Chirag V.

Experience

• Product Design Engineer ITT Inc. · Full-time Jun 2024 – Present 2 yrs 3 mos Vadodara, Gujarat, India • Implemented Windchill PLM process workflows for cross-functional collaboration, improving design
  data management and workflow efficiency.
  • Redesigned a valve actuator for Weir Valve, achieving cost reduction through design optimization
  and material standardization.
  • Conducted FEA simulations on valve bodies and actuator components to validate stress
  performance and ensure structural integrity.
  • Developed 3D casting models from legacy drawings to modernize manufacturing processes and
  improve accuracy.
  • Designed conceptual mounting brackets for limit switches, supporting product customization and
  adaptability.
  • Designed a test rig for motor testing for 100–200 HP NEMA frames
  • Performed simulation for robustness of C-face casting using Ansys
• Design Engineer Intolcast pvt ltd · Full-time Apr 2021 – Jul 2026 5 yrs 3 mos Rajkot, Gujarat, India • Created 3D models and casting designs from customer and machining drawings using Creo
  Parametric.
  • Supported vendor die design and provided technical approvals for final tooling.
  • Optimized mold design processes, reducing lead time and improving quality.
• Senior Desgin engineer Hitachi energy · Contract Mar 2023 – Jun 2026 3 yrs 3 mos Vadodara, Gujarat, India • Developed innovative concepts for HVDC disconnectors with integrated perpendicular earthing
  switches.
  • Engineered knee-type earthing switch mechanisms, improving operational reliability.
  • Achieved cost reduction on legacy center-break disconnectors through material standardization and
  global design harmonization. • Modified and validated earthing switch designs via HV lab testing, ensuring compliance with
  international standards
• Design Engineer ITT Inc. · Contract Aug 2021 – Feb 2026 4 yrs 6 mos Vadodara, Gujarat, India • Executed reverse engineering of pump models using GeoMagic and Creo Parametric for legacy
  product modernization.
  • Validated casting patterns through 3D model comparison with scanned data, ensuring dimensional
  accuracy.
  • Converted legacy drawings into 3D models, enabling digital transformation of product data.