Chinmay D.
Mechanical Design Engineer | Robotics & Industrial Systems | CAD & FEA Specialist
About
Experienced in developing robotic carrier systems, automation-integrated mechanical structures, and prototype validation using additive manufacturing. Strong focus on bridging mechanical design with real-world industrial system requirements in robotics and automation environments.
Portfolio
Experience
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Mechanical Maintenance Intern
Essar Oil Pvt. Ltd. · Full-time
Dec 2016 –
Jan 2026
9 yrs 1 mos
Jamnagar, GJ, India
• Observed refinery maintenance operations across crude distillation, hydrotreating, and utility systems.
• Supported preventive and corrective maintenance activities in accordance with industrial safety and HSE procedures.
• Gained exposure to permit-to-work (PTW) systems and refinery operational workflows. -
CAD Design Intern | Robotics & Automated Systems
Cellgo GmbH · Part-time
Nov 2024 –
Jan 2025
2 mos
Paderborn, NRW, Germany
Designed and optimized lightweight structural chassis systems for autonomous warehouse carrier robots using Autodesk Inventor.
• Performed structural FEA simulations to evaluate stress distribution, deformation behaviour, and load-bearing performance across multiple design iterations.
• Developed and validated functional FDM prototypes to support manufacturability and design refinement prior to production. -
Mechanical Design Intern
Shree Venkatesh Engineering Works · Full-time
Jan 2021 –
Jun 2021
5 mos
Jamnagar, GJ, India
Redesigned and optimized mechanical components using Autodesk Fusion 360 to improve manufacturability and dimensional consistency.
• Produced technical drawings, inspection procedures, and manufacturing documentation to support production workflows.
• Contributed to process improvement initiatives that supported operational cost reduction and manufacturing efficiency. -
Mechanical Engineer Intern
Larsen and Toubro · Full-time
May 2018 –
Jun 2018
1 mos
Jamnagar, GJ, India
Supported engineering and installation activities for a pet coke gasification unit in collaboration with the design team.
• Assisted with system installation, commissioning support, and integration of industrial sensors and actuators into the control network.
• Participated in initial system testing and operational verification activities during setup phases.
Education
- SRH University of Applied Sciences Master, Engineering and Sustainable Management: Focus on Additive Manufacturing, Robotics and Industry 4.0, 2.2 2023 – 2026
- NMIMS Bachelors of Technology, Mechatronics Engineering, 2.5 2015 – 2020
Other experience
- PLC - Controlled Pnuematic Pick and Place System Designed and assembled a pneumatic pick-and-place robotic system with integrated actuators, motors, and mechanical linkages for automated material handling applications. Supported system testing and refinement to improve operational reliability and repeatability.
- Robotic Arm Interface & Mechanical Integration Supported integration and testing of a 6-DOF robotic arm system by combining robotic control software with custom communication interfaces. Assisted with system-level coordination between robotic hardware, motion control, and automation workflows for remote operation and task execution.
- Multi - Axis Archimedes Wind Turbine - Mechanical Design & Prototyping Designed a multi-axis Archimedes wind turbine optimized for low-speed urban wind conditions using Autodesk Inventor. Performed structural analysis and topology optimization to improve blade support structures and overall mechanical stability. Fabricated and assembled functional prototypes using FDM 3D printing with ABS material.
- Lightweight Carrier Robot Chassis for Automated Warehouse Systems Designed and optimized a lightweight structural chassis for autonomous warehouse carrier robots used in Goods-to-Person (G2P) systems. Developed parametric 3D models and performed structural FEA to improve stress distribution, deformation behaviour, and overall structural performance. Refined component geometry to improve manufacturability and injection moulding feasibility while reducing part complexity.
Licenses & Certifications
- Mobility/Medical goes additive, The VDI student competition VDI Apr 2024 – Present
- Diploma in Industrial Automation Prolific Systems and Technologies Pvt Ltd Feb 2019 – Present
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Age: 28
Joined: February 29, 2024
Last seen: June 1, 2026
Languages
English Full professional proficiency
Hindi Full professional proficiency
Gujarati Native or bilingual proficiency
German Elementary proficiency
Location
Paderborn, Germany