Star-CCM
Sandeep Pradeep Kunjeer
Lead CFD Engineer
Pune
Summary
Dynamic and detail oriented Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) engineer with over a decade of experience in thermal-fluid systems, solver validation, and design optimization. Adept at leading complex CFD projects, developing CFD methodologies, and collaborating across global, cross-functional engineering teams to deliver innovative solutions. Reorganized for technical excellence, process improvement and driving validation standards in simulation workflows.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Lead validation engineer
Altair Engineering India Pvt Ltd
05.2019 - Current
- Lead the optimization and validation of CFD solver codes and supported verification validation.
- Conducted extensive testing of new features and bug fixes, ensuring high solver accuracy and stability.
- Managed AcuSolve-EDEM coupling projects and complex particle tracking simulations.
- Developed and enhanced the Python scripts to support the automation process.
- Automated workflows and deployment tasks using GitHub for streamlined execution.
- Designed and maintained standard test procedures, documentation, and user tutorials.
- Provided technical guidance for product performance improvement through CFD-driven optimization.
Deputy manager
Force Motors Ltd.
11.2017 - 04.2019
- Executed flow and thermal projects for snorkel and LCV vehicle components.
- Collaborated with cross-functional design team to improve cooling efficiency.
- Projects: Flow optimization through snorkels and LCV vehicles
Senior Support Engineer
ESI Group
10.2015 - 10.2017
- Supported ESI’s CFD simulation suite for automobile and industrial clients.
- Led external aerodynamics analysis for truck and car models, delivering actionable insights to the design team.
- Ensured timely delivery of weekly reports and technical documentation.
- Projects: External aerodynamic analysis of truck
- Achievements: Recipients of Team of the Month awards (January 2016, March 2016)
CFD Engineer
Centre for Computational Technologies
12.2014 - 08.2015
- Developed and delivered AcuSolve CFD training programmes to Altair engineers.
- Executed CFD projects focused on thermal-fluid performance.
- Proposed design modifications that enhanced system airflow efficiency.
- Projects: The underhood thermal analysis of the engine
Global Project Engineer
Whirlpool India Ltd.
02.2011 - 11.2014
- Supported global product development teams (NAR, LAR, EMEA) in CFD simulations and performance optimization.
- Conducted combustion, VOF and vibro-acoustic analyses to improve appliance design.
- Recommended design changes that improved thermal performance and reduced energy consumption.
- Projects: Thermal analysis of convection oven system, Vibro-acoustic analysis for hood of oven system, Airborne acoustic analysis through cooktop
- Achievement: Awarded Star Award (July 2013) for impactful simulation-based design improvements.
Education
Ph.D. - Fluid and Thermal Engineering
Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee
MTECH - Heat Power Engineering
Vishwakarma Institute of Technology
Pune05.2010
B.E. - Mechanical Engineering
Pune University
Pune05.2007
Skills
CFD Physics: Thermal management, external aerodynamics, multiphase flow, radiation, turbulence, combustion, airborne and vibro-acoustic noise
Solver development: CFD solver code enhancement, bug testing and new feature validation
Optimization and Design: Product design improvement, flow/thermal optimization, performance validation
Project leadership: Cross-functional collaboration, project management, and quality initiatives
Certification
Certification: HVAC testing, adjusting and balancing (TAB), Aeriance Technology, Pune
Awards and Recognition:
Star Award (2013) – Whirlpool India Ltd., Team of the Month (Jan and Mar 2016) - ESI Group
Publications:
- “A Study of Bluntness on Flap Wing Vehicle at Mach 8.2” – IIT Madras, 2010
- “A Study of Flow Around the Flap Wing Vehicle at Mach 8.2” – AICFM, IIT Madras. 2011
- “Performance evaluation through CFD simulation and pitot tube traverse of airflow through duct” – NCRAC, IIT Madras, 2011
- “A study and comparison of nucleate boiling with analytical and computational formulation” – International Journal on Theoretical and Applied Research in Mechanical Engineering (ISSN 2319-3182), 2017
Personal Profile:
Title: Lead CFD engineer
Software
AcuSolve
Ansys Fluent
HyperMesh
SimLab
FieldView
Timeline
Lead validation engineer
Altair Engineering India Pvt Ltd
05.2019 - Current
Deputy manager
Force Motors Ltd.
11.2017 - 04.2019
Senior Support Engineer
ESI Group
10.2015 - 10.2017
CFD Engineer
Centre for Computational Technologies
12.2014 - 08.2015
Global Project Engineer
Whirlpool India Ltd.
02.2011 - 11.2014
MTECH - Heat Power Engineering
Vishwakarma Institute of Technology
B.E. - Mechanical Engineering
Pune University
Ph.D. - Fluid and Thermal Engineering
Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee