Onkar Chavan

Experience

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  Air India Limited

  Jun 2015 - Jul 2015

  Mechanical Engineering Intern

  • Organized fan blades into complimentary pairs and ensuring optimal performance of the fan unit.• Created an inventory of APU units upon arrival and established a checklist of system checks to be conducted.• Conducted equipment system checks, specifically on centrifugal compressors, to prevent APU unit compressor fouling.• Performed quality inspection using dye penetration test of landing gear equipment.

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  SAE BAJA 2018 and 2019

  Jul 2017 - Mar 2019

  Head of Steering System

  • Designed and manufactured an All-Terrain Vehicle for the national-level competition BAJA SAE India 2018 and led the design team of 4 peers for the following year.• Solidworks 2022: For structural analysis and GD&T (ASME 14.5), to optimize weight of the knuckle, effectively reducing 200 grams of each knuckle.• Employed critical thinking to redesign the wheel hub for compatibility with the Vertical Milling Machine, leading to a two-day early completion of the wheel assembly compared to the original schedule.• Designed and fabricated sheet metal for body panels, steering system mounts, and the rack-and-pinion connection.• Achieved a 30% increase in assembly efficiency and enhanced vehicle performance through innovative design of functional Jigs and Fixtures, optimizing chassis assembly processes, and engineering precision engine mountings. Show less

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  ASARCO

  May 2022 - Aug 2022

  Mechanical Engineering Intern

  • Planned project schedule, created process flow diagrams using AutoCAD and specifications, and eliminated waste to improve productivity.• Monitored and troubleshooted mechanical equipment using DMAIC (hydraulic screw pumps), while assisting project engineer reducing downtime.• Conducted detailed 5 why technique for project delays, proposing filing solution to save up to $500,000 and improve productivity.• Utilized Statistical Process Control using Minitab to monitor conveyor performance, ensure consistency, and optimize maintenance.• Improved quality assurance by revising ISO and ASTM check sheets; performed CAPA activities for preventive maintenance. Show less

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  ACT Robots

  Dec 2023 - now

  Mechanical Engineer

  Create detailed CAD designs for integrated robotic cells, ensuring optimal functionality.Develop innovative end-of-arm tooling solutions tailored to specific applications and robotic requirements.Analyze and review previous projects to enhance current designs, implementing improvements.Led and Managed installation at customer locations, resolving challenges in real-time, ensuring tight deadlines and project specification are met.Designed and tested prototypes to validate performance, involving complex geometry, for ex. compressor blades, utilizing Solidworks.Boosted assembly efficiency by 30% through the creation of detailed assembly diagrams, incorporating feedback from shop floor personnel. Show less