Nikhil B Bhat

Experience

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  Inteva Products

  Jun 2019 - Jul 2022

  Design Engineer

  Vision for continuous business improvement and advancement in the field of mechanical systems. Worked as professional design engineer on "Automotive Latches" and the major responsibilities were1. Product Development Process a. Work on CATIA V5 ( modelling, drafting, kinematics) b. Work on Teamcenter and PLM process. c. Understand Customer, supplier and plant requirements.2. VAVE ( Value addition and value engineering) a. Understand the gap in the present design and innovate to reduce cost b. Interact with inter-departments for value engineering c. Work for cost reduction methods.3. Research and development a. Aim to build new product for future business growth b. Work on root cause analysis for solving issues in product c. Research on specific areas of product to optimize the designs.Areas of designs (Latch components)1. Materials: Plastics, sheetmetals, overmolds, grease, rubbers, foams, seals.2. Components: Springs, gears, fasteners ( screws, rivets), cables, motors.Projects worked:1. Indian projects: TATA. FORD, Mahindra and Mahindra, PSA motors2. Global projects: Arrival, Lucid, BYD, Haima, Canoo, Evergrande, Geely, HHTActivities:1. Design of outside cable release concept for side door latch2. Research acitivities on EMI-EMC of latch motor.3. Design of spring with consideration of hydrogen de-embrittlement of steel.4. New product development of converting liftgate latch to side door latch. This acivity is done by complete new development of lever, spring, gear and cover.5. Worked on automatic locking system (cinching), electric release system, emergency release system etc... Show less

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  Caterpillar Inc.

  Jul 2022 - now

  Associate Design Engineer

  I work as Product and Systems Engineer for Caterpillar gensets.In my role as a Product design engineer, I am responsible for the design of sheet metal parts, ensuring they meet the company's high standards for quality and functionality. I also work closely with cross-functional teams to bring new products to market, always keeping the customer in mind.As a Systems Engineer, I take care of component selection and integration to the system, always considering the electromechanical aspect. I collaborate with different departments to ensure that the systems we produce are efficient, reliable and meet customer requirements.At Caterpillar, I am constantly challenged to think creatively and find innovative solutions to complex engineering problems. I take pride in being part of a company that is dedicated to making a difference in the world and improving people's lives through cutting-edge technology. Show less