency
Manufacturing requirements
Computer-aided engineering
Language Skills
English
Hindi
Gujarati (Mother tongue)
Salary
as per Company Policy
Vehicle Availability
Yes
Tfm
Yes
Abn
Yes
Hobbies and Interests
Traveling
Cooking
Ea Id
8178241
Personal Information
Available: 1 week notice Period
Number of Children: 2
Blood Group: O +ve
Title: Mechanical Designer Engineer (Industrial Valve & Heavy Equipment)