Kunal Panchal

• Collected, evaluated and analysed production machine data in MS Excel, MES and SAP PM to build data structure for maintenance digitalization project. • Conducted on-site measurements and designed detailed 2D production layout drawings, utilizing shop floor space, material handling and equipment activities. • Gained knowledge in electronics manufacturing process, IIoT, and Industrial connectivity.

Topic: "Techno-economic evaluation of New Industrial Powder Coating Plant". • Executed powder coating operations , Analyse & update production data in ERP system, optimizing processesthrough KPIs. • Developed automated production line concepts for efficient workflow, measured and designed 2D layouts drawings for new plant installation at factory site using AutoCAD, and designed 3D process equipment drawings as per industry standards using SolidWorks. Collaborated with European suppliers for procurement.

Topic: "Experimental investigation of the characteristics of abrasive waterjet cutting in the processing of precast concrete". • Optimized abrasive waterjet cutting for precast concrete, enhancing quality and productivity through parameter optimization resulting 10 % improvement in cutting efficiency and cost reduction. • Utilized CNC programming for machine operations, designed experiments, conducted microscopic analysis, and analysed data for effectiveness assessment.

• Conducted FEA using Abaqus to simulate single-point incremental forming on PVC polymer. • Developed and validated a coupled thermal-stress analysis model to optimize material properties, forming parameters and improve quality parts. • Performed market analysis for electrical corona rings and scoliosis braces, engaging suppliers for specifications and pricing, and compiled a report on trends and manufacturing processes to guide academic research and decision making.

• Manpower planning and continuous monitoring of WIP in the fabrication, assembly and machine tool division as per engineering drawings. • 8D analysis of customer complaints as well as internal rejections. Assisted in procurement activities for material and components/tools selection, and prepared RFQ • Conducted internal and external quality inspection of final assembly at manufacturing site. Created BOM, action plans for daily production activities

Specialization in Production Systems (Processes and Technologies such as Forming, Machining, Joining, and Additive), Life Cycle Cost Management, Digital Manufacturing, Composite-Based Hybrid Materials, GD&T, Additive Manufacturing

Thermodynamics, Automotive Engineering, Heat Mass Transfer, Operation Management, Theory of Machines, Machine Design and Industrial Drafting, CAD/CAM, Mathematics

Thermodynamics, Automotive Engineering, Heat Mass Transfer, Operation Management, Theory of Machines, Machine Design and Industrial Drafting, CAD/CAM, Mathematics