Umakant B.

Experience

• FEA Consultant GE Energy (Baker Hughes) · Contract Sep 2023 – Nov 2024 1 yrs 2 mos undefined • Conducted sub-assembly & assembly-level FEA of combustion modules in gas turbines.
  • Performed FEA-based durability analysis of various gas turbine components.
  • Developed and documented analysis procedures using Ansys Workbench.
  • Authored detailed technical reports.
• Lead Engineer -FEA Nikola Motor Company · Full-time Feb 2023 – Jun 2023 4 mos undefined • Managed an external engineering team through clear communication, task assignments, and progress tracking.
  • Allocated resources based on budget constraints, ensuring optimal project execution.
  • Tracked project hours, status, and maintained documentation for efficiency.
  • Reviewed and approved purchase orders and invoices for accuracy and compliance.
  • Conducted FEA analysis on BEV and FCEV truck chassis systems to assess structural performance.
  • Developed new load cases and analysis SOPs for accurate evaluations.
  • Led CAE team program management, coordinating project planning and execution.
• Lead FEA Engineer E91 Engineering · Full-time Jul 2012 – Feb 2021 8 yrs 7 mos United States • Supervised a team of eight engineers, providing leadership, guidance, and training.
  • Assigned and reviewed FEA tasks to ensure high-quality output.
  • Led recruitment for new team members based on client requirements.
  • Solved complex technical queries and mentored engineers at all levels.
  • Developed methodologies to improve efficiency and align with John Deere’s standards.
  • Performed advanced FEA, including ROPS, FOPS, OFPS, and chassis durability.
  • Provided design recommendations based on FEA and durability analysis results.
• Project Engineer CAElynx LLC · Full-time Nov 2011 – Jul 2012 8 mos MI, United States • Planned and executed FEA projects, collaborating with clients on results.
  • Delivered detailed technical reports with recommendations.
• Lead Engineer John Deere India Pvt. Ltd. · Full-time Dec 2005 – Nov 2011 5 yrs 11 mos MH, India • Conducted virtual product verification of components, sub-systems, and complete machines.
  • Developed load cases based on test data and analysis requirements.
  • Performed fatigue analysis to predict component lifecycles.
  • Provided strain gauge placement recommendations to test engineers.
  • Authored engineering analysis procedure (EAP) documents.
• Dy. Manager Godrej & Boyce co. ltd., Mumbai · Full-time Jun 2004 – Dec 2005 1 yrs 6 mos India • Performed FEA on industrial storage systems using Ansys APDL.
  • Designed storage systems based on customer specifications.
  • Conducted physical tests to validate FEA results.