Varun Shukla
Mechanical Drafter
Guelph,ON
Summary
Mechanical Drafter with 1+ years of professional experience using SolidWorks, Inventor, and AutoCAD to create precise 2D drawings and 3D models. Strong understanding of GD&T principles, assemblies, and parametric design, with the ability to support engineering teams through accurate documentation. Adept at interpreting engineering drawings, translating concepts into manufacturable designs, and maintaining strict revision control. Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline drafting workflows and provide high quality end-product.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Mechanical Drafter
L&T Heavy Engineering
12.2022 - 11.2023
- Produced detailed 2D fabrication drawings and 3D part/assembly models using AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and Autodesk Inventor for heavy engineering equipment.
- Generated production-ready drawings with weld symbols, BOMs, and annotations for manufacturing and assembly.
- Interpreted mechanical specifications and steel fabrication requirements to ensure accuracy and compliance with industry standards.
- Updated drawings and revision-controlled documentation based on engineering feedback and project changes.
- Collaborated with engineers, project managers, vendors, and shop-floor teams to resolve design discrepancies and optimize manufacturability.
- Supported on-site teams with technical drawings, clarifications, and as-built documentation.
- Maintained organized digital CAD files and contributed to continuous improvement of drafting processes.
- Reviewed drawings for potential risks and errors, escalating concerns to management as needed.
- Worked on more than 485 drawings, more than 900 components and assembly simulations related to pressure vessels.
Drafting Intern
L&T Heavy Engineering
07.2022 - 11.2022
- Assisted in creating 2D technical drawings and detailed part drawings using AutoCAD in compliance with standard drafting practices.
- Developed basic 3D part models and assembly models using SolidWorks and Autodesk Inventor.
- Generated dimensioned manufacturing drawings from 3D models, including orthographic views, sections, and detail views.
- Applied fundamental GD&T principles, tolerancing, and annotation standards to ensure drawing clarity and accuracy.
- Modified and updated drawings based on engineering feedback and design revisions while maintaining revision control.
- Interpreted mechanical design specifications and translated them into accurate 2D and 3D CAD documentation.
- Assisted in preparing fabrication and production drawing packages for shop-floor use.
- Maintained organized digital CAD files and followed internal document control procedures.
Education
Post-Graduate Certificate - Applied Manufacturing Management – Design Integration
Conestoga College
Guelph, ON04.2025
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Gujarat Technological University
Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India05.2023
Skills
AutoCAD (Schematics)
SolidWorks (CSWP)
Autodesk Inventor
OnShape
Fabrication & steel component drawings
GD&T, tolerancing, and annotations
BOM creation and management
Revision control & CAD file organization
Interpretation of mechanical specifications
Collaboration with shop-floor teams
Timeline
Mechanical Drafter
L&T Heavy Engineering
12.2022 - 11.2023
Drafting Intern
L&T Heavy Engineering
07.2022 - 11.2022
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Gujarat Technological University
Post-Graduate Certificate - Applied Manufacturing Management – Design Integration
Conestoga College