Mohammed A.

Experience

• Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer Freelance · Self-employed Feb 2025 – Present 11 mos India o Understanding the scope of design projects and creating work prototypes based on project
  requirements.
  o Working on CAD 3D models and drawings using CAD tools like SolidWorks and Creo as per ASME Y14.5.
  o Working in designs for various manufacturing technologies including plastic injection molding,
  machining & sheet metal Parts
  o Updating designs and project deliverables as per client requirements to ensure alignment with
  expectations.
  o Creating DXF files for laser cutting of sheet metal parts.
  o Preparing detailed manufacturing drawings for production work, ensuring clear communication of
  design specifications to the production team.
• Design Engineer (Team Lead) Naffco Trucks and Vehicles · Full-time May 2023 – Apr 2025 1 yrs 11 mos United Arab Emirates o Plan work with clear goals and destinations to ensure efficient task management and timely completion.
  o Prepare 2-D and 3-D General Arrangement (GA) drawings using CAD tools (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, etc.).
  o Material selection based on design specifications and performance requirements.
  o Update the Bill of Materials (BOM) for the entire product using Excel and Oracle systems.
  o Design electrical switch panels and control boards, ensuring integration with the overall design.
  o Work on Design for Assembly (DFA) and Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles for the entire
  product.
  o Working on sheet metal and plastic part design for Medical Devices (Ventilator, Patient monitor &
  Disinfection fogger)
  o Coordinating with concern department for HVAC & designing AC Ducts, Mounting bracket Brackets.
  o Perform GD&T and stack-up analysis at the assembly and part level to ensure precise fits and clearances.
  o Design seating systems, benches, and upholstery components (structure, foam, plastics, mechanisms).
  o Design storage cabinets, water tanks, and other structures using materials like sheet metal, tubes, and
  pipes (Aluminum, M.S., Stainless Steel, GRP, ABS, MDF, Polypropylene, Intecel).
  o Design new molds for thermoforming, Vacuum forming and GRP/FRP Parts.
  o Research and develop new products, implementing innovative design solutions to meet market needs.
  o Prepare complete Bill of Quantities (BOQ) for respective projects to ensure proper material and cost
  estimation.
  o Performing VAVE for cost reducing for existing & New Product design
  o Order new materials (both local and foreign) as per design specifications to ensure the timely availability
  of resources.
  o Define test procedures and participate in assembly, build, and test verification to validate product
  performance.
  o Working on Production drawings as per ASME Y14.5 for sheet metal parts
  o Expertise in robust modeling & detailing as per standards
  o Strong knowledge of metal manufacturing processes (Laser Cutting, Water jet, Press Brake, Shearing and
  Lathe Machines) and for Plastic manufacturing processes (Thermoforming, Vacuum forming, Injection
  Molding & 3D Printing Machines).
  o Knowledge of modeling and simulation tools (Ansys Workbench & SolidWorks)
  o Leverage hands-on design and testing experience to troubleshoot issues and improve product designs.
  o Benchmarking and tear down for existing design then preparing project specs and complete CAD
  drawing with optimizing design techniques
• Mechanical Design Engineer Freelance · Self-employed May 2016 – Apr 2025 8 yrs 11 mos India Responsible for understanding the scope of design projects and creating work prototypes based on
  project requirements.
  o Responsible for testing the designed projects to ensure they meet customer requirements and
  expectations.
  o Updating designs and project deliverables as per client requirements to ensure alignment with
  expectations.
  o Preparing 2-D and 3-D General Arrangement (GA) drawings using CAD tools (Unigraphics & Creo).
  o Creating DXF files for laser cutting of sheet metal parts.
  o Preparing detailed manufacturing drawings for production work, ensuring clear communication of
  design specifications to the production team.
• Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Medtronic · Full-time Feb 2024 – Jan 2025 11 mos India o Assigning Product Change (PCH) for a set of GTINs and building PCH Bill of Materials (BOM) in Agile.
  o Tasks include conceptualization, CAD 3D modeling, risk and failure analysis, testing and validation,
  documentation, and product release.
  o Working on CAD 3D models and drawings using CAD tools like SolidWorks and Creo as per ASME Y14.5.
  o Working in designs for various manufacturing technologies including plastic injection molding,
  machining & sheet metal Parts
  o Experience in selection of materials & various finishing processes
  o Strong foundation and working knowledge in GD & T & stack up analysis
  o Managing Engineering Change Orders (ECO), Engineering Change Notices (ECN), and related workflows.
  o Effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely release of documents and product
  changes.
  o Design Support for New Product Development (NPD), design changes and facilitating the incorporation
  of those changes in the lifecycle.
  o Knowledge and adherence to medical device regulations and standards, including ISO 13485, ISO 14971,
  and IEC 60601-1.
  o Strong Presentation, verbal and written communication skills, with a strong ability to communicate
  complex technical details effectively.
  o Perform work that is varied and complex, under direct supervision. Functional concept and prior exp to
  work assignments
  o Mechanical engineering support for lifecycle/sustaining projects involving electromechanical systems in
  both production and after-market phases. Also include Root Cause Analysis, proposal and development
  of creative design solutions, as well as the support of verification and validation (V&V) activities required
  for their implementation
  o Support the production of existing systems by investigating the root cause of issues found in
  manufacturing and early-life field failures experienced by customers / end users.
  o Conceive, develop, and implement creative design solutions to improve manufacturability and prevent
  the recurrence of defects.
  o Review and modify mechanical designs files, including both 3D models and 2D drawings, for products
  currently in production phase.
• Manager Mg Automotives · Full-time Jun 2023 – Nov 2023 5 mos India o Planning the work with a clear and achievable destination.
  o Preparing complete Bill of Quantities (BOQ) for respective projects.
  o Working on estimation products, including tender drawings.
  o Designing seating systems, benches, and other upholstery works (structure, foam, plastics,
  mechanisms).
  o Designing storage cabinets, water tanks, chassis frames, internal and external paneling using sheet
  metal, tubes, pipes, and other materials (Aluminum, M.S., Stainless Steel, GRP, ABS, MDF,
  Polypropylene, Intecel).
  o Designing new molds for thermoforming/ Vacuum Forming and GRP/FRP Parts
  o Selecting materials as per design requirements.
  o Ordering new materials (local or foreign) based on design specifications.
  o Cost out to reduction manhour and cost for existing design (VAVE)
  o Analyzing tolerance stack-up for assemblies and part-level design.
  o Working on Design for Assembly (DFA) and Design for Manufacturability (DFM) for complete products.
  o Researching and developing new products and solutions.
  o Exploring new product designs and technological innovations.
  o Defining test procedures and participating in assembly, build, and test verification.
  o Hands-on design and testing background, coupled with strong engineering and problem-solving skills.
  o Working knowledge of DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis), DFX (Design for Cost,
  Manufacturability, Assembly, Reliability, Safety, Testing, and Serviceability), and problem-solving
  techniques.