Harish (Kumar) P.
Sr. Mechanical/Industrial Engineer Expert
Experience
Oct 2025 - Present
2 monthsSr. Mechanical/Industrial Engineer Expert
Mercor
- Contributed to cutting-edge AI research as a specialist, supporting leading AI labs in developing next-generation machine learning systems.
- Focused on applying advanced mechanical and industrial engineering expertise to enhance AI reasoning, data accuracy, and system performance.
- Collaborated with research and technical teams to label, analyze, and evaluate complex engineering data, ensuring precision and technical rigor in every project.
- Provided expert reviews and insights to strengthen AI training datasets and refine annotation tools that enable smarter, more adaptable learning models.
Aug 2025 - Oct 2025
3 monthsSr. Mechanical Engineer – Drive Unit
Lucid Motors
- Troubleshot complex component and system-level issues on drive units; assessed structural integrity using test data and standard engineering techniques.
- Developed all engineering and quality documentation for Drive Unit assembly line (DFMEA, process specifications).
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including robotics, controls, assembly, and testing, to ensure that product designs meet specifications, cost targets, and quality standards.
- Developed build processes and possible improvements for high-volume production.
Apr 2025 - Jul 2025
4 monthsFamily Medical Leave
- Took a leave of absence to care for a family member during a medical emergency.
Aug 2023 - Mar 2025
1 year 8 monthsSr. eAxle Design Engineer – e-Axle System
Dana Automotive Systems
- Performed structural and thermal FEA simulations to validate e-Axle systems for strength and regulatory compliance.
- Led optimization and detailed structural analysis of multi-speed e-Axle systems, collaborating closely with controls and testing engineers.
- Created and refined 3D models and presented analysis results to stakeholders, supporting design improvements.
- Developed engineering documentation, covering DFMEA and DVPR.
Jan 2022 - Aug 2023
1 year 8 monthsSr. Advanced Product Development Engineer – Axle System
Dana Heavy Vehicle Systems
- Responsible for transmission design and development of multi-speed e-Axle of Class-6 to Class-8 heavy trucks, including prototyping, testing, and optimization.
- Utilized FEA and simulation tools to conduct in-depth stress, fatigue, and tolerance analyses of transmission components and axle systems.
- Designed fatigue tests and performed material selection with attention to thermal-mechanical interactions and performance under varied conditions.
- Provided status updates and technical presentations, communicating analysis findings and recommendations to senior management and cross-functional teams.
- Performed tolerance stack analysis for gearbox components to ensure precision and optimal performance.
May 2016 - Jan 2022
5 years 9 monthsDesign Engineer – Transmission System
Honda R&D Americas, Inc.
- Developed concepts, set specifications, made layouts, drawings, and 3D models of the power transfer unit.
- Ran stress and displacement simulations on gear and shaft components under varying pressures, including static/dynamic and thermal effects.
- Optimized assemblies for NVH, durability, scoring, and manufacturability, correlating simulation results with test data.
- Led FEA-based validation studies ensuring design integrity under stringent conditions and supported comprehensive engineering documentation.
- Collaborated on cross-disciplinary engineering teams to meet design and regulatory requirements in product development and testing.
May 2012 - Aug 2014
2 years 4 monthsProduct Design Engineer – HVAC
Bio safe Healthcare Systems Pvt Ltd
- Developed detailed drawings of components, sub-assemblies, and final layout for prototypes.
- Used ANSYS for pressure and thermal analysis of components, including surgical panels and piping.
- Prepared detailed reports and documentation to communicate analysis outcomes and test results.
Jan 2012 - Apr 2012
4 monthsDesign Engineer Intern
PreMould Engineers
- Developed assembly drawings, sheet metal drawings, and 3D models applying industry standards GD&T.
- Performed load and structural analysis in ANSYS CFX, ensuring compliance with permissible ranges and industry standards.
- Conducted cost and material analysis and implemented optimization techniques to improve manufacturing process efficiency by 5% per month.
Summary
A highly efficient, self-starter, hardworking, and talented with a comprehensive understanding of design processes; experienced in the development stages of product research, design, analysis, and validation; possessing a good team spirit and deadline-oriented.
- Proficient in CATIA V6; NX; SOLIDWORKS; ANSYS; ABAQUS; Hypermesh; DFMEA, DFM, Quality and Analysis.
- 10+ years of experience in designing and developing Transmission and Automotive Components.
- Solid background in finite elements, mechanical design, FEA, tolerance stack analysis, and ASME Y14.5 GD&T.
Languages
Telugu
NativeEnglish
AdvancedHindi
IntermediateEducation
Rochester Institute of Technology
Master of Engineering · Mechanical Engineering · Rochester, United States
Osmania University
Bachelor of Engineering · Mechanical Engineering · India
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