Experience

Niqo Robotics (formerly TartanSense)

• Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Jul 2017 - Oct 2021

  TartanSense is a robotics startup focused on precision spraying on diseased plants and weeds for small farm holders. TartanSense’s vision is to create a category of small and affordable robotics to benefit smallholders, helping with tasks ranging from spraying to seeding to harvesting. As the Senior Mechanical Engineer at TartanSense, my roles are conceptualizing, designing, modelling, simulating, rapid-prototyping, fabricating and validating the whole gamut of mechanical systems that… Show more TartanSense is a robotics startup focused on precision spraying on diseased plants and weeds for small farm holders. TartanSense’s vision is to create a category of small and affordable robotics to benefit smallholders, helping with tasks ranging from spraying to seeding to harvesting. As the Senior Mechanical Engineer at TartanSense, my roles are conceptualizing, designing, modelling, simulating, rapid-prototyping, fabricating and validating the whole gamut of mechanical systems that the farm robot demands. My daily tasks involve everything that is needed for a perfect TartanSense product. Skills I use on a day-to-day basis: - CAD Modelling using Solidworks 2020 & Fusion 360 - Sheet Metal & Weldment Design - Electromechanical Systems Integration - DFM, DFA and GD&T (ANSI, ASME Y14.5) - Tolerance Stack-Up Analysis - FMEA - 2D Drawings - Rapid-prototyping using DIY 3D Printers - Validation Testing & Reporting Show less TartanSense is a robotics startup focused on precision spraying on diseased plants and weeds for small farm holders. TartanSense’s vision is to create a category of small and affordable robotics to benefit smallholders, helping with tasks ranging from spraying to seeding to harvesting. As the Senior Mechanical Engineer at TartanSense, my roles are conceptualizing, designing, modelling, simulating, rapid-prototyping, fabricating and validating the whole gamut of mechanical systems that… Show more TartanSense is a robotics startup focused on precision spraying on diseased plants and weeds for small farm holders. TartanSense’s vision is to create a category of small and affordable robotics to benefit smallholders, helping with tasks ranging from spraying to seeding to harvesting. As the Senior Mechanical Engineer at TartanSense, my roles are conceptualizing, designing, modelling, simulating, rapid-prototyping, fabricating and validating the whole gamut of mechanical systems that the farm robot demands. My daily tasks involve everything that is needed for a perfect TartanSense product. Skills I use on a day-to-day basis: - CAD Modelling using Solidworks 2020 & Fusion 360 - Sheet Metal & Weldment Design - Electromechanical Systems Integration - DFM, DFA and GD&T (ANSI, ASME Y14.5) - Tolerance Stack-Up Analysis - FMEA - 2D Drawings - Rapid-prototyping using DIY 3D Printers - Validation Testing & Reporting Show less



Exponent Technology Services

• IT Services and IT Consulting
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Summer Intern - UAV Operations

  • Jul 2016 - Aug 2016

  ETS is an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV or UAS) based technology services company with their R&D establishment in Dubai since 2012. They provide B2B tech-based solutions in areas such as inventory tracking (logistics), power & water utilities management, infrastructure inspection, surveillance and waste management by integrating UAV and Auto-ID technologies. I successfully completed a 'Reverse Engineering' project which included scanning & parametric modelling of a Skywalker 1900 R/C… Show more ETS is an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV or UAS) based technology services company with their R&D establishment in Dubai since 2012. They provide B2B tech-based solutions in areas such as inventory tracking (logistics), power & water utilities management, infrastructure inspection, surveillance and waste management by integrating UAV and Auto-ID technologies. I successfully completed a 'Reverse Engineering' project which included scanning & parametric modelling of a Skywalker 1900 R/C aircraft (using '123D Catch' and 'Solidworks') and later performing computational flow analysis to determine its performance through default aerodynamic characteristics (such as stall, lift & drag) using tools such as 'ANSYS Fluent' and 'Autodesk Flow Design'. Also, as Intern, I was part of the 'UAV Systems Engineering' department developing the UAV systems as per required payload, endurance & operating conditions of the application; helping me gain knowledge in Photogrammetry, Mission Planning, UAV Integration & Testing, Flying, Filmography etc.. Show less ETS is an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV or UAS) based technology services company with their R&D establishment in Dubai since 2012. They provide B2B tech-based solutions in areas such as inventory tracking (logistics), power & water utilities management, infrastructure inspection, surveillance and waste management by integrating UAV and Auto-ID technologies. I successfully completed a 'Reverse Engineering' project which included scanning & parametric modelling of a Skywalker 1900 R/C… Show more ETS is an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV or UAS) based technology services company with their R&D establishment in Dubai since 2012. They provide B2B tech-based solutions in areas such as inventory tracking (logistics), power & water utilities management, infrastructure inspection, surveillance and waste management by integrating UAV and Auto-ID technologies. I successfully completed a 'Reverse Engineering' project which included scanning & parametric modelling of a Skywalker 1900 R/C aircraft (using '123D Catch' and 'Solidworks') and later performing computational flow analysis to determine its performance through default aerodynamic characteristics (such as stall, lift & drag) using tools such as 'ANSYS Fluent' and 'Autodesk Flow Design'. Also, as Intern, I was part of the 'UAV Systems Engineering' department developing the UAV systems as per required payload, endurance & operating conditions of the application; helping me gain knowledge in Photogrammetry, Mission Planning, UAV Integration & Testing, Flying, Filmography etc.. Show less



Hyundai Motor India Ltd

• India
• Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Assistant Manager - Manufacturing Engineering | Powertrain

