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Work History
Education
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Patent
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Ali Nikkhah

Winnipeg,MB

Summary

Results-driven and innovative Mechanical Engineer designing innovative and efficient mechanical systems. Skilled in overseeing large-scale projects and delivering cutting-edge solutions in various industries. Expert at utilizing advanced engineering principles to bring concepts to reality.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

R&D Mechanical Engineer

Tank Traders
Winnipeg, MB
01.2024 - Current
  • Performed detailed design and optimization of the lift mechanism for a 2lb propane tank automated dispensing system using dynamic analysis and 3D designing techniques. Achieved development of a robust lift mechanism within specified budget constraints.
  • Skillfully selecting stepper motors for diverse dynamic subsystems of automated dispensing machines through precise calculations to avoid inefficiencies and system oversizing.
  • Proficiently engineered ball screw and lead screw linear actuators tailored to diverse subsystems of the automated dispensing machine, mitigating overcosting associated with off-the-shelf alternatives.
  • Engineered spring designs to harness passive gravitational potential through precise calculations, aimed at minimizing motor sizes.

Mechanical Design Engineer

KDC/ONE
Knowlton, QC
05.2022 - 12.2023
  • Established a pilot line to conduct testing of new products and parts, effectively minimizing production line downtime
  • Employed 3D design techniques in Solidworks to develop nozzles and liquid fillers, based on simple engineering calculations and experimental testing, thereby boosting production rates from 100 to 120 units per minute
  • Enhanced the production process through the strategic repositioning and replacement of pumps, resulting in an impressive annual increase of $200k in scrub production
  • Collaborated with external companies and machine shops to troubleshoot and resolve production line issues, resulting in the timely resolution of various issues and a significant reduction in production line downtime.

Thermofluid Research Engineer

Institut Interdisciplinaire D'innovation Technolog
Sherbrooke, QC
06.2019 - 12.2021
  • Designed and fabricated hydrodynamic and heat transfer laboratory setups to develop pulsating heat pipes, leading to the creation of a low thermal resistance PHP
  • Conducted in-depth analysis of multiphase fluid flow, heat transfer, and mass transfer within a single branch PHP, employing VoF-CFD techniques to enhance comprehension of oscillation mechanisms
  • Designed and analyzed a thermal management system for electric vehicle batteries based on TGP, utilizing a customized computer program for 1D heat transfer and CFD analysis, resulting in the establishment of a fundamental TGP-based thermal management system
  • Conducting risk analysis for new products and components to identify and mitigate potential risks.

R&D CFD Engineer

The Industrial Research Centre Of Shiraz U
Shiraz, Iran
09.2014 - 03.2019
  • Worked closely with a variety of companies through the university's industrial research center, identifying their challenges and developing project proposals
  • Conducted Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulations for fluid flow, heat transfer, and Multiphysics in multiple projects, enhancing system performance and offering consultation.

Mechanical Process Engineer

Shahid Bahonar Copper Ind.co
Kerman, Iran
02.2018 - 10.2018
  • Conducted comprehensive design and optimization of the flotation power, utilizing CFD modelling and experimental testing, enhancing its efficiency by 2%.

MECHANICAL DESIGN LEAD

Safelight Cleaning System
GRANDE PRAIRIE, AB
01.2023
  • Demonstrated strong leadership skills by managing the entire process of 3D design and conducting thorough CFD and lumped analyses of compressed air nozzles for use in trailers, leading to improved safety measures for driving
  • Pioneered the innovative development of trailer lights featuring an integrated cleaning mechanism, simplifying the installation process
  • Created detailed 3D designs and optimized the entire pneumatic system, along with the Bill of Materials (BOM), through the development of a computer program based on engineering correlations, resulting in minimized air consumption
  • Liaised with various suppliers to explore fabrication methods, comparing injection molding and 3D printing options, in order to secure the best quality at the most competitive price.

Mechanical Design Engineer, Casual, On-call

Xtraval Health
Santa Clara, CA
  • Utilized Solidworks for the 3D innovative design and optimization of a digital version of the Covid-19 test kit, streamlining the testing process
  • Generated accurate 3D designs for multiple components, specifically for 3D printing and injection molding fabrication method
  • Liaised with various suppliers to explore fabrication methods, comparing injection molding and 3D printing options, in order to secure the best quality at the most competitive price.

Education

Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering -

Shiraz University

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering -

Shiraz University

Skills

  • Detailed 3D Design for Manufacturing
  • Detailed 2D Drawing and Drafting
  • Pneumatic Design and Sizing
  • 3D Printing and injection molding
  • Sheet metal
  • Prototyping and Construction of Pilot Setups
  • Pilot Testing
  • Basic structural analysis
  • Advance Analysis of Thermofluidic Systems
  • Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
  • Ansys Fluent with advance UDF writing
  • Multiphase flow simulation
  • Equivalent circuit modelling for thermal analysis
  • Multiphysics modelling
  • Computer programming
  • 3D Animation
  • Problem Solving and Innovation
  • Documentation and Reporting
  • Technical Proficiency
  • Project Management
  • Risk analysis and mitigation

Languages

English
Professional
French
Elementary
Persian
Native/ Bilingual

Patent

  • INTEGRATING CLEANING NOZZLE(S) INTO THE SENSORY AND ILLUMINATION SYSTEMS OF VEHICLES, US 8087 122, Pending

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

R&D Mechanical Engineer

Tank Traders
01.2024 - Current

MECHANICAL DESIGN LEAD

Safelight Cleaning System
01.2023

Mechanical Design Engineer

KDC/ONE
05.2022 - 12.2023

Thermofluid Research Engineer

Institut Interdisciplinaire D'innovation Technolog
06.2019 - 12.2021

Mechanical Process Engineer

Shahid Bahonar Copper Ind.co
02.2018 - 10.2018

R&D CFD Engineer

The Industrial Research Centre Of Shiraz U
09.2014 - 03.2019

Mechanical Design Engineer, Casual, On-call

Xtraval Health

Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering -

Shiraz University

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering -

Shiraz University

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