Mechanical Technologist

• Jan 2023 - Present

Project Engineer/Simulation Developer

• Sep 2020 - Dec 2022

• Developed numerical models using various analytical software such as COMSOL, ANSYS, and SysCAD to analyze process performance/problems, conducted heat/mass balance and formulated designs for engineering components/mechanical systems. • Developed a dynamic simulation model using ARENA to analyze process logistics such as process flow, job routing, inventory control, warehousing, distribution, and staffing requirements. • Applied engineering principles and performed numerical analysis for custom mechanical equipment, including thermal analysis of pyrometallurgical vessel linings. • Evaluated process alternatives and equipment/technology selection trade-off studies, including materials of construction. • Prepared equipment specification packages, technical project deliverables, reports, and presentations. • Provided technical expertise in problem resolution, cost reduction, and quality improvement of a process • Liaised with clients to identify and define requirements, and objectives and broke projects into doable actions and set timeframes. • Attended team meetings to discuss about design techniques, budget estimates, and execution strategy. • Issued all appropriate legal paperwork (e.g., contracts and terms of agreement), created and maintained comprehensive project documentation, and scope of work. • Worked with management to prioritize information needs. Identified, analyzed, and interpreted trends or patterns, and problematic areas using graphical and statistical analysis. • Supported and worked with other teams within the organization to identify and select meaningful metrics and KPIs to evaluate project performance. • Developed and issued engineering study reports to the client for the proposed new projects. Show less

Project Coordinator

• Jan 2018 - Aug 2020

• Lead the development of industrial scaled continuous casting metal delivery system currently operational at Meterion Corporation. • Involved in development of real time metal cleanliness (LiMCA) system which provides total density and granulometric information on the inclusion content of aluminum melts in many aluminum smelters worldwide. • Worked on the development of high-quality automotive-grade AA6111(Aluminum Alloy)/Advanced High Strength Steels (AHSS) strip via Horizontal Single Belt Casting (HSBC) process. To reduce the project expense, selective pilot casting experiments were conducted, based on the numerical modeling predictions on fluid flow and heat transfer through the molten metal using Ansys WorkBench software package. Published 4 research papers. • Carried out Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) modelling of industrial processes via following best practices for accurate computational efficiency and provided reliable and detailed reports of CFD results. • Carried out Root Cause Analysis (RCA) of industrial heat exchangers failures and recommended materials/design changes via carrying out numerical modelling/engineering calculations. (Article published in Elsevier Failure Analysis). • Developed technical specifications, datasheets, material requisition, and Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) of mechanical equipment. • Oversaw laboratory operations, research projects, data analysis, and safety practices at the MMPC. • Assisting in day-to-day floor operations as well as engineering decision making and managing new trails to improve metal casting processes. • Maintained stock levels of laboratory supplies and handled all equipment’s calibrations and repairs. • Serving as a critical member to ensure safety in the workplace. • Created and updated documents including work instructions, operation procedures, and training archives. Show less

Teaching Assistant

• 2016 - 2020

• Led third and fourth-year level courses on Heat Transfer, Thermodynamics, and Fluid Dynamics.• Taught numerical models and mathematical techniques for the solution of industry-focused heat transfer and fluid flow problems.• Received excellent semester-end reviews by students for strong communication skills in delivering complex information.• Held tutorial sessions, lab experiments, and office hours of various undergraduate courses.• Mentored & supervised students for undergraduate final year projects for three consecutive years (2017-2019).• Assisted teams, consisted of up to 20 individuals, on conducting experiments, analyzing data, and formulating technical reports. Show less

Graduate Research Assistant

• Sep 2016 - Sep 2019

Quality/Project Engineer

• Mar 2012 - Sep 2015

• Conducted Macro/Microstructural examination, and Destructive/Nondestructive testing of the cast, rolled and forged products for ensuring its quality. • Involved in the development and improvement of procedures for smooth production of high-quality billets/bloom via Continuous Casting (CC) process. • Managed the inspection of surface, sub-surface, and bulk quality of CC products and sending conforming products to storage yard after proper identification coding. • Verified and maintained inspection and testing records and notified melt, rolling and forging shops of any anomalies for Root Cause Analysis (RCA). • Sectioned, ground, polished, and etched rolled and forged samples for micro structural analysis such as grain size, and phase constituent determination, and morphology analysis. • Developed and implemented inspection and test plans for the production processes and assisted in the development and implementation of quality assurance guidelines. • Performed monthly surveys and audits to assure the compliance of the production processes with quality procedures and specifications. • Prepared production reports and reviewed/approved outputs from manufacturing records and inspections. • Developed technical specifications, datasheets, material requisition, and Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) of mechanical equipment. • Developed processing procedures and inspected production variables to ensure their compliance with quality standards. • Used statistical tools and techniques to conduct work/method studies in order to provide improvement-based recommendations. • Collaborated with operations managers to develop and implement controls to ensure that workflows, processes, and products comply with safety regulations. Show less

Internee Engineer

• 2011 - 2011