Shiva Ganesh Ande
Mechanical Engineer
Halifax,NS
Summary
Hardworking and passionate Mechanical Engineer with extensive experience in composite materials, fabrication, and testing from Advanced Systems Laboratory/Defense Research and Development Organization, Hyderabad. Proven expertise in leading projects, advanced material tests, and simulation model development. Holding a bachelor's in mechanical engineering and a Post-Graduate Certificate in Project Management. Completed impactful internships with DRDO, contributing to missile technology and navigation system testing. Proficient in AutoCAD, Creo, and Agile Jira, with a successful track record in innovative engineering projects, including 3D printers and multi-terrain robots.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Inventory & Merchandising Supervisor
Leons
1 2023 - Current
- Efficiently handled daily inventory cycling processes and comprehensive reports, ensuring accurate tracking and management of stock levels across showroom and warehouse locations
- Monitored and managed internal store transfers, ensuring seamless movement of items between locations to meet demand and maintain stock integrity.
- Conducted regular audits of merchandising activities to maintain compliance with company policies and industry best practices.
- Trained and mentored junior staff members, fostering a collaborative work environment focused on team success.
Assistant Project Manager
Composite Product Development Center, ASL/DRDO
08.2021 - 09.2022
- Coordinated cross-functional teams in the development and execution of projects of composite casings development and advanced material testing
- Facilitate project planning, scheduling, and resource allocation to ensure timely completion of project milestones
- Collaborated with Directors, Scientists, and stakeholders to define project objectives, scope, and deliverables
- Implement Agile project management methodologies using Jira to organize tasks, prioritize work, and track project progress
- Conduct regular Minutes of Meetings and communication channels to ensure alignment and transparency among project team members
- Liaise with suppliers, vendors, and subcontractors to procure materials and services necessary for project execution.
Project Coordinator
Advanced Systems Laboratory, DRDO
07.2020 - 08.2021
- Issued purchase orders and managed work orders efficiently, ensuring seamless operations between departments and suppliers.
- Acted as a primary point of contact for field staff, divisions, and clients, demonstrating strong communication skills and problem-solving abilities.
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
- Supported monthly billing processes in coordination with project managers and the accounting department, maintaining accuracy and timeliness in financial transactions.
- Conducted thorough reviews of timesheets for payroll processing and compliance.
- Assisted in weekly processing of timesheets and productivity reports, contributing to effective resource management and project planning.
- Participated actively in division meetings, contributing insights and updates on administrative activities and project progress.
Internship Coordinator
Research Center IMARAT, DRDO
05.2019 - 06.2019
- Worked on how a ballistic missile direction is controlled by using FINS which are controlled by Hydraulic Actuation Systems and testing of servo motors
- Types of Actuation Systems and their capabilities
- Understand how missile direction is controlled by using FINS which are controlled by Hydraulic Actuation Systems and testing of servo motors.
Mechanical Engineer
Advanced Systems Laboratory/Defense Research and Development Organization
06.2017 - 08.2018
- Involved in the division fabrication of wide range of composite casings with varying dimensions and designs
- Performed a range of tests on composite casings, including ultrasonic, radiographic, burst, static load, and nondestructive testing
- Responsible for a team using an epoxy resin and epoxy-fine resin mixture
- These are employed in various winding processes to bond carbon fiber and carbon fabric sheets to the casing
- Developed and tested simulations or design models for Composite Rocket Casings to assess their effectiveness and strength
- Created composite material samples and carried out radiographic, tensile, compression, and ultrasonic tests
- Developed the manufacturing processes after doing a results analysis.
Internship Coordinator
Research Center IMARAT, DRDO
05.2016 - 06.2016
- Conducted some environmental tests conducted on Relay Box navigation system test involved (Vibration, Acceleration, Bump) for on board systems.
Education
Post-Graduate Certificate - Project Management
Algoma University
Brampton, ON 09.2022 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University
Hyderabad, India 07.2018 - 05.2021
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Sphoorthy Engineering College
Hyderabad, India 06.2014 - 05.2017
Skills
Auto Cad
Creo
Finite Element Analysis
Agile Jira Project Management Software
MS Office Package
3D Printing
Composite Material Fabrication
Engineering Materials
Hydraulic & Pneumatic Actuation Systems
Additive Manufacturing
Logistics
Certification
Agile Project Management with Jira Cloud: 1 Projects, Boards, and Issues.
Projects
Created and launched a website for online yoga class registrations while engaging in project management studies. Executed a project on constructing a Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) 3D Printer during my bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering. Designed and developed a Multi-Terrain Military Robot capable of detecting wetlands, as part of my Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering program. Successfully engineered an Electro Magnetic Piston during my Diploma in Mechanical Engineering studies.
Timeline
Post-Graduate Certificate - Project Management
Algoma University
09.2022 - 05.2024
Assistant Project Manager
Composite Product Development Center, ASL/DRDO
08.2021 - 09.2022
Project Coordinator
Advanced Systems Laboratory, DRDO
07.2020 - 08.2021
Internship Coordinator
Research Center IMARAT, DRDO
05.2019 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University
07.2018 - 05.2021
Mechanical Engineer
Advanced Systems Laboratory/Defense Research and Development Organization
06.2017 - 08.2018
Internship Coordinator
Research Center IMARAT, DRDO
05.2016 - 06.2016
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Sphoorthy Engineering College
06.2014 - 05.2017
Inventory & Merchandising Supervisor
Leons
1 2023 - Current
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