Rahul Gaba
Chennai
Summary
Innovative Design Engineer (9 years Experience) specializing in Hydraulic integration, Hydraulic linkage, and Sheet metal structure design for Tractor. Proficient in CAD software and known for analytical thinking and problem-solving skills. Proven track record of applying engineering principles to design solutions that meet project requirements and enhance system performance.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Design Engineer
Mahindra & Mahindra limited
Chennai
07.2022 - Current
- Generated reports for management to outline project status or issues.
- Worked within the new product development process to support product enhancements, cost reduction efforts, and problem resolutions.
- Offered input and direction to construct accurate BOMs, drawings, and schematics for assigned projects.
- Undertook new tasks or projects to meet business needs or requirements.
- Collaborated with colleagues in the design process to develop best-in-class quality products.
- Reviewed calculations and analytical data to maintain accuracy of technical reports.
- Active member of the market research team.
- Developed detailed mechanical designs and drawings for new products using CAD software.
- Created 3D models, assemblies, and drawings to support design projects.
- Performed structural analysis on components to ensure compliance with engineering standards.
Assistant Manager
Escorts Kubota Limited
Faridabad
09.2018 - 07.2022
- Worked on Powertrac and Farmtrac Portfolio from coretech side, including both existing and new product line.
- Generating design concepts and reviewing them with CFT for building prototypes, and releasing them with established engineering process.
- Hands-on experience in BOM generation, PLM, UPL, Add-Del, and Matrix management.
- Providing technical inputs and engineering support to CFT, as well as suppliers.
- Reviewing the engineering design changes, doing RCA, and resolving problems associated with the same.
- Able to read and interpret FEA results. Good knowledge of loads and stress-strain criteria.
- Knowledge of Core Engineering documents (DVP, DFMEA, FSC), maintaining all the design documents, and participating in regular design reviews with the team.
- Knowledge of GD&T, tolerance stack-up, and manufacturing processes.
- Constantly involved in VAVE and Tear down activities to optimize cost, improve quality, and features.
- Responsible for designing, such as concept finalization, 3D modeling, drawings, and assemblies of tractor hydraulic system.
- Coordination with the development team for drawing review to finalize component drawings.
- Experience in detail part-level design and creation of manufacturing installation drawing.
Assistant Manager
International Tractors Limited
Hoshiarpur
09.2015 - 09.2018
- Worked on internal linkages of the hydraulic system.
- Worked on powertrain system of hydraulic system.
- Worked on CAM profile for Control Valve system.
- Worked on three-point linkages for hydraulic lift.
- Hydraulic system and circuit design.
- Worked on hydraulic brakes for tractor and trailer.
- Worked on the steering system.
- Pipe sizing calculations and their routings.
Education
B. Tech - Mechanical Engineering
Govt. Engineering College
Udaipur08.2015
Intermediate - Non-Medical
Tagore Central Academy
Suratgarh04.2010
Matriculation -
Priyadarshini Public School
Suratgarh03.2008
Skills
- Project Management
- Product Design and Development
- Feasibility review Of Projects
- Hydraulic Circuit Study
- Design calculation
- Structural Components Design
- Pipe Design
- Three-Point Linkage Design
Specific Knowledge Areas
- Expertise in sheet metal structural parts, hydraulic design, tube routing, and combi tube design.
- Hydraulic circuit diagram, TPL 2D layout, and 3D envelope.
- Hydraulic tube size selection, pump size selection, valve selection, and calculation.
- Hydraulic fittings, connector, adapter, o-ring selection ISO, IS, and SAE Standards.
- Load calculation and stress analysis on TPL parts, FOS, Yield point, etc.
- VAVE and feature addition.
- Regularly working on FSC, ORC, RCA, line issues, and BOM errors.
- Worked on RTV vehicle, CRDI, and BT V for the domestic market.
Projects Work Experience
- Working On BI-metal hydraulic lift housing for compact models.
- To suitable the light weight application for tractor working on aluminum casting with FG-260 insert for high pressure galleries.
- Concept finalization along with supplier and development engineer.
- Worked on Three-point linkage structure area :-
- CAT 1& 2 TPL with 1400 & 1800 Kg lift capacity.
- Load calculation and stree analysis on TPL parts,FOS,Yield point etc.
- Material selection in TPL and Structural part.
- Heat Treatment & Machining process for tpl parts.
- CAT 1N TPL with 1800 Kg Lift Capacity.
- Lower link ,Top link, lift rod ,Stay bar ,Check chain and Brackets design of TPL mountings.
- TPL Performance parameters as standard IS 17231, ISO 730.
- Virtual hitch points during TPL design.
- TPL for RIDER RTV-CAT 1 with 500Kg Lift capacity model.
- Mounting Bracket size and stress analysis
- Worked On higher lift capacity with external cylinder
- Selection of External cylinder for higher lift capacity.
- Concept finalization of higher frame lift capacity.
- Tubing layouts and Valve selection Hydraulic design :-
- Hydraulic schematic diagram.
- Flow calculation, 3D routing of Metallic and Flexible Hoses.
- Hose & Fittings selection as per SAE J517, SAE J516 ,SAE J1453,IS 8434.
- Pump,filter and strainer selections.
- Piping Layout for higher HP (110 HP) Models:-
- Hydraulic schematic diagram.
- Pressure,Suction and return line tubing layout.
- HTB valve selection and Pipe routing design
- 2DA valve selection and Pipe routing design.
- Steering System Pipe routing design.
- circuit Study and finalization.
- Filed/Plant issues:-
- Potato planter not lifting with current model in field, To resolve this issue design a new lower link with interchangeability from existing without changing any other parts.
- Resolve filed leakages issue in current model, To resolve this issue change the oring design as per standard compression and strength.
- Cost saving Projects:-
- Rockshaft material change from EN19 to EN8 and compared with benchmarking tractor models.
Awards
- Got Excellence award from DH to resolve the torture track failure
- Got Excellence award from TL to resolve the K2-ORC
- Got 3rd Position in safety quiz
Affiliations
- Hydraulic and structural part design.
- New technology study and design.
- Design related calculations.
Strength/Attributes
- Design calculations
- Highly Concentrate On Goal.
- Team Player
- Adaptable and a quick learner with skills to work under pressure.
- Possesses strong commitment to offer Quality work.
Hobbies
- Cooking
- Listening songs
- weight training
Timeline
Senior Design Engineer
Mahindra & Mahindra limited
07.2022 - Current
Assistant Manager
Escorts Kubota Limited
09.2018 - 07.2022
Assistant Manager
International Tractors Limited
09.2015 - 09.2018
B. Tech - Mechanical Engineering
Govt. Engineering College
Intermediate - Non-Medical
Tagore Central Academy
Matriculation -
Priyadarshini Public School
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