Avinash Deshmukh

Experience

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  COEP Technological University

  Jun 2013 - Dec 2013

  Graduate Student Research Assistant

  • Experimental study & numerical analysis of butt joint by joining Aluminium and Steel pipe using fibre-reinforced plastic. (ARDO)• Preparation of test samples, deriving results and preparation of the test report.

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  Mahindra Gears & Transmissions Pvt. Ltd.

  Jan 2014 - Aug 2015

  Graduate Engineering Trainee

  • As a GET in production and control department, took a training to develop a deep understanding of the production processes, equipment, and systems used.• Learned safety protocols, quality standards, production planning and techniques.• Assisted in monitoring and controlling the production processes to ensure smooth operations. Used ERP tool SAP-PP module.

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  KSB Tech Pvt. Ltd.

  Dec 2015 - now

  • Led multiple API standard heavy-duty pump development projects, coordinating all project phases, including conceptualization, design, prototyping, testing, and production.• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative pump designs, ensuring compliance with API standards, and resolving technical issues.• Developed project plans, established milestones, and monitored progress to ensure adherence to schedule and budget constraints.• Conducted risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to address potential project risks, resulting in the successful completion of projects without major delays or incidents.• Implemented quality control measures, inspections and tests, to ensure compliance with API standard, resulting in a significant reduction in rework.• Managed project budgets (efforts), tracked expenses, and optimized resource allocation, resulting in cost savings of 10% on average.• Actively engaged with manufacturers and stakeholders to understand their needs, address concerns, and maintain strong working relationships.• Prepared comprehensive project reports, including progress updates, cost analysis, and risk assessments, for internal stakeholders and clients.• Regularly communicated project status updates to stakeholders, providing clear and concise reports on progress, risks, and mitigation strategies. Show less • Led the design and component development process of newly developing pumps or improvements to the existing design of API 610 standard pumps (BB5, VS1, VS4, and VS6) system for the Oil and Gas sectors.• Coordinated with CAD-Engineers, structural mechanics engineers to integrate components and preparation of system assemblies.• Utilized strong engineering knowledge and expertise in the relevant field to provide technical guidance and solutions during product development.• Created prototypes, conducted testing, and analyse results to ensure product performance meets design requirements and regulatory standards.• Conducted feasibility studies and effort estimates to support project proposals.• Assisted in project scheduling and resource allocation to meet production targets.• Prepared root cause analysis reports, and standard operating process documents to evaluate product performance and troubleshoot issues.• Technical support to other departments like competence centre, production, quality, materials, purchase, sales for feasibility of product. Show less • Conceptual design & development of centrifugal pumps & components according to API 610 standards. • Performing technical studies of design alternatives to meet up new product development requirements.• Providing UG parametric modelling, assembly and master 2D drawings, in SAP, for a team of CAD engineers as guidelines & references.• Study and preparation of documentation like Technical Information Booklet, Supplementary Booklet,• Operation & Instruction Manual & Quality Control Plans.• Pump selection, material selection & pressure boundary calculations as per operating data provided by the customer.• Active participation in the manufacturing review of the product, responsible for preparation of BOM, checking of production drawings with respect to calculation inputs, drawing standards and manufacturing requirements. • Carry out design checks according to relevant codes and standards like ASME, API, DIN, and HI.• Technical support to other departments like the competence centre, production, quality, materials, purchase, and sales for the feasibility of the product.• Selected pumps with different hydraulics and sizes as per the client requirements. Show less

  • Project Leader

    Jan 2022 - now

  • Senior Product Development Engineer

    Jan 2020 - Dec 2021

  • Product Development Engineer

    Dec 2015 - Dec 2019