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ALIHOSSEIN NIKKHAH

Richmond Hill,ON

Summary

Results-driven and innovative Mechanical Design Lead with 9+ years of experience 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

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

MECHANICAL DESIGN LEAD

Safelight Cleaning System
01.2023 - 10.2023
  • Demonstrated strong leadership skills by managing the entire process of 3D design and conducting thorough 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

KDC/ONE
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • 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.
  • Conducting risk analysis for new products and components to identify and mitigate potential risks.

Mechanical Design Engineer

Xtrava Health
05.2021 - 11.2021
  • 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.

Thermofluid Engineer

Institut Interdisciplinaire D'innovation Technolog
06.2019 - 03.2021
  • Designed and fabricated hydrodynamic and heat transfer laboratory setups to develop pulsating heat pipes, leading to the creation of a low thermal resistance PHP.
  • Designed and analyzed a thermal management system for electric vehicle batteries based on TGP, utilizing a customized computer program for 1D heat transfer 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 Simulation Engineer

The Industrial Research Centre Of Shiraz U
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.
  • Carried out 6 Degrees of Freedom (6DoF) dynamic and kinematic simulations using ADAMS View, sizing various subsystems and assessing the overall system performance.

Mechanical Process Engineer

Shahid Bahonar Copper Ind.co
02.2018 - 10.2018
  • Conducting risk analysis for new products and components to identify and mitigate potential risks.

Education

Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Shiraz University
Shiraz, Iran

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Shiraz University
Shiraz, Iran

Skills

  • Detailed 2D and 3D Design for Fabrication Purposes
  • Development and Assembly of Experimental Setups
  • Experimental Testing
  • Pneumatic Design and Sizing
  • 3D Printing and injection molding
  • Thermofluidic System Analysis and Optimization
  • 3D Animation
  • Analysis of Thermofluidic Systems using 1D, 2D, and 3D Methods
  • Utilizatio of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
  • Safety Management
  • Project Management
  • Effective Team Collaboration and Coordination
  • Problem Solving and Innovation
  • Documentation and Reporting
  • Technical Proficiency

Patents

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

Languages

English
Full Professional
French
Elementary
Persian
Elementary

Timeline

MECHANICAL DESIGN LEAD

Safelight Cleaning System
01.2023 - 10.2023

Mechanical Design Engineer

KDC/ONE
01.2022 - 01.2023

Mechanical Design Engineer

Xtrava Health
05.2021 - 11.2021

Thermofluid Engineer

Institut Interdisciplinaire D'innovation Technolog
06.2019 - 03.2021

Mechanical Process Engineer

Shahid Bahonar Copper Ind.co
02.2018 - 10.2018

R&D Simulation Engineer

The Industrial Research Centre Of Shiraz U
09.2014 - 03.2019

Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Shiraz University

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Shiraz University
ALIHOSSEIN NIKKHAH