Chandra Sharma

Chandra Sharma

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Manufacturing Engineer at Backun Musical Services Ltd.

  • Education

    • Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology, India

      2003 - 2007
      B-Tech Mechanical Engineering 8.34/10

      Activities and Societies: Training and Placement Head (May 2006- April 2007), Liaison Officer: Asian Gymnastics 06’, Executive: National Service Scheme (NSS) , Coordinator: Mindbend Technical Festival 05' 06' Thesis Title: Customization of Auto-CAD using Visual Basic (July 2006 - April 2007)Supervisor: Dr. D.P. Vakharia Led a team of 5 students to successfully customize AutoCAD using macros developed in Visual Basic programming language | Improved the user interface for better productivity and standardize company processes

    • The University of British Columbia

      2009 - 2011
      MASc Mechanical Engineering

      Activities and Societies: Web Admin and Newsletter Editor - Indian Student's Association UTSAV, Mechanical Engineering Graduate Association (MEGA) Graduate Thesis: Friction-induced Vibrations in Railway Transportation Supervisor: Dr A. Srikantha PhaniDeveloped a stability prediction methodology that facilitates designers of solid stick friction control systems in railways for a rapid comparison of different designs for their stability

  • Experience

    • Infosys Technologies Pvt. Ltd

      Aug 2007 - Jun 2009
      Project Engineer

      Experience in all phases of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) including requirement analysis, design, development, testing, performance and deployment. • Successfully completed two team projects for AMP, Australia and worked as a lead consultant on a project for JP Morgan Chase Bank• Communicated and coordinated with clients for requirement analysis, design, programming, testing and deployment of applications• Key Responsibilities: maintenance and support, database administration and management, trouble shooting and process optimization • Prepared and reviewed budgeting and technical design documents, and project closure reportsCOMPUTING SKILLS Programming Languages: • C, C++, Java, SQL, Relational database management system (RDBMS), Mainframes Technology (MVS, JCL, Cobol, CICS and DB2) as a part of Infosys Training programme • Operating Systems: Windows, IBM Z/OS mainframes operating system Show less

    • The University of British Columbia

      Sept 2009 - May 2012
      Research Assistant

      Project Title - Friction Induced Vibrations in Railway TransportationSupervisor: Professor A. Srikantha Phani• Developed a stability prediction methodology that facilitates designers of solid stick friction control systems in railways for a rapid comparison of different designs for their stability • Used Finite Element Analysis (FEA) for structural properties (using ABAQUS) along with Classical Control Theory to determine the stability criteria• Research leads to reduced wear and tear of rail/wheel interface and noise-free transportation Show less

    • L. B. Foster (earlier Kelsan Technologies Ltd.,)

      Sept 2010 - Aug 2011
      NSERC Engage Project

      • Developed a stability comparison tool for designing better brackets in friction control systems for railways• Designed and conducted experiments (Modal Analysis) on Railway Wheel Test Rig• This work leads to structurally robust friction control systems, improved track/wheel life, and environmentally friendly transportation

    • NorthWest Engineers Inc.

      Jul 2012 - Apr 2013
      Engineer-in-Training

      • Designed, modelled and value-engineered the structural members of wood frame construction by identifying and evaluating loads & design parameters • Inspected construction sites, and provided authorization field reports on foundation & framing to the clients, ensuring the requirements of the BC Building Code are met• Prepared, reviewed, and audited structural drawings using AutoCAD

    • Can-Am Metalworks Ltd.

      Apr 2013 - Feb 2014
      Mechanical Design Engineer and Quality Control

      • Designed and modelled manufacturing parts using SolidWorks for precision sheet metal fabrication, performed sheet metal programming (SMP, ToPs 300, MetaCam) to generate codes for CNC machines • Supervised operators working across CNC punch presses, waterjet cutting, laser cutting, press brake machines, and welding during the entire manufacturing process • Implemented and improved the company’s Quality Management System (QMS) and performed quality control inspections after every stage of the manufacturing process Show less

    • Wesgar Inc.

      Mar 2014 - Feb 2016
      Design Engineer and CNC Programmer
    • Backun Musical Services Ltd.

      Mar 2016 - now
      Manufacturing Engineer
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Engineer in Training

      Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of British Columbia
      Jul 2012
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Chair, Sea to Sky Branch

      Issued by Engineers and Geoscientists BC on Jan 2020
      Engineers and Geoscientists BCAssociated with Chandra Sharma