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Anand Menasiganahalli Chandrappa

Mechanical Deisgn Engineer

anand.mchandrappa@gmail.com
+1 860-841-6643

Work Experience

Manufacturing Engineer

Applied Materials

Current
Apr 2026 - Present
Gloucester, MA, US

• Value addition and Value Engineering through optimizing the product development process by executing Reduction of Cost and Labour Hours. Fixtures design and development to flow line after completion of tool controlled build. • Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including electrical, software, and manufacturing, to ensure seamless integration of mechanical components into the overall product. • Providing technical guidance and mentorship to team members, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment for tool build support for development of the different ranges of Ion- Implanters. Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to inform and enhance design processes. • Spearhead prototype testing and validation processes, ensuring performance and quality standards. Conducting design reviews and supervise the creation of detailed engineering drawings, ensuring compliance with industry standards and specifications.

Mechanical Engineer

ASML US, LP

Feb 2023 - Feb 2026
Wilton, CT, US

• Led product development projects for electronic cabinets, brackets, and cable routing systems for the NXE RH IBPS (EUV semiconductor equipment), owning all mechanical design aspects from concept through manufacturing release. • Defined mechanical design specifications based on customer requirements and company capabilities, covering structural integrity, EMC compliance, environmental performance, and system-level integration. • Evaluated and selected high-speed connectors and terminals based on electrical, mechanical, EMC, and environmental requirements, applying knowledge of EMI reduction principles in electronic packaging design. • Performed bolt torque calculations and outgassing analysis for vacuum components; supported static structural reviews and design validation testing to ensure performance, reliability, and quality targets were met. • Developed and released technical documentation including assembly instructions, test specifications, and packaging instructions, ensuring compliance with standard design practices and safety codes. • Prepared and delivered Critical Design Review (CDR) presentations to internal and external stakeholders, clearly communicating design concepts, analysis results, and test outcomes. • Executed end-to-end ECO/ECN process for existing and new parts — creating structures in DIA, presenting changes in CCBs, and driving cross-functional alignment through closure. • Collaborated with cross-functional teams (manufacturing, quality, test, procurement) to perform feasibility studies, simulations, and design validation, ensuring schedule adherence across PLC phase gates. • Applied SEMI equipment standards knowledge to ensure designs met semiconductor industry regulatory requirements.

Sr. Mechanical Manufacturing Engineer

Aura Systems Inc

Oct 2022 - Feb 2023
Lake Forest, CA, US

• Developed detailed 3D CAD models of electric motor subassemblies and components (stators, rotors, shafts, housings) using SolidWorks; created assemblies of legacy motors through manual measurement and reverse engineering. • Performed material analysis and selection for new motor designs — including stator laminations, winding wires, rotors, and Nomex insulation — to meet performance, thermal, and reliability requirements. • Researched and evaluated latest stator winding technologies to support new product development and manufacturability improvements.

Design Specialist

Pratt & Whitney (via Cyient Inc)

May 2018 - Oct 2022
East Hartford, CT, US

• Provided hands-on engineering support to design and manufacturing teams, troubleshooting assembly, fit-up, tolerance, and hardware non-conformance issues across LPC, HPC, and Hot Section modules. • Delivered engineering dispositions and recommendations for Non-Conformances (NCs/eQNs) and One-Time Concessions (OTCs) across multiple engine programs (NGPF, PW1100G, V2500, OCE), ensuring FTA compliance and on-time closure. • Held QNL3 delegated authority, independently approving 1,000+ NCs/eQNs, enabling rapid manufacturing recovery and reduced production line downtime. • Performed tolerance stack-up analyses at assembly and module levels to diagnose build issues, resolve interference conditions, and verify dimensional compliance — directly supporting prototype readiness and production builds. • Conducted root cause analysis of recurring manufacturing and assembly issues using structured 5-Why and Fishbone approaches, implementing permanent corrective actions and validating containment through inspection data trending. • Developed automation for NC engineering disposition templates, reducing manual effort by 50–75% and significantly improving engineering turnaround time — a process improvement that scaled across the team. • Created Zero-Defect quality checklists for internal teams and suppliers, improving data completeness, reducing rework loops, and shortening NC cycle time. • Executed Class-I and Class-II ECNs, including a Class-II change that delivered $190K in customer cost savings while improving manufacturability and design robustness through the full ECO process. • Actively participated in design and manufacturing reviews, providing assembly, tolerance, and producibility feedback to reduce downstream test and build issues. • Developed test plans and supported design of experiments for validation testing, directly contributing to prototype development and production readiness. • Authored and reviewed assembly work instructions and manufacturing documentation, en

