Somanath D.

Experience

• CAD Quality Assurance Engineer AMC Bridge · Full-time Feb 2023 – Present 3 yrs 2 mos Pune, MH, India Working as a CAD Quality Assurance Engineer responsible for ensuring the reliability and performance of CAD applications through structured testing and validation processes. The role involves designing and executing comprehensive test cases to validate critical CAD workflows and verify software functionality across different modules.
  
  Perform regression testing and functional testing to ensure stability across software releases while identifying potential defects in new features and enhancements. Develop structured test data using multiple CAD platforms including PTC Creo, SolidWorks, and AutoCAD to improve testing efficiency and coverage.
  
  Collaborate closely with development teams by reporting and tracking issues using Jira and Azure DevOps, ensuring timely resolution and high-quality software releases. Create mind maps and structured test plans to visualize feature dependencies and optimize the overall testing workflow.
  
  This role requires a deep understanding of CAD modeling workflows, engineering design processes, and software quality assurance, enabling effective validation of complex CAD features and engineering applications.
• CAD Quality Assurance Engineer Swift PLM Pvt Ltd · Full-time Aug 2023 – Jan 2025 1 yrs 5 mos Pune, MH, India Worked as a CAD Quality Assurance Engineer responsible for validating CAD and PLM workflows and ensuring the reliability of engineering software functionality. The role involved designing and executing regression tests and functional tests to verify both existing and newly developed features across multiple CAD modules.
  
  Conducted detailed testing of CAD functionalities including part modeling, assemblies, sheet metal, simulation, generative design, and PLM integrations using PTC Creo and Windchill. Identified software issues, reported Software Performance Reports (SPR), and collaborated closely with development teams to investigate and resolve defects.
  
  Created comprehensive test coverage to ensure stability of new releases and maintain high quality standards for CAD workflows. Responsibilities also included investigating failed regression tests, verifying bug fixes, and supporting continuous improvement of the CAD testing process.
  
  This role required a strong understanding of mechanical design workflows, CAD modeling processes, and PLM systems, enabling effective validation of engineering software used by design teams.
• CAD DESIGN ENGINEER Tech Mahindra · Full-time Jun 2018 – Aug 2023 5 yrs 2 mos Hyderabad, TS, India Developed robust 3D models for sheet metal, plastic, and solid components, ensuring manufacturability and adherence to design standards. Created Model-Based Definitions (MBD) for parts and assemblies to improve design accuracy and streamline downstream manufacturing and documentation processes.
  
  Collaborated with cross-functional teams to modify and optimize designs based on engineering feedback and customer requirements. Managed Bills of Materials (BOM) using Windchill, maintaining accurate product data and ensuring consistency across engineering documentation.
  
  Key responsibilities included design modifications, assembly management, engineering documentation, and supporting product development workflows to deliver high-quality mechanical designs within project timelines.
• CAD DESIGN ENGINEER Caresoft Global Pvt. Ltd. · Full-time Jan 2018 – Aug 2020 2 yrs 7 mos Chennai, TN, India Worked as a Mechanical Design Engineer supporting projects for CNH Industrial, focusing on the design and development of mechanical components and assemblies using PTC Creo.
  
  Responsibilities included creating detailed 3D models and engineering drawings for sheet metal, machining, and tubular components, ensuring compliance with customer design standards and manufacturing requirements. I also prepared general assembly drawings and Bills of Materials (BOM) while maintaining accuracy and consistency with engineering specifications.
  
  Handled large assembly structures, working with simplified representations, family tables, and data-sharing techniques to optimize model performance and improve design workflow. Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to implement design modifications and ensure that updated drawings and models met evolving customer requirements.
  
  Key contributions included improving design accuracy, supporting manufacturing readiness, and maintaining high-quality engineering documentation.