Kaushik — R&D Engineer

Developed CAD models on Solidworks using DFM and DFA principles

Masters of Science in Mechanical Engineering (MSME): Western Michigan University

Interfaced with multiple stakeholders (Industrial Design, NPD) to support product development activities.

Assisted in developing the mathematical model to predict the coefficient of friction in truck gearboxes. Utilized the experimental test data from Eaton and Lubrizol Corporation to validate the proposed approach. Conducted an extensive literature survey to set benchmarks for acceptable values of friction coefficients.

Used NPD tools viz. DMAIC, DFSS, DOE, and root cause analysis for product development. Developed quantifiable test measurement methods to isolate root causes of vibration issues in blenders.

SIX SIGMA GREEN BELT - Institute of industrial engineers

March 2018 - Present R & D Engineer, Spectrum Brands Inc, Madison, WI - Responsible for developing BLACK & DECKER blenders and coffee makers. - Used NPD tools viz. DMAIC, DFSS, DOE and root cause analysis for product development. - Developed quantifiable test measurement methods to isolate root causes of vibration issues in blenders. - Developed CAD models on Solidworks using DFM and DFA principles. - Utilized the stage gate process to track and determine project deliverables. - Performed competitive benchmarking with a high focus on customer requirements. - Interfaced with multiple stakeholders (Industrial Design, NPD) to support product development activities

2016-17 FORMULA SAE: Chassis Design, Analysis and Development - Collaborated with 2 engineers to set targets i.e. weight reduction of the frame and increasing torsional stiffness. - Remodeled the chassis and executed the FEA static structural model in Solidworks. - Reduced the weight of chassis by 15 pounds and increased torsional stiffness by 800 Nm/deg

2015-16 FORMULA SAE: (Engine Intake Design) - Designed and developed the 20 mm venturi air restrictor for the FSAE racecar. - Modeled 5 different prototypes with different converging and diverging angles to establish a pattern of fluid flow. - Optimized the design to minimize pressure losses and maximize air flow through the restrictor via CFD simulation

May 2017 - Dec 2017 Research assistant - Western Michigan University, Eaton Corporation, MI - Assisted in developing the mathematical model to predict the coefficient of friction in truck gearboxes. - Utilized the experimental test data from Eaton and Lubrizol Corporation to validate the proposed approach. - Conducted an extensive literature survey to set benchmarks for acceptable values of friction coefficients

Sep 2015 - Dec 2016 Graduate lab assistant - Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI - Led the resource optimization of the laboratory subject to maintaining supplies and organizing the project reports. - Coordinated with CAE administration to ensure that all the software versions are up to date

Aug 2014- Dec 2014 Design, development and testing of a catapult: - Led a team of 5 engineers to design a robust, cost efficient and an accurate catapult for shooting ping pong balls. - Designed for a shooting of 16 feet and utilized DFMEA, DFA to reduce the assembly time by 9 minutes. - Successfully accomplished the target accuracy of 95% with a paltry budget of $22

Sep 2013 - Dec 2013 Design engineering intern -Rochi engineers Pvt Ltd, Pune Area, INDIA - Designed and developed exhaust mufflers for small scale automotive market based clientele. - Participated in customer meetings to discuss product design specifications and requirements. - Collaborated with design engineers to set design targets to reduce the noise emission of the diesel engine test rig. - Spearheaded a team of 4 engineers to design 3 different prototypes on Solidworks with different baffle patterns. - Computed the models of the prototypes for noise reduction using CFD simulation tools in ANSYS FLUENT. - Successfully reduced the noise emission of the lab test rig from 110 db to 90 db