Applications Engineer 03913ma

02-09-2002 Resides in Massachusetts

Salary: US $

Relocate: Yes

On the Market: Graduated - F-1 Visa, OPT goog until 9/2002 Will cvr H-1B exp

Industry: Plastics

03913ma Applications Engineer Plastics Massachusetts

OBJECTIVE:
To obtain a challenging position with a company that will fully utilize my skills and experience

SUMMARY:
An informed person with practical experience in and solid understanding of Injection Molding, Extrusion, Reinforcements/Compounding, Compression Molding, Composites and Statistical Techniques. Focus has been in research and implementation, going from concept to production and be an interface between Engineering and Manufacturing. Demonstrated ability to manage production, research and development. A quick learner, highly motivated with strong technical background and problem solving skills. 

EDUCATION:
MS in Plastics Engineering, University of Massachusetts, Lowell, MA (GPA 3.7)                                        Oct. 2001
BS in Polymer Science and Technology, University of Mysore, India (GPA 3.6)                                         Sept. 1996

Master of Science Thesis:
The Effect of Processing Conditions on the Appearance of Flow lines in Injection Molded Articles
Incorporating Pearlescent Pigments (Selected for ANTEC 2002)
Bachelor of Science Thesis:                                                                     
Studies on the mechanical behavior of unreinforced and reinforced laminated hybrid thermoplastic composites fabricated by film stacking technique                                  

ACADEMIC PROJECTS AND EXPERIENCE:
Compounding of Thermoplastics                        August 2000
* Compounded thermoplastics (PS, HDPE, LDPE, PP, and ABS) with varying percentage and composition of fly ash using twin screw extruder and analyzed the prospects of using the compounded plastic in roads and brick making
Filling Analysis and Design Optimization Study                                                                                         May 2000
* Analyzed an automobile part using MoldFlow
* Identified reasons leading to defects in the part and recommended solutions in material selection and gating strategy
Research Assistant                                                                         June 2000 - Dec. 2000
* Investigated Flow line cosmetic defects in injection molded parts filled with pearlescent pigments
* Simulated using MoldFlow the effect of change in process parameters on the reduction of weld line and amount of shear stresses developed within the part
Design of a Low Force Inhalator                                                                           Dec. 2000
* Designed an add-on part, which minimized the use of force and could aesthetically and ergonomically meet the industry requirements
Teaching Assistant                                                                          Dec. 2000 - May 2001
* Involved in teaching undergraduates the safety, set up, documentation and usage of Injection Molding
Tool Design                                                                                               May 2001     
* Designed a mold for a Hard Hat - A mold was designed using Solidworks 2001. Use of material, type & No. Of ejector pins, cooling layout, hot sprue bushing and other accessories were suggested. A filling and packing analysis was also performed using MoldFlow
Seminars Presented at UMass Lowell                                                          Jan. 2000 - May 2001       
* Gas Assist Injection Molding
* Design for Recycling
* Collapsible Cores - A Brief Review
* Power Consumption Calculations in Single Screw Extruders
* Weld Lines in Injection Molding
* Injection Molding Hydraulics



INDUSTRIAL EXPERIENCE:
BT COMPOSITES LTD., INDIA - Application Engineer                                           April 1997 - Dec. 1999
* Developed structural and electrical grade LPMC for use in water storage and switchgear industries respectively
* Developed a Class A formulation for use in automotive industry
* Developed low cost formulation by incorporating cheapening agents as well as recycled resins to mold electrical enclosures, for ex. Switch Box
* Managed production and molding of LPMC - Stressed on Lean Manufacturing
* Involved in designing mixing vessels and delivery systems for better production of LPMC
* Developed formulations which reduced the cost by 25% and cycle time by 5 seconds
* Adept in Insert molding of electrical parts and have used SMC, LPMC and DMC compounds
* Worked with the customers and solved problems using LPMC. Technical presentations were made regarding the use and advantages of LPMC at customer sites
* Developed Quality standards for incoming raw materials and process manuals for easy understanding at the shop floor.
* Involved in implementing ISO 9001
* Involved with vendors for development of molds for various applications


HINDUSTAN AERONAUTICS LTD., INDIA - Trainee Engineer                                  Nov. 1996 - March 1997
* Proficient in bonding of honeycomb structures, vacuum bagging, autoclave curing and repair of aircraft panels

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Processing
* Optimized the Cycle Time for Injection Molding of different parts using both pressure controlled and velocity controlled injection molding machines
* Worked on Milacron molding machines such as Vista, Electra and Prowler with tonnage ranging from 20 to 120. Also have worked on HPM vented barrel and tiebarless machines
* General knowledge of tool design for injection and compression molding
* Proficient in DOE and SPC
* Designed a software (Excel Spreadsheet) to run a L16 orthogonal array
* Developed process windows using a HPM vented barrel injection molding machine and MoldFlow software and also looked at the effect of increasing the melt temperature on injection speed on time and fill pressure
* General knowledge of using other processing techniques like Thermoforming, Blow Molding, Blown Film Extrusion, Dry Blending and Rotational Molding
* General knowledge of Lean Manufacturing

Materials
* Experienced in using materials such as Polyolefin's, blends of polyolefin's with rubbers (for example, PP-EPR, HDPE-EPR), ABS, K Resin, PET, PC, Nylon, PS, PVC, Surlyn, Santoprene, and some of the other blends such as PET-PC, PET-EPDM, Nylon-PP, Nylon-TPO and also certain glass filled grades.
Testing
* General knowledge in using Capillary Rheometer, Instron Testing, Compression Creep, HDT and Melt Indexer
Computer
* Proficient in MoldFlow, Solid works 2001, Pro-Engineer, MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint
Personal
* Excellent Communication and Writing Skills
* Excellent Organization and Presentation Skills
* Self Motivated, quick learner and desire to work both in a team as well as an individual
* Open to relocation

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