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Rafael Costa

Rafael Costa

Mechanical Engineer Intern

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    CFD Engineer | Mechanical Engineer

  • Education

    • Universidad Politécnica de Madrid

      2025 -
      Master's degree Numerical Simulation in Engineering with Ansys - Fluid Mechanics

    • Federal University of Ouro Preto

      2015 - 2021
      Bachelor's Mechanical Engineering

      (2021) Final thesys: "Characterization of the mechanical behavior of polymeric gears produced by additive manufacturing"Grade: 9.5(2017-2018) Research project: "Studies of the maintenance plans of a a blast furnace using maintenance and reliability strategies"(2017) Monitor: Material Testing(2017) Monitor: Material Sciences(2016-2017) Research project (as a volunteer): "Study of strategies of maintenance and reliability of haul trucks aimign to increase… Show more (2021) Final thesys: "Characterization of the mechanical behavior of polymeric gears produced by additive manufacturing"Grade: 9.5(2017-2018) Research project: "Studies of the maintenance plans of a a blast furnace using maintenance and reliability strategies"(2017) Monitor: Material Testing(2017) Monitor: Material Sciences(2016-2017) Research project (as a volunteer): "Study of strategies of maintenance and reliability of haul trucks aimign to increase their performance"(2015) Participation: XVI Study Week of the School of Mines Show less

  • Experience

    • ZHAW Zurich University of Applied Sciences

      Sept 2020 - Aug 2021
      Mechanical Engineer Intern

      Worked at the Institute of Product Development and Production Technologies (IPP), focused on product design, utilizing CATIA 3D-Experience for modeling parts and assemblies.Acquired hands-on experience on laser cutting machines and 3D printing (FFF – Fused Filament Fabrication), specializing in rapid prototyping.Performed basic FEA simulations using Ansys Mechanical to analyze component performance.Conducted R&D testing on polymer gears produced through additive manufacturing, evaluating properties such as wear coefficient and tooth-root strength under pulsating loads. Show less

    • John Crane

      Aug 2022 - now

      Performed a variety of CFD simulations using Ansys Fluent on filtration projects, selecting the most efficient methods to achieve convergence with minimal computational cost.Conducted optimization studies on filter assemblies, identifying design improvements that resulted in a reduction of pressure drop, enhancing system performance.Translated technical drawings into accurate 3D geometries for simulations, conducting parametric studies to evaluate design variations and their impact on performance. Show less Specialized in wet seal applications, with extensive experience in John Crane seal types 56 and 48.Designed, detailed, and revised 2D and 3D models of seal components, including gland plates, sleeves, pumping rings, and pumping scrolls.Ensured proper selection and dimensional fit of seals to pump stuffing boxes by adjusting hardware components.Delivered product recommendations and addressed engineering queries using internal documents, technical manuals, bulletins, and engineering standards. Show less

      • CFD Engineer

        Mar 2025 - now

      • Mechanical Engineer - Discover Program (Focus on CFD Simulations)

        Sept 2024 - Mar 2025

      • Mechanical Engineer - Discover Program (Focus on Wet Seals / Center of Expertise)

        Mar 2024 - Aug 2024

      • Mechanical Engineer - Discover Program (Focus on Wet Seals Applications)

        Aug 2022 - Feb 2024

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Professional License

      Crea-MG Oficial
      Dec 2021

    • Design for Additive Manufacturing: FDM

      LinkedIn
      Aug 2023
      View certificate certificate

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Rafael Costa
      Academic Honor - Third Semester - The award was given to the top 5 students among all the graduating classes of mechanical engineering in that semester.