Rajeev A.

Experience

• CAD Engineer Parametric design systems · Freelance May 2010 – Present 16 yrs 3 mos Pune, MH, India CAD Engineer – Mechanical Design & Product Development
  
  10 Years of Professional Experience
  
  I have 10 years of professional experience in CAD and mechanical design engineering, specializing in CATIA V5, 3D modeling, assembly design, sheet metal, tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing-oriented engineering design.
  
  Over the years, I have worked on a variety of mechanical design and manufacturing projects, converting concepts, sketches, 2D drawings, and engineering requirements into accurate 3D CAD models and production-ready designs.
  
  Key Responsibilities & Experience
  
  - Developed detailed 3D mechanical components and assemblies using CATIA V5.
  - Designed sheet metal components, brackets, enclosures, and fabricated parts.
  - Designed BIW fixtures, welding fixtures, inspection fixtures, and manufacturing tooling.
  - Worked on press die and injection mold design concepts.
  - Created engineering drawings, detailing, dimensions, tolerances, and BOMs.
  - Applied DFM/DFA principles to improve manufacturability and reduce production issues.
  - Modified and optimized existing designs according to customer and manufacturing requirements.
  - Supported prototype development and production engineering.
  - Performed CAD design based on 2D drawings, reference models, sketches, photographs, and customer specifications.
  - Worked with manufacturing teams to ensure designs are practical, accurate, and production-ready.
  - Developed Excel VBA automation tools to improve engineering and CAD-related workflows.
  
  Professional Strengths
  
  CATIA V5 | Mechanical CAD | 3D Modeling | Assembly Design | Sheet Metal | Fixture Design | Tooling | Product Development | Engineering Drawings | DFM/DFA | Manufacturing Support | CAD Automation
  
  I am available for freelance, remote, fixed-price, milestone-based, and long-term CAD engineering projects.