Laksh Vinayak

A hardworking and driven Engineering Technology Graduate with experience in identifying risks, hazards and safety issues and innovatively creating solutions to achieve success. With strong design skills, I offer a track record of success in undertaking research and analysis to identify inefficiencies and effectively re-engineering business processes to maximise outcomes. With exceptional standards of presentation and highly developed interpersonal skills, I bring strong leadership skills, fostering teamwork and collaboration in busy work environments. With a committed, motivated and friendly demeanour, I bring a track record of success in complying to industry best practices and building and nurturing strong relationships with key stakeholders to continually exceed expectations. With experience in managing and focusing on multiple projects simultaneously, I utilize strong communication and negotiation skills to build connections and help resolve conflicts. With strong analytical skills and an attention to detail, I offer key skills in improving performance using the Integrated Lean Six Sigma method and an ability to work collaboratively within team environments. With a strong willingness to learn and adapt, I bring well-developed organizational, problem-solving and time management skills.

• Instrumental in using CAD and SolidWorks to design components for Eco Pacific including parts for ducted heating and cooling systems for better airflow in order to ensure maximum efficiency
• Elected as student representative for a period of a 6 months
• Played a pivotal role as an Assistant Manager for West Gate Tunnel project in the unit Project Management during studies. Managed the team and ensured on time delivery of the report
• Successfully received a Scholarship Award in recognition of the excellent academic record I have demonstrated throughout the duration of the course at Chisholm Institute of TAFE
• As part of a final year project, I designed a process improvement framework for Eco Pacific to reduce the down time and accelerate the manufacturing process by 25%

• Mechanical Engineering
• Research and Analysis
• Design and Development
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Customer Service

• Six Sigma- Black Belt Certification (LinkedIn), February 2020
• Professional Engineering Technologist, Skill Level 1, ANZSCO Code 233914, Engineers Australia, December 2019
• Member of Engineers Australia, EA ID 284860

• Final Year Mechanical Engineering Project - Feasibility Report for an Automated Window Cleaning Robot, Chisholm Institute of TAFE, April 2018 - June 2019, Worked collaboratively with a peer to develop an automated Window Cleaning robot model using SolidWorks, Developed a literature review and critically analysed the model using Finite element analysis, and mechanical properties of different materials to rectify the effect of heat, wind, and pressure on the design of the enclosure, Explored thermoplastic and thermoset compounds and compared the results of the existing and modified designs, Optimised the cleaning fluid enclosure material and size to meet the weight requirements of the model
• Project Management Unit - Trailer Cost Analysis, Chisholm Institute of TAFE, October 2018 - December 2018, Developed a comprehensive report detailing the Project Charter, Scope of Work, Resources, Costs (incoming and outlaid) Estimated profit (or loss), Gantt Chart and cumulative costs, Designed a Risk Analysis Framework to inform stakeholders, public the regulatory bodies about the rationale and approach adopted for the project, Awarded a Distinction grade for the report
• Mechanical Drive Systems unit - Wine Vat Design Project, Chisholm Institute of TAFE, May 2018 - June 2018, Worked collaboratively in a group of 3, acting as the lead of the project to design a Wine Vat, Calculated dimensions, torque, power, safety factor, bolt sizes and quantity of bolts for the Wine Vat, Designed a model using SolidWorks with reference to the calculated data, Awarded a Distinction grade for the project
• Mechanical Drive Systems unit -Gear Box project, Chisholm Institute of TAFE, June 2018 - July 2018, Worked collaboratively in a group of 4 to design and build a complex engineering system, Developed a detailed understanding of the systemic implication on design decisions, Explored design challenges and applied design theory to the development of the complex engineering system, Awarded a Credit grade for the project

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