Pooja Yadav

Mechanical Design Engineer

Dec 2022 - Present • 3 yrs 10 mos

Renewable Energy Startup  Leading end-to-end product development activities for renewable energy and solar-related mechanical systems by Working on complete product development including 3D modeling, assemblies, detailing, prototyping, fabrication support, and design optimization  Designing and developing solar mounting hardware components including end clamps, mid clamps, and anti-theft mechanisms for commercial applications.  Working on the design and development of portable Vertical Axis Wind Turbine (VAWT) concepts for decentralized energy solutions and also designing mechanical systems for solar panel cleaning equipment with focus on portability, durability, and operational efficiency, both the systems are currently under development and pre-market evaluation.  Performing CAD modeling, static structural, frequency, motion, and flow simulations for design validation, performance improvement, and manufacturability using SOLIDWORKS.  Participating in investor meetings, technical presentations, and product discussions to support business development and project advancement in a startup environment and to communicate product feasibility and commercialization potential.  Conducted structural analysis of solar panel mounting structures under operational and wind loading conditions.  Using PVsyst for solar energy yield estimation, shading analysis, and system performance evaluation.

CAD & Design Instructor

Jun 2020 - Dec 2022 • 2 yrs 6 mos

CAD & Design Instructor  Trained students and professionals in SOLIDWORKS and PTC Creo covering 3D modeling, assemblies, drafting, and mechanical design fundamentals.  Delivered freelance mechanical design solutions for small-scale manufacturers, including 3D modeling, assembly design, fabrication drawings, and design optimization using SOLIDWORKS and PTC Creo.  Created production-ready CAD models and detailed engineering drawings for fabricated components and sheet metal assemblies.  Performed design modifications and troubleshooting to improve manufacturability, cost efficiency, and structural reliability  Conducted simulations and engineering validation using SolidWorks Simulation for stress analysis and performance evaluation.  Managed multiple client projects independently, including requirement gathering, design iterations, and final deliverables.

Mechanical Design Engineer

Jul 2016 - Feb 2017 • 7 mos

Escorts Railway Equipment Division  Assisted tool design engineer in the development of Jigs and Fixtures using AutoCAD and PTC CREO Elements/Pro for volume manufacturing process and enhanced productivity and machinability by 20%.  Designed Distributor Valve for Bogie Mounted Brake System (BMBS) used in Freight Wagons for Indian Railways with GD&T in accordance with ISO and ASME Y 14.5 standards using drafting tools in CREO Parametric and released drawings for manufacturing.  Applied Value Engineering methodologies to design brake blocks and reduced its manufacturing cost by 30%.  Lead a team and managed all phases of the design process for a multitude of products, components, parts, assemblies and subassemblies, including drafting, dimensioning, tolerancing, prototyping, documenting results, supplier interfaces and manufacturing introduction. Known for quality excellence and a “do-it-right-the-first-time” design standard.  Revise and alter detailed and layout drawings to conform to engineering changes.