  • Aug 2014 - Nov 2014

  The Role Plan, Execute and Support the Engine Assembly operations with assembly equipment, machinery, facilities, and instructions for an efficient production The Responsibilities • To provide engineering support to process area in the plant, introduce design specifications (EO changes) and changes in production (e.g. capacity increase, modernization, process updation) as demanded by subsequent NPD projects • Coordinating activities with a team of engineers and technicians, to… Show more The Role Plan, Execute and Support the Engine Assembly operations with assembly equipment, machinery, facilities, and instructions for an efficient production The Responsibilities • To provide engineering support to process area in the plant, introduce design specifications (EO changes) and changes in production (e.g. capacity increase, modernization, process updation) as demanded by subsequent NPD projects • Coordinating activities with a team of engineers and technicians, to provide production with instructions, services and satisfying the assembly needs: tooling, process balancing, ergonomics etc. • To study, define and optimize manual assembly time using MODAPTS (Time & Motion Study) • To document quality requirements and assembly instructions • Ensure a working environment according to safety standards & understand sectional responsibility for the impact on environment • Provide training to fitters, technicians, maintenance and other production support teams • Work in collaboration with other Global Business Units of the Hyundai Motor Group. • Support continuous improvement (KAIZEN) of processes, according to HMI production system • Perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for the issues and drive for solutions implementation • Perform all tasks as assigned by the direct manager within her/his competence

• Assistant Manager - Production Process Engineering | Powertrain

  • Jul 2012 - Jul 2014

  The Role Providing basic technological and engineering support to the diesel engine assembly plant’s facilities, equipment, production processes and products to ensure reliability, productivity and optimum use of resources. Additional roles included providing continuous improvements in the areas of safety, quality and value The Responsibilities • To Design and implement basic production process modifications and engineering projects to increase plant safety, quality, efficiency and… Show more The Role Providing basic technological and engineering support to the diesel engine assembly plant’s facilities, equipment, production processes and products to ensure reliability, productivity and optimum use of resources. Additional roles included providing continuous improvements in the areas of safety, quality and value The Responsibilities • To Design and implement basic production process modifications and engineering projects to increase plant safety, quality, efficiency and to reduce variable costs • Work with quality and production teams to provide technological guidance and assistance in developing work procedures to ensure the stages of operations are at their optimum levels on a consistent basis • Manage department budget, optimise budget utilisation, increase budget-saving by implementing continuous improvement (KAIZEN) measures in plant facilities • Coordinate and supervise purchase activities pertaining to initiated engineering projects beginning from BOM and terminating at production handover • Implement and emphasize safety, health and environmental control policies and procedures in both personal work activities and in equipment/process design and modifications in order to contribute to and ensure plant/company safety and health goals are achieved



ITC Limited

• India
• Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Summer Intern - Utilities

  • May 2011 - Jul 2011

  Project Title: Design & Analysis of various Humidification control systems to provide better Humidity control in CTS, considering present scenario & future factory scenario (project phoenix) • Studied the then existent Humidity Control System (HCS) & evaluated the system against benchmark • Evaluated different design options with considerations to quality, energy consumption, flexibility, ease of maintenance and performance and arrived at an optimal design for future factory… Show more Project Title: Design & Analysis of various Humidification control systems to provide better Humidity control in CTS, considering present scenario & future factory scenario (project phoenix) • Studied the then existent Humidity Control System (HCS) & evaluated the system against benchmark • Evaluated different design options with considerations to quality, energy consumption, flexibility, ease of maintenance and performance and arrived at an optimal design for future factory scenario • Modified existent cooled air distribution systems & designed (using AutoCAD) a fresh layout for new humidifier systems with electronically controlled pulse feedback system to provide better control over humidity throughout the year at all conditions Show less Project Title: Design & Analysis of various Humidification control systems to provide better Humidity control in CTS, considering present scenario & future factory scenario (project phoenix) • Studied the then existent Humidity Control System (HCS) & evaluated the system against benchmark • Evaluated different design options with considerations to quality, energy consumption, flexibility, ease of maintenance and performance and arrived at an optimal design for future factory… Show more Project Title: Design & Analysis of various Humidification control systems to provide better Humidity control in CTS, considering present scenario & future factory scenario (project phoenix) • Studied the then existent Humidity Control System (HCS) & evaluated the system against benchmark • Evaluated different design options with considerations to quality, energy consumption, flexibility, ease of maintenance and performance and arrived at an optimal design for future factory scenario • Modified existent cooled air distribution systems & designed (using AutoCAD) a fresh layout for new humidifier systems with electronically controlled pulse feedback system to provide better control over humidity throughout the year at all conditions Show less



Suba Engineering Services

• Industrial Trainee

  • May 2010 - Jun 2010

  • Understood all aspects of a business in the mechanical service field • Studied the conventional shop-floor layout of a machine shop and the process work flow • Familiarized myself with conventional machine tools, cutting tools, cutting fluids, machining accessories, etc... • Experienced the shop-floor environment with hands-on training on several heavy-duty machine tools like Manual Lathe, Milling m/c, Shaping m/c, Boring m/c, etc... • Understood all aspects of a business in the mechanical service field • Studied the conventional shop-floor layout of a machine shop and the process work flow • Familiarized myself with conventional machine tools, cutting tools, cutting fluids, machining accessories, etc... • Experienced the shop-floor environment with hands-on training on several heavy-duty machine tools like Manual Lathe, Milling m/c, Shaping m/c, Boring m/c, etc...