Senior Design Engineer

Pratt & Whitney (via Cyient Ltd)

Mar 2012 - May 2018
Hyderabad, IN

• Developed 3D CAD models and ASME Y14.5–compliant production drawings for casting and machining of critical engine hardware including oil jet nozzles, bearing supports, and LPC/HPC rotors and stators. • Performed tolerance stack-up analyses and generated 2D burst models to support structural validation, assembly clearance verification, and failure investigations. • Led design optimization and producibility initiatives — improving manufacturability, reducing component weight, and lowering cost — including a complete redesign of bearing supports for NGPF engines. • Converted legacy 2D drawings into fully parametric 3D models, improving design reuse, configuration control, and downstream manufacturing and inspection accuracy. • Prepared engineering dispositions for NCs/eQNs and OTCs; supported root cause investigations by correlating design intent, inspection results, and manufacturing feedback. • Authored and maintained Design Substantiation Memos (DSM), Technical Data Packages (TDP), and engine manuals, ensuring audit readiness. • Supported manufacturing, inspection, and test teams by resolving drawing interpretation issues, tolerance concerns, and assembly questions during production builds. • Participated in internal and external audits, demonstrating compliance with quality management systems and engineering standards. • Mentored and trained new engineers, accelerating onboarding and reinforcing consistent engineering and documentation practices.

Graduate Engineer Trainee

Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL)

Dec 2010 - Nov 2011
Bangalore, KA, IN

• Developed 3D CAD models, assemblies, and production drawings for Hard Landing Indicator, Spring Box Assembly, and Main Landing Gear components for the Hindustan Jet Trainer aircraft. • Resolved design snags by providing engineering dispositions and preparing project slips to support timely issue closure. • Collaborated with cross-functional teams (design, stress, manufacturing, quality) to obtain alignment and approvals for final component release. • Ensured compliance with organizational quality and drafting standards, maintaining high accuracy and readiness for production.

Education

Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mechanical Engineering

VTU

Jul 2006 - Jun 2010
Belgaum, KA, IN

Certifications

AutoCAD

MicroGenesis CADSoft Pvt. Ltd

Aug 2010

Completed AutoCAD certification with hands‑on training in 2D drafting, dimensioning, geometric construction, and technical drawings. Strengthened skills in creating accurate engineering layouts, interpreting design requirements, and producing industry‑standard documentation.

Catia V5

CSM Software

Jul 2008

Successfully completed the CATIA V5 certification, gaining hands‑on proficiency in 3D modeling, surface design, drafting, and assembly design. The certification strengthened my ability to create production‑ready models, apply design standards, and support end‑to‑end mechanical design workflows.

Skills (53)

3D/2D CAD Modeling & Drawings
Aero Engines
Aerospace
ASME Y14.5
Audit Support & Compliance
AutoCAD
Automation
Basics of Structural & Thermal Analysis
BoM Creation
CATIA V5
COMSOL
Concurrent Engineering
Concurrent product development
Continuous & Process Improvement
Cross-functional Team Collaboration
Design and Development
Design FMEA (DFMEA)
Design for Manufacturability (DFM)
Design of Experiments
Design Optimization
DFA
DFx
ECO/ECN Process
EMC/EMI Principles
Equipment & Subassembly Design
Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T)
JIRA
Leadership
Mechanical Engineering
Microsoft Office Suite
Motion Mechanisms
New Product Development (NPD)
Non-Conformance (NC/eQN) Management
Onsite Technical Coordination
Outgassing Compliance
Project Management
Prototype Development & Testing
QMS
QNL3 Delegated Authority
Root Cause Analysis (5-Why/Fishbone)
SAP
SEMI Regulatory Standards
SEMI Standards
Semiconductor
SolidWorks
Supplier & Customer Interface
Teamcenter PLM
Technical Presentations
Test Plan Development
Tolerance Stack-up Analysis
UG NX
VAVE
Weight & Cost Reduction
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