Experienced in designing, developing and implementing cost-effective and energy-efficient mechanical systems. Possesses strong knowledge of engineering principles, mathematics and physics and utilization of CAD software. Committed to continuous improvement and finding creative solutions to complex engineering problems.
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RUPIN KOTHARI
Toronto,ON
Summary
Overview
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Thermodyne Engineering
Mechanical Engineer, Verifier
05.2022 - Current
Job overview
- As experienced Nuclear, Aerospace, and Defense Engineering, , was responsible for ensuring compliance of over 80 Design Reports, Engineering Drawings, and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Reports related to Control Valves, Heat Exchangers, Expansion Joints, Accumulators.
- Worked with wide range of clients, including Promation Nuclear, IMI Critical Engineering, Rolls Royce, Senior Flexonic Pathways, Aerofin, General Dynamics, Raytheon, Collins Aerospace, Kelvion, Energy Steel, etc. to ensure that their products were compliant with industry standards and regulations.
- Worked collaboratively with engineering team to identify any non-compliance issues and provided recommendations to address them. Maintained excellent communication with clients throughout verification process, providing updates and ensuring that any concerns or questions were addressed in timely and professional manner.
- Demonstrated success in verifying compliance with regulatory requirements (TSSA) and industry standards, ensuring highest level of safety and quality control procedures.
- Conducted finite element analysis (FEA) using industry-leading software such as Ansys and Solidworks Simulation on variety of products, including Gasket Plate heat exchangers, fast-acting platforms, active filtration skids, and isotope production systems, to evaluate their structural integrity and performance as per ASME BPVC Section VIII and CSA S-16 codes.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify design improvements based on FEA analysis and test results, resulting in improved product performance and increased customer satisfaction.
- Designed fire testing rigs using Solidworks for aerospace components to evaluate their performance under extreme conditions, both in-flight and on ground, and provided recommendations for improvements based on test results.
- Documented analysis and test results in technical reports and presented findings to management and customers in clear and concise manner.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with customers, vendors, and suppliers to ensure successful project completion and future business opportunities. Participated in company-wide initiatives to improve product quality, safety, and efficiency.
Ontario Ministry of Education
Application Programmer Analyst
07.2020 - 08.2021
Job overview
- Designed HP-UFT scripts in VBA to execute automation scenarios and perform functional, unity, sanity, and regression testing, which helped in identifying 127 bugs on existing government software like SORRL and Child-Care.
- Logged bugs, categorized them based on severity and tracked them on project management tools like JIRA and ALM for BA and Developer team, which assisted them in improving user interface.
- Collaborated with software development and manual testing team in conceptualizing and developing various versions of government websites to eliminate existing defects and come up with new features.
University of Toronto Formula Racing
Mechanical Design Engineer
09.2021 - 05.2021
Job overview
- Used FUSION360 and SOLIDWORKS to design 2 Stage Reduction Planetary Gearbox, which would eliminate existing chain and sprocket transmission mechanism and will lower EV’s center of mass. This will enable team to install desired suspension system.
- Performed Finite Element Analysis on ANSYS for housing of the gearbox to analyze Von Mises stresses around drill holes and fillets and used results to minimize material usage by 23% while ensuring enough space to allow for mechanical integration of different parts within the system.
Deloitte
Mechanical Design Engineer
01.2020 - 04.2020
Job overview
- Evaluated most economical and environmentally viable alternative using TRACI Life Cycle Assessment, Sensitivity, and Economic analysis of different container formats on different stakeholders.
Eglinton Crosstown LRT
Mechanical Design Engineer
09.2019 - 12.2019
Job overview
- Designed a ramp in SolidWorks consisting of a 6-bar linkage mechanism (ADA compliant), which is more adjustable in terms of length and deploys faster than the existing wheelchair ramp mechanism.
- Used SolidWorks Simulation for Linear Static Analysis to determine the risk of failure under varying loading conditions.
Upraised
Machine Learning Intern
06.2019 - 08.2019
Job overview
- Designed and built a collaborative and content-based recommendation system in Python, which recommends easy/challenging jobs on the basis of inputs given by the user using statistical tools such as Jaccard Similarity
- Designed a Computer Adaptive Testing model in R using Item Response Theory to accurately estimate the abilities of the candidates.
Alpha Alternatives
Quantitative Analyst
06.2018 - 08.2018
Job overview
- Performed Quantitative Research, primarily in equities domain. The research included model building, signal generation, strategy backtesting, and developing reports to answer interested data-related queries from clients.
- Implemented research papers on technical analysis and statistical pattern recognition to revamp existing stock market forecasting model using Neural Networks, which improved accuracy by 73% and helped quant team handle investments up to $3M.
Ecosystems Energy
Mechatronics Design Engineer
01.2018 - 04.2018
Job overview
- Utilized Arduino UNO, Ethernet Shield, and Current Transformer to measure campus building energy use at lower cost (CAD 150) than existing methods (CAD 3000).
- The design recorded and measured parameters influencing the electricity consumption of individual buildings and will deliver information to appropriate managing authorities.
Education
University of Toronto
Mechanical Engineer from Minors: Advanced Manufacturing
05.2022
University Overview
Eligible for EIT designation.
Skills - Solidworks, Ansys, AutoCAD, Python, Matlab, Microsoft.
Dean’s Honors List (2017, 2018, 2021, 2022
Skills
- Finite Element Analysis Software
- Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
- Feasibility Reviews
- Data Analysis
- Design Reviews
- Project Management
- Machine Design
- Statistical Analysis
- Quality Assurance Controls
- ANSYS Workbench
- Regulatory Compliance
- Technical Writing
- Microsoft Office Suite
Timeline
Mechanical Engineer, Verifier
Thermodyne Engineering
05.2022 - Current
Mechanical Design Engineer
University of Toronto Formula Racing
09.2021 - 05.2021
Application Programmer Analyst
Ontario Ministry of Education
07.2020 - 08.2021
Mechanical Design Engineer
Deloitte
01.2020 - 04.2020
Mechanical Design Engineer
Eglinton Crosstown LRT
09.2019 - 12.2019
Machine Learning Intern
Upraised
06.2019 - 08.2019
Quantitative Analyst
Alpha Alternatives
06.2018 - 08.2018
Mechatronics Design Engineer
Ecosystems Energy
01.2018 - 04.2018
University of Toronto
Mechanical Engineer from Minors: Advanced Manufacturing
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