Aum Patel
Mechanical Engineer at Polypack, Inc.
Mechanical Engineer passionate about Design
Experienced Mechanical Engineer with a demonstrated history of working and excelling in the Automotive Industry, Manufacturing Industry, Packaging Industry and Research. 
- Skilled in Engineering design, CAE & CAD, Project management, Testing & Validation, Cost analysis, Critical thinking and Cross-functional team leadership.
Polypack, Inc.
https://www.linkedin.com/company/polypack-inc.
- Analyzing mechanical machine designs through testing the machine functions and overall packaging process through the machine sections.
- Investigating mechanical part clearances and troubleshooting electrical wiring issues to validate electrical wiring layouts and mechanical designs.
- Providing feedback on assemblies and designs for changes to be implemented on new machines.   
- Programming PLCs (Allen Bradley & Schneider) to enable mechanical motion of servos, VFDs and electro-pneumatic components.
Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida Area
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Mechanical Engineer
Bulls Racing - FSAE Team
https://www.linkedin.com/company/usf-racing
- Fabricated a dyno for our engine, ran different configurations and collected data for troubleshooting.
- Monitored and implemented system specifications generated by the FSAE regulations committee.
- Serviced engines by rebuilding them, installed new clutch packs and fixed issues associated with performance.
- Collaborated with other sub-systems to efficiently package the components for better functionality.
- Manufactured engine mounts using manual lathe and predicted engineering tolerances.
- Installed the system on the chassis, integrated with suspension & driveline components.
Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida Area
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Powertrain Engineer
Bulls Racing - FSAE Team
https://www.linkedin.com/company/usf-racing
- Designed, manufactured and analyzed driveline components to address critical losses, improved acceleration by 12%.
- Increased electro-pneumatic shifting force by 36% as a result of testing and ECU diagnosis.
- Managed a team of 4+ students and presented the test results to the team for further analysis.
- Estimated design and manufacturing costs for the system, saved 30% of the system budget.
- Investigated the CBR 600 transmission to improve acceleration by analyzing the optimum gear ratio.
- Won a design excellence award for the best overall design over the 2017-18 season.
Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida Area
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Drivetrain Design Lead Engineer ♦ Design Excellence Award
Bulls Racing - FSAE Team
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- Supervised a team comprising of the event coordinator, recruitment coordinator and the fundraising coordinator.
- Organized test days to validate designs and try different setups to maximize our car’s performance.
- Increased recruitment by 52% as a result of arranging several meetings, lectures and socials.
- Produced a 3 minute recruitment video to increase team’s membership and improve visibility on social platforms.
Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida Area
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Vice President
University of South Florida
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- Designed a wave generating facility to study Langmuir cells and the circulation of water waves. 
- Calculated shear stress and drag coefficient on the boundary layer of the conveyor belt. Selected stepper motors based on calculated torque and drag forces.
- Coordinated with the machine shop and the part distributors to set up the facility and meet project deadlines.
Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida Area
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Undergraduate Research Assistant w/ Dr. David Murphy
University of South Florida
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- Managed the social bikes program by monitoring over 100 bikes and servicing them.
- Examined and calibrated derailleurs to fix shifting problems associated with bikes.
- Assisted the manager with administration and shop management by satisfying the customers and updating the system.
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Bike Technician - Outdoor Recreation Center
Polypack, Inc.
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- Troubleshot and diagnosed PLC's, mechanical & electrical systems. Collaborated with mechanical and electrical departments to resolve problems and ensure maximum quality of production and machines functionality.
- Allen Bradley (Studio 5000), Schneider (SoMachine) and motion control (servo & VFD) programming.
- Recorded the data, presented the results, and wrote technical papers for future references and countermeasures.
Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida Area
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Mechanical-Controls Engineering Intern
Polypack, Inc.
https://www.linkedin.com/company/polypack-inc.
- Designed a prototype machine to fold the edges of polyethylene film, saved 29% in material costs.
