Ashwaq Shaik Mohammed

Mechanical Engineering graduate with experience in managing product design and process optimization, particularly in automotive and fabrication settings. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, manage budgets, develop schedules, and ensure projects are completed on time. Skilled in CAD, FEA, and project management, with a focus on delivering efficient and cost-effective engineering solutions.

A   Solar Power Project for Shamattawa Community, Jan 2024 – Apr 2024

• Contributed as a team member to the transition of the Shamattawa community by utilizing PVsyst for detailed system design and simulations to improve solar panel layouts by 60% and configurations for optimal energy production based on local climatic conditions
• Performed comprehensive energy yield analysis, shadow simulations, performance loss evaluations, and sustainability nurturing overall system efficiency and operational reliability. Documented the results using MS Office
• Established a planned system design, and got significant reductions in carbon emissions and operational costs, providing a scalable blueprint for future community-based renewable energy projects

Optimization   and Cost Analysis of Injection Molded Parts, Jan  2024 – Apr 2024

• Developed FEA models for ABS and polypropylene pellets, applying SolidWorks Plastics to simulate and refine two-plate and three-plate Mold processes at varying pressures, minimizing material waste and defect rates
• Performed in-depth cost analyses to evaluate the economic impacts of utilizing various plastic pellets and different molding pressures in two-plate versus three-plate designs, gained a 15% reduction in production costs
• Developed and practiced standardized design guidelines focusing on Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) for plastic injection molding, escalating precision in part specifications and increasing manufacturing efficiency by 20%

Designing   and Sizing of Air-cooled heat Exchanger, Sept   2023 – Dec 2023

• Designed and optimized an air-cooled heat exchanger by performing thermal analysis and fin efficiency calculations to maximize heat transfer in gas-to-liquid applications
• Conducted detailed fin calculations to determine optimal fin geometry, spacing, and material for enhanced surface area, resulting in a 25% improvement in heat transfer performance
• Selected finned tubes and fan configurations based on air velocity, pressure drop, and heat dissipation requirements, ensuring efficient cooling and cost-effective operation
• Collaborated with vendors to specify high-performance finned tube bundles, ensuring proper material selection for corrosion resistance and long-term durability in harsh operating conditions

• Scored 80% in Product Design and Development exam organized by NPTEL (National Programme on Technology Enhanced Learning)
• Applied for Engineer-In-Training in Engineers & Geoscientists British Columbia