Atharva Wani

Experience

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  Team Manipal Racing(BAJA Student Team)

  Aug 2018 - May 2019

  Vehicle Dynamics Engineer

  Collaborated within a cross-functional team of 35 students to design a BAJA-SAE vehicle, showcasing strong teamwork and project management skills.Utilized iterative design optimization techniques and mechanical FEA simulations to develop steering knuckles that were 20% lighter, enhancing vehicle performance while adhering to DFM/A and design to cost principles.Played a key role in the fabrication, assembly, and testing of critical vehicle components, including steering knuckles and suspension linkages, demonstrating hands-on experience and proficiency in manufacturing processes and machine tools. Show less

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  Acme Process Systems Pvt Ltd.

  Feb 2021 - Jun 2021

  Mechanical Design Engineer R&D Intern

  Spearheaded integration of ANSYS for fluid flow simulation, resulting in a 30% increase in simulation accuracy.Transformed 2D chemical mixer designs into optimized 3D models using SolidWorks, leading to a 25% improvement in design efficiency.Led multi-phase ANSYS simulations, reducing analysis time by 20% and streamlining 3D modeling procedures.

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  Arizona State University

  Feb 2023 - Aug 2023

  Graduate Teaching Assistant
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  Tesla

  Aug 2023 - May 2024

  Tech Trainee

  Analyzed software and hardware components, identifying and resolving root causes for issues in Tesla vehicles, reducing diagnostic time by 30%.Contributed to a 15% increase in overall efficiency and customer satisfaction through expertise in electric powertrain design principles and autonomous driving system interactions.