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Design & Manufacturing Engineer
Sept 2017 - April 2020

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My role at SRC Refrigeration greatly involved utilizing my strong expertise in 2D/3D modeling using AutoCAD & Inventor, and Vault for PDM. As a design engineer, I was responsible to create 2D layouts and 3D renderings for Cooler/Freezer boxes, based on the customer specifications. Working on heat load calculations to spec. correct refrigeration unit was one of the key design aspects. I also have utilized lean manufacturing techniques to optimize the process flow for the assemblies within the facility in association with DFM/DFA methodologies. At SRC, working in a collaborative environment to mitigate design/manufacturing problems has helped me strengthen my design skills and has developed a better understanding of manufacturing processes.

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SRC. Inc, 

Sterling Heights MI

COMPANY

SRC Refrigeration manufactures and sells walk-in coolers, walk-in freezers and cold rooms as well as reach-in display coolers/freezers, beverage coolers, beer caves and refrigeration systems to restaurants, convenience stores, bars, funeral homes, schools, breweries and floral shops.

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All custom boxes were designed, developed and manufactured by SRC understanding the customer needs and applications. 

SKILLS

COOLER/FREEZER/COMBO BOX:

• Develop 2D/3D designs for the box as per to customer specifications.

• CAD Modelling - AutoCAD, Inventor & Solid works 2020.

• Generate CNC machining programs for sheet metal and foam panel cutting.

• Utilize PDM - Autodesk VAULT to manage design files and CNC files

• Design refrigeration systems including PIDs.

• Selection of appropriate refrigeration units based on the applications and the heat load calculations.

• Material, parts and hardware selection.

• Develop build packages and generate work orders using Oracle NetSuite

• Develop Instruction sheets, installation documents and other QMS documentation. 

• Coordinating to establish NSF/FDA/BISSC testing and certification standards.

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Cooler-Freezer Combo Unit

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Display Unit

REPLACEMENT DOOR

• Project Manager - Design and develop replacement universal heavy-duty doors.

• Utilized Inventor for 3D CAD modelling.

• Responsible for product data management and creating engineering drawings. 

• Collaborated with manufacturing and operations to setup pilot production lines.

• Developed material and components standards based on the sizing and applications.

• Material consolidation along with maximum utilization of existing tools and components.

• Estimated Annual Sales of 100+ units: USD 275k in revenue per year.

• 100% Made and Assembled in the USA.

Design

Prototype

THE SHARKTANK PROJECT - TENDED BAR DESIGN (SEPT'19 - APR'20)

This was an unique project, supported and sponsored by Mr. Mark Cuban in collaboration with one of the SRC Inc. customer. The idea behind the project was to create an automated bar, which could serve you, your favorite cocktails, just by scanning the RFID Barcode and a single touch . These units were to be installed at sports complex facilities for recreational purposes. In the world of automation, this was indeed one step closer developing an unique product for the consumers market. I was the project lead to develop initial design draft, cooling systems, PIDS and program PLCs to a certain extend.  

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ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Created 3D conceptual designs of walk-in / display coolers & freezers, & Beer Growlers using Autodesk Inventor.

  • Prepared mechanical engineering designs & sketches including layout & conceptual design using AutoCAD.

  • Assisted with the strategic conversion from AutoCAD 2D into 3D using Inventor / SolidWorks modeling.

  • Provided technical system support by troubleshooting and resolving performance failures in production.

  • Designed tools and fixtures and perform IQ OQ’s.

  • Designed HVAC System flow charts and PID’s for custom built projects along with heat load calculations.

  • Created initial BOMs using Oracle NetSuite & cut sheets for manufacturing.

  • Experience with AutoCAD, PLC Programming, and Automation

  • Lead Engineering & Operations team with various projects to ensure process/material flow & reduce scrap and waste.

  • Applied engineering principles & analytical techniques to drive continuous improvement to manufacturing processes.

  • Performed and managed all other tasks as delegated by the supervisor. 

"mechanical engineers: they turn coffee into machines"

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