Rahul Rajendran

Experience

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  PRAXIEN TECHNOLOGIES

  Aug 2021 - Nov 2023

  FEA Engineer

  1. Worked primarily on environmental qualification tests for vehicle infotainment systems, ECUs, tuner cards, fuse boxes, and EV-battery systems, utilizing FEA tools for sine vibration, random vibration, and transient shock analyses according to given standards.2. Spearheaded consumer product virtual validation, including drop simulations using Workbench LS-DYNA. Supervised and coordinated ECE-R21 simulations for Automotive OEMs and infotainment suppliers.3. Coordinated durability simulations for metal frames in fixtures, end effectors, and robot pedestals under designed conditions to ensure durability of the frame and associated parts.*Skills*:1. *Pre-processing*:Altair Hypermesh, Ansys SpaceClaim, and Design Modeler2. *Solver*: Ansys Workbench, LS-DYNA, Workbench LS-DYNA3. *Post-processing* :Altair HyperView, Hypergraph Show less

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  TE Connectivity

  Nov 2023 - now

  R&D / Product DVL Engineer I

  1. Primarily handled non-linear simulations for connectors, terminals, and EV charge inlet simulations.2. Performed simulations on different grades of plastic materials, such as PBT, PA6, PA66, and glass-reinforced grades.3. Evaluated the insertion and retention forces of various components and determined contact normal forces for lamellas on terminals.4. Extensively worked on a silver plating study of terminals.5. Worked on test lab correlations, evaluating color plot data based on dimensional reports from CT-Scan data, and performed reverse engineering on STL files for detailed evaluation.6. Deployed a standardized process and work methodology.7. Collaborated with design, validation, and cross-functional teams to enhance design optimization.8. Ensured a smooth workflow, maintained effective communication, and managed work by prioritizing stakeholder requirements and feedback.*Skills*:1. Non-linear simulation using Ansys Workbench*Achievements*:1. "Aspiring Star" awardee for quick learning and completing 25% more jobs than the team average within the set target.2. Conducted cost reduction evaluations through VAVE studies, prioritizing sustainability values. Show less