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Nickolay S.

Senior Mechanical Engineer | Semi-Trailer & Tanker Design | SolidWorks / Product Design / CAD Expert

Odessa, Ukraine

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4,917 / 135,136

Skill pts: 10

2D & 3D Modeling Solidworks CAD Drafting Mechanical Engineering Design Solidworks SolidWorks Assembly Engineering

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About

I am a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer and Head of a Design Department with nearly 20 years of hands-on experience in industrial engineering and machinery. I specialize in transforming complex concepts into fully functional, production-ready products.

With nearly 20 years of experience, I specialize in the engineering of semi-trailers, tankers (fuel, chemical, food-grade), and heavy-duty transport equipment. I have a deep understanding of:
Chassis & Frame Design: High-strength steel structures optimized for weight and durability.
Tanker Engineering: Pressure vessel calculations, baffles, and fluid dynamics.
Suspension & Axle Integration: Working with SAF, BPW, and custom mechanical/air systems.
Piping & Discharge Systems: Complete layouts for liquid and dry bulk transport.

I understand the full product lifecycle, from initial R&D to mass production.
Why choose my services?
I don’t just provide CAD files; I provide engineering solutions. With two decades in the industry, I know how to avoid common manufacturing pitfalls, saving you time and thousands of dollars in wasted materials.
Whether you need a single precision component or a complete industrial machine, I deliver professional-grade results.
Let's bring your technical vision to life with precision and industrial-grade quality.

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Experience

Senior Mechanical Engineer EVERLAST · Full-time Sep 2009 – Present 16 yrs 9 mos Odesa, Odesa Oblast, Ukraine While leading the engineering department, I remain the lead designer for key projects. I am responsible for the entire product lifecycle—from the first sketch to the final prototype testing on the factory floor.
Key Responsibilities:
Active Engineering: Personally developed 3D models for complex tankers and semi-trailers (assemblies with 5,000+ components).
Documentation Mastery: Created and verified complete sets of engineering drawings, ensuring 100% accuracy for workshop production.
Production Supervision: Working directly with welders, machinists, and assemblers to solve technical challenges in real-time.
Standardization: Implementing DFM (Design for Manufacturing) standards to reduce material waste and assembly time.

Education

Odesa National Polytechnic University specialist, Metal Cutting Machine Tools and Mechanisms 2012 – 2016

Other experience

Project Manager was primarily responsible for the design of components and mechanisms, and also oversaw the implementation and accuracy of the designs by the engineers.

Licenses & Certifications

SOLIDWORKS Sheet Metal Professional (CSWPA-SM) VirtualTester Online, Tangix Design & Development AB May 2018 – Present See credential
SOLIDWORKS Design Professional (CSWP) VirtualTester Online, Tangix Design & Development AB Jun 2017 – Present See credential
SOLIDWORKS Design Associate (CSWA) VirtualTester Online, Tangix Design & Development AB Jul 2016 – Present See credential