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Adarsh V.

CAD & Mechanical Design Engineer | SolidWorks • CATIA • Inventor • ANSYS

Thiruvananthapuram, India

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11,571 / 120,829

Skill pts: 5

2D Drafting and 3D Modeling 3D AutoCAD 3D CAD/CAM Adobe Fusion 360 FreeCAD

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About

I am a Mechanical Design Engineer and PhD Scholar with extensive hands-on experience in CAD modeling, mechanical design, and product development across industrial, academic, and freelance projects. My core strength lies in SolidWorks, CATIA, Autodesk Inventor, and AutoCAD, with a strong focus on manufacturing-ready designs.

I have designed complex mechanical assemblies, precision components, fixtures, and aerospace-grade parts, including:
>>A multipurpose mobile robot (complete CAD assembly, part modeling, and iteration)
>>Disc brake systems and heat exchanger components, integrating CAD with FEA and CFD validation

My background in CFD, structural and thermal analysis (ANSYS) allows me to go beyond basic modeling—ensuring designs are optimized for strength, thermal performance, and real-world operating conditions. I also have experience in 3D printing workflows, CAM preparation, and G-code generation.

With experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer and Assistant Professor, I bring clear communication, systematic design methodology, and strong documentation to every CAD project.

Experience

PhD Researcher – Mechanical Engineering (CFD & Design Optimisation) College of engineering Trivandrum · Full-time Nov 2021 – Present 4 yrs 2 mos Thiruvananthapuram, KL, India CFD-driven design optimisation of turbomachinery components

ANSYS Fluent and OpenFOAM simulations for aerodynamic and thermal performance

Python-based workflows for geometry handling, automation, and post-processing

Application of DOE, optimisation algorithms, and surrogate models

CAD-integrated simulation with performance validation and reporting
Mechanical Design Engineer Trizlabz · Freelance Jan 2022 – Dec 2022 11 mos Kochi, KL, India Designed a multipurpose mobile robot for medical, hotel, and logistics applications

Complete CAD modeling, assemblies, and design validation using SolidWorks

Iterative design focused on manufacturability, weight reduction, and assembly efficiency
Assistant Professor – Mechanical Engineering Various Engineering Colleges · Full-time Jul 2019 – Oct 2021 2 yrs 3 mos Thiruvananthapuram, KL, India Taught core mechanical and interdisciplinary subjects including Mechatronics, Manufacturing Processes, Metallurgy, Mechanics of Solids (MOS), Engineering Graphics, Machine Drawing, and CAD/CAM

Delivered hands-on CAD training using Autodesk Inventor, along with exposure to SolidWorks and CAM workflows

Guided students in 2D drafting, 3D part modeling, assemblies, and manufacturing drawings with proper dimensions and tolerances

Conducted laboratory sessions and design-oriented tutorials emphasizing practical application and industry relevance

Mentored academic and mini-projects involving mechanical design, automation, and manufacturing concepts

Prepared lesson plans, course materials, evaluations, and design assignments aligned with university curriculum

Actively integrated real-world design examples and manufacturing practices into classroom teaching

Education

College of Engineering Trivandrum Kerala PhD, CFD, FEA, Modeling, Optimisation 2021 – 2026 PhD Researcher – CFD & Design Optimisation | 2021–Present
CFD-based optimisation using ANSYS Fluent and OpenFOAM, with Python automation for geometry handling, simulation workflows, and post-processing.
Government Engineering College, Trivandrum - BartonHill MTECH, Machine design, 8.5 2016 – 2018 Activities and Societies: Technical seminars and workshops in Machine Design and CAD Academic project groups and design reviews Participation in design discussions, paper reviews, and technical presentations Collaborative project work in mechanical design and analysis M.Tech in Machine Design with strong hands-on focus on CAD modeling, mechanical component design, and optimisation. Extensive use of SolidWorks and ANSYS for design validation and performance improvement.

Master’s project involved geometric shape optimisation using CFD, combining parametric CAD modeling, simulation, and result analysis with emphasis on manufacturable and efficient designs.
Sarabhai Institute of Science and Technology BTech, Mechanical Engineering, 77% 2011 – 2015 Activities and Societies: Chairman – IEEE Student Branch, Sarabhai Institute of Science & Technology Led and coordinated technical workshops, seminars, and student activities Engineering design and manufacturing project teams CAD modeling, simulation discussions, and technical reviews B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering with strong exposure to CAD modeling, engineering drawing, and manufacturing processes. Gained hands-on experience in ANSYS-based analysis, machine component design, and production planning.

Final year ISRO-linked project involved design, analysis, and manufacturing of an aerospace (scramjet) component in Inconel 718, including 3D CAD modeling, fixture design, CAM preparation, and G-code generation, providing solid experience in design-for-manufacturing and real-world engineering workflows.

Other experience

Aircraft Component Design (Inconel 718) Precision CAD modeling, fixture design, CAM preparation, and manufacturability analysis
Heat Exchanger Rib Design – CAD + Thermal Analysis Geometry creation, parametric modification, and performance improvement
Disc Brake Design & Optimisation – CAD + ANSYS 3D modeling, thermal & structural validation, DOE-based optimisation
Multipurpose Mobile Robot – SolidWorks Full assembly, motion constraints, part detailing, and design iterations