Mechanical Design Engineer
Hammond Power Solutions
Total years of experience :7 years, 6 Months
• Performing mechanical stress analysis using Solidworks Simulation for transformers
• Performing thermal analysis using Solidworks Flow Simulation
• Computing Seismic withstand capability of mechanical structures of power transformers
• Creating and approving seismic qualification reports for transformer designs to address customer needs
• Assisting software design team in developing customized design automation modules for Solidworks to
speed up the design process for transformer and other magnetic products
• Training of other Engineering staff on the concept and use of the design software within the department
• Leading R&D engineer in product harmonization with other Siemens instrument transformer divisions
• Designed mechanical components of instrument transformers, and prepared parts and assembly drawings
• Performed FEA analyses including structural and thermal simulations
• Created and approved seismic and wind withstand qualification reports
• Worked with marketing group, procurement, and suppliers to optimize part designs and material costs
• Directed prototype development as well as electrical and shaker table type tests
• Performed static and dynamic analyses of instrument transformers and support structures according
to IEEE-693, IEC 62271-300 or any other global and regional standards specified by the customer
• Developed a customized structural withstand calculation program using C# for transformers
• Developed tools for tracking start-to-finish schedules of R&D projects and MCP projects
• Performed qualification testing on new materials and technologies using Siemens continuous
improvement tools
• Managed and led the development and implementation of the tractor driving/vibration simulator
• Designed mechanical components of the simulator using Autodesk Inventor
• Collaborated with a consulting firm and the building design firm to acquire approval for safe operation
of the simulator in the building
• Directed engineering technicians and Ergonomic Lab technicians to build and assemble the parts
• Designed test methodologies and set up test equipment at the lab
• Performed instrument calibrations and managed test equipment maintenance activities
• Developed experimental methods for research on safety and health issues in agricultural workplaces
• Recruited and trained participants for conducting research projects
• Wrote technical and scientific reports
Specialized in design of mechanical components for heavy-duty machinery