- Calculated and classified engineering design tolerances for 1,000+ components.
- Re-engineered a rotating swing arm made from stainless steel to be manufactured within the facility and saved manufacturing cost.
- Collaborated with quality and the machining departments to manufacture designs highly precise.
- Designed and tested bearing install tools manufactured for individual equipment assemblies.
- Recorded the data, wrote technical papers for standardizing the process and generated CAD drawings implementing GD&T.
Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida Area
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Mechanical Engineering Intern
Aramark
https://www.linkedin.com/company/aramark
- Prepared a daily report that verified transactions and maintained a constant sense of cost control.
- Promoted good public relations by interacting with the customers and improving their experience with the company.
Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida Area
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Food Service Worker
Master of Science - MS
Engineering Management
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University of South Florida
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Bachelor of Science in Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
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University of South Florida
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USF Racing Formula SAE Team
Vice President
SAE International
Drivetrain Design Lead Engineer | Powertrain Engineer
- Received this award for the best overall design over the 2017-18 season.
Executive-Board (USF Racing)
Design Excellence
Applied FEA (ANSYS)
EML 4930
Auto CAD (SolidWorks)
EML 3022
Capstone Design
EML 4551
Kinematics/Dynamics-Machinery
EML 3262
Machine Design
EML 4501
Materials Engineering
EGN 3365
Mechanical Manufacturing Processes
EML 4325
This is my capstone design project, for this project we are collaborating with the Clearwater Aquarium to come up with enrichment devices for their resident animals, focusing on Dolphins, Pelicans and an Otter. We are designing a system that detects motion and sprays water through a nozzle connected to a solenoid valve.
Dolphin Enrichment Device
This project focuses on redesigning the transmission shift pattern of the CBR 600 engine. The goal is to improve acceleration of the vehicle by analyzing the optimum final drive ratio with the gear sequence of the transmission to improve traction, reduce number of shifts, and improve Lap time around the track.
Transmission Shift Pattern Design
Designed, built and tested a wave generating facility to study Langmuir cells and investigate the flow/transportation of oil particles after an oil spill.

RESPONSIBILITIES
- To engineer the facility by calculating shear forces, boundary layer coefficient, torque values for the motor and select specific motors, controllers and the conveyor system for the research.
- Program the motors and controllers to the calculated values and ensure proper motion of the motor assembly.
- Contact manufacturers and suppliers for parts that are custom made for the assembly.
- Prepare and run the facility for each tests and gather experimental data
Langmuir Tank Facility
The goal was to build and program an autonomous vehicle from a selection of parts with cost per item and compete with different student teams around a course to see who’s vehicle is fast while avoiding collisions.

RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design and engineer a vehicle, test for speed, functionality and simplicity to make the vehicle less expensive and fast around the course.
- Program the vehicle logic using LabVIEW and test for imperfections to improve on the qualifying time and vehicle maneuverability.
- Compile a bill of materials to calculate cost, simplify design and to keep a record of all the parts used for the build.
- Launch the vehicle for each test runs, qualification round and the final competition.
Autonomous Vehicle
The objective was to design, build and test a lift that can elevate heavy items but can also lift quickly and as high as possible in 20 seconds. This project was part of our machine deign course and required us to think as engineers keeping in mind customer satisfaction, cost, reliability and the simplicity of design.

RESPONSIBILITIES 
- Calculated the gear ratios from torque and horsepower curve of the motor and a precise range of pulley radius that can be used to fulfill our goal.
- Selected parts and made a concept design that was less expensive and had a much stronger structure.
- Wrote a design paper elaborating all of our procedures, customer satisfaction choices and our results.
- Assembled and tested the lift to make necessary changes before the competition that improved performance and reliability.
Mechanical Gear-train Lift
For this project we made repair guides for the Philips Norelco shaver to help people easily fix their shavers at home. We focused on part replacement guides for parts such as batteries, casing, pop up trimmer and the shaver heads. 

