Karan Bhatt
Summary
Motivated and technically skilled Mechanical Engineer with 2+ years of hands-on experience in mechanical systems design, fabrication, maintenance, and process optimization. Demonstrated ability to lead plant installations, manage cross-functional teams, and enhance operational efficiency. Eager to apply expertise in mechanical design and project coordination to drive success at Shakti Constructions.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Engineer
Clean & Reserve
2024.12 - 2025.06
- Led planning and execution of 3+ engineering projects focused on clean system installations and equipment upgrades, delivering all within budget and time constraints.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams, contractors, and suppliers to ensure seamless workflow, reducing project delays by 20%.
- Reviewed and modified technical drawings and mechanical layouts using AutoCAD, improving design accuracy by 15% across assigned projects.
- Monitored site activities to ensure compliance with safety standards and engineering specifications, resulting in zero safety violations during project tenure.
- Managed procurement and inventory of materials for ongoing projects, achieving 10% cost savings through vendor negotiation and efficient planning.
- Prepared project documentation, including progress reports, equipment logs, and handover manuals, supporting smooth client transitions and audits.
Logistics & Operations Associate
The Good Guys
2024.03 - 2025.05
- Streamlined warehouse layout and product flow, reducing retrieval time for bulky goods by 15%, improving dispatch efficiency.
- Operated forklifts and mechanical handling equipment safely, supporting daily movement of over 3 tonnes of inventory.
- Monitored incoming stock and conducted quality checks on over 200 units weekly, identifying and reporting mechanical faults or packaging damage.
- Coordinated with delivery and installation teams to schedule dispatch of large appliances, reducing delivery delays by 20%.
- Maintained and calibrated equipment like pallet jacks and conveyor belts, applying mechanical knowledge to prevent downtime.
- Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to secure favourable terms and improve supply chain reliability.
Associate Mechanical Engineer
ABEE'S Consultancy
2020.03 - 2022.05
- Created 2D/3D CAD models of mechanical parts for custom fabrication using AutoCAD, contributing to 5+ client-specific projects with zero design reworks.
- Assisted in the design, testing, and implementation of plant equipment and mechanical systems, improving system reliability by 15% through iterative adjustments.
- Designed functional prototypes using scrap materials and successfully delivered them to clients within strict time constraints, reducing prototyping costs by 30%.
- Conducted material selection, failure analysis, and workflow optimization across multiple functional engineering projects.
- Collaborated with teams for equipment installation, inspections, and routine maintenance plans, increasing equipment uptime by 20% over a 3-month period.
- Conducted root cause analysis on equipment failures, ensuring swift resolution of problems.
Mechanical Site Engineer
Chandigarh Transport Undertaking
2019.09 - 2020.03
- Trained on mechanical maintenance, welding, cutting, and assembly of vehicle systems, completing multiple tasks on commercial fleet components over a 3-month period.
- Participated in daily inspection routines and condition monitoring of 25+ heavy-duty buses, contributing to early fault detection and reducing downtime by 15%.
- Prepared technical reports and maintenance logs under supervision, documenting 100% of service activities with improved accuracy for audit and compliance tracking.
- Helped increase equipment uptime by 10% through preventive maintenance protocols.
- Conducted site inspections to evaluate mechanical installations, identifying areas for improvement and corrective actions.
- Analyzed data from system performance metrics to inform strategic decisions on upgrades and modifications.
Education
Master of Project Management -
Torrens University Australia
Adelaide, SA02.2024
Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering - undefined
Swami Vivekanand Institute of Engineering
06.2020
Skills
- Mechanical Design (AutoCAD, SolidWorks)
- Structural Steel Fabrication
- Installation & Commissioning
- Preventive Maintenance
- Project Coordination
- Project management
- Manufacturing Optimization
- Technical Documentation
- Safety Compliance
- Microsoft Office
- Inventory Management
- Welding, cutting, and fabrication tools
- Attention to Detail
- Quality control
- Analytical thinking
- Cost management
- Document management
- Six sigma methodologies
- Test instrumentation
- JIRA
Projects
Design and Simulation of a Hydraulic Press
- Designed a 30-ton capacity hydraulic press for metal forming applications, focusing on frame strength, cylinder selection, and load distribution.
- Simulated stress, deformation, and safety factors using ANSYS, achieving a design factor of safety > 2.5 under full load conditions.
- Optimized press components by reducing material weight by 12% while maintaining structural integrity.
Skills: CAD | Mechanical Design | FEA | Simulation | Stress Analysis | Design Calculations | Engineering Documentation | Problem Solving
Automotive Suspension Spring Design
- Engineered a helical coil spring for passenger vehicle suspension with focus on ride comfort and load-bearing capacity.
- Performed analytical calculations and simulations to determine spring stiffness, deflection, and fatigue life.
- Validated the design through MATLAB simulations, ensuring performance under varying dynamic loads with < 5% deviation from expected results.
Skills: Suspension Design | Mechanical Calculations | Vibration Analysis | Simulation | Load Analysis | Design Validation | Technical Reporting | Critical Thinking
Certification
- Industrial Training in Welding and Fabrication – 2019-06 to 2019-07
- Industrial Training in Welding and Fabrication – 2018-06 to 2018-07
Timeline
Project Engineer
Clean & Reserve
2024.12 - 2025.06
Logistics & Operations Associate
The Good Guys
2024.03 - 2025.05
Associate Mechanical Engineer
ABEE'S Consultancy
2020.03 - 2022.05
Mechanical Site Engineer
Chandigarh Transport Undertaking
2019.09 - 2020.03
Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering - undefined
Swami Vivekanand Institute of Engineering
Master of Project Management -
Torrens University Australia