Ebin Franklin
Brisbane,QLD
Summary
Personable and proactive Mechanical Project Engineer with a strong foundation in engineering principles and a practical, solutions-focused approach to delivering projects efficiently. Experienced in practical mechanical design & calculations that translates directly into real-world applications, supporting projects from concept through execution — from initial design and engineering through to documentation and delivery. A hands-on problem-solver with shop-floor exposure, committed to delivering high-quality engineering outcomes and driving continuous improvement from project inception to completion.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Production Engineering
Volvo Group Australia
Wacol, QLD, Australia
06.2025 - Current
- Conducted visual and functional inspections to identify defects and ensure compliance with production, quality, and engineering standards.
- Collaborated with design engineers, manufacturing teams, and shop floor personnel to support efficient resource allocation and production flow during peak demand.
- Utilized CAD software (2D & Autodesk Inventor) to review, interpret, and assist in the development of mechanical designs and manufacturing drawings.
- Utilized KOLA (
- Supported production engineering activities by translating CAD designs into practical manufacturing processes.
- Assisted in developing and refining production schedules to optimize workflow efficiency and throughput.
- Performed quality inspections on finished components and assemblies to ensure adherence to specifications and tolerances.
- Analyzed production and quality data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for process improvement.
- Contributed to production efficiency improvements through the implementation of enhanced manufacturing methods and design-for-manufacture considerations.
- Gained hands-on exposure to truck manufacturing processes, mechanical systems, and end-to-end production line operations.
- Determined root causes of failures and recommended changes in designs, tolerances or processing methods.
- Reviewed product designs for manufacturability or completeness.
- Used hand, power, and pneumatic tools when required while strictly adhering to safety, quality, lean manufacturing, and WHS standards.
- Utilized KOLA, Volvo Group’s proprietary product configuration and engineering database, to support vehicle configuration management, modular design coordination, and production engineering activities.
Education
Master of Project Management -
Queensland University of Technology
Brisbane, QLD6 2025
Master of Engineering Management - undefined
Queensland University of Technology
Brisbane, QLD6 2024
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Engineers Australia Accredited
Australia11 2020
Skills
Failure Mode and Risk Analysis (FMEA)
Product Data & Lifecycle Management (PDM / PLM): KOLA (Volvo Group proprietary system), Autodesk Vault
CAD & Design Software: Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD 2D and Manufacturing Drawings
Procurement & Cost Control : JIT & JIC methods based on sustainability and requirements
SWMS & HAZOP development, review & implementation
Documentation: MDR, SDL , Registry and Engineering reports
Equipment Maintenance & Calibration: Based on AS/NZS ISO 9001 and ISO 10012measurement management requirements
Reference email:
aganesan@interflow.com.au
Timeline
Production Engineering
Volvo Group Australia
06.2025 - Current
Master of Project Management -
Queensland University of Technology
Master of Engineering Management - undefined
Queensland University of Technology
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Engineers Australia Accredited