This project was part of our communications course through which we learned how to communicate as engineers and help customers solve problems they face with mechanical products. We have reached out to more than 800 people and counting.
Philips Norelco Shaver 2100 iFixit Repair Guide
Education
University of South Florida
https://www.linkedin.com/company/usouthflorida
- Assisted with management of a professional career fair at the University of South Florida.
- Introduced students to the employers and recorded feedback from students regarding the fair and future improvements. 
- Helped employers by providing information and setting up their booth.
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Career Fair Assistant
Dassault Systèmes
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Certified SolidWorks Associate
Cambridge University Press
High school Diploma
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Tampa, FL
Negin Ward
Mechanical Engineer
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Tampa, FL
Lokesh Lokey
Student at University of South Florida
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Leander, TX
Leela Pavan Kumar Akuthota
Sr. Salesforce DevOps Engineer at Waste Management
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Krishna
Sai Krishna Kolli
Test Automation Engineer at Tech Mahindra
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Karlskrona
honey sree
Student at BTH
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Bhimavaram
Pranathi Sandaka
Attended Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Kakinada
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Tampa, FL
Anish Jha
Graduate student /Graduate teaching assistant , Electrical Engineering at University of south Florida
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Milford, NH
Shivraj Wankhede
Process Engineer at MilliporeSigma
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Tampa, FL
Arjun Solanki
Network Engineer @ FIU || Centre for Internet Augmented Research & Assessment, IT CIARA ||
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Tampa, FL
sony annem
Student at University of South Florida
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Tampa, FL
Madhuri Devi Saripudi
Graduate Assistant and Student at USF | 5.5 years of IT experience | Ex employee of IBM and Accenture | SAP and Full Stack Developer
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Pune
Laxman Choudhary
Businessman
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West Haven, CT
Adarsh Balusu
Student at University of New Haven
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East Godavari
Harika Veliganti
Student at Jntuk
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Tampa, FL
Onkar Salunke
Seeking Internship Opportunities in Summer 2022 | Graduate Student at USF Tampa | Business Analyst | Data Analyst |
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Tampa, FL
Praneeth Reddy
MS Student at USF, Tampa || Industrial Engineering || Supply Chain || Operation Management || Statistical Design Analysis ||   Looking for summer Internships in Supply Chain || Supply Chain Risk Mitigation ||
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Karlskrona
Padmaja Katari
Student at Blekinge Institute of Technology
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Karlskrona
Sai keerthi Appili
Student at Blekinge Institute of Technology
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Denton, TX
Shivani Chepuri
Master's student at University of North Texas
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Andhra Pradesh, India
Varshitha Pamisetty
Student at Blekinge Institute Of Technology, Sweden
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        Aum first joined the Polypack team in the summer of 2018 as a Mechanical Engineering Intern. During his internship he worked on projects that required engineering skills beyond his classroom education. With his background in research, design, manufacturing and testing, as well as his friendly and upbeat personality, he showed potential for becoming a leader and an outstanding engineer. He returned to Polypack in early 2019 as a Controls Engineer Intern at the request of upper management. Even though this was out of his realm of experience, he eagerly took on the tasks at hand and quickly learned the necessary skills needed for the job. He has now become a valued resource in both our Programming and Engineering departments. Aum is a very motivated and forward thinking individual, with many useful ideas, great learning potential, and a sensible concept of teamwork.
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        I had the privilege of working with Aum at Polypack, Inc. Aum is proactive, result oriented, responsible and technically sound employee and he is always ready to put all his energy and time to get the job done. He is exceptionally talented in terms of Automotive engineering and one of the most creative minds I’ve come across. Aum is a great asset to any company.
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Masters in Public Health
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Ajax, ON
Aum Patel
Co-op BBA candidate at the University of Toronto | Aspiring CPA | Entrepreneur
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United Kingdom
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Football Player at Macclesfield Football Club
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North York, ON
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Recruiting Specialist at Lancesoft Inc.
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