Texas A&M University-Kingsville

Engineering Lecturer

· Accountable for undergraduate-level course in Learning in Global Context, Engineering Problem Solving, Engineering Graphics and Control of Systems averaging 100 students every semester
· Mentored and advised undergraduate students on courses towards their senior design project and degree completion as their academic advisor
· Prepared annual reports, research requisition estimates and communicate with vendors to source educational equipment
· Developed strategies with the use of different tools to improve student learning outcome by about 10%
· DEVELOPMENT OF SENSOR-LESS SOLAR TRACKING SYSTEM
-- Obtained dynamic system model to design and implement PID controller for position control using SISO tool in MATLAB
· Achieved estimated cost reduction of 5% over conventional system
· UNMANNED HELICOPTER SYSTEM FOR LONG-RANGE PIPE-LINE INSPECTION
-- Managed team timeline by conducting weekly progress meeting and delivered project on time
-- Designed electrical schematics for the UAV to reduce electrical noise, interference and eliminated shorts in circuit
-- Designed and manufactured flight controller enclosure using SolidWorks and 3D printer
-- Used Python script to collect data for system identification using MATLAB and Arduino
· Developed a Java application to reduce time required to locate faculty members using JDK, Apache Derby database and others
· Used SolidWorks, SolidEdge for simulation and CAD
· Programmed AB Compact Logix L1 PLC with ladder logic with simple SCADA implementation over Ethernet for a whiteboard eraser system

Texas A&M University-Kingsville

Graduate Assistant

Pranav worked at Texas A&M University-Kingsville as a Graduate Assistant

Texas A&M University-Kingsville

Graduate Research and Teaching Assistant

· Manufactured experimental setups, prepared bill of material, developed experimental procedures and lecture presentations
· Assisted high school students in building and programming educational kit robots during various technical summer camps
· Promoted robotics program at TAMU-K to increase department undergraduate enrollment
· Developed an algorithm for simple and more natural navigation on mobile robot using C++ and MATLAB
· Fused sonar and SICK laser data for precise obstacle avoidance and Kalman filter based SLAM
· Saved more than 80% over OEM computing solution for Pioneer 3Dx mobile robot platform
· Created MATLAB script to extract words from image files using Image Processing Toolbox
· Programmed Staubli RX90 industrial robot using CS7/CS7B controllers running V+ for simple pick and place sequence
· Participated in Graduate Students Research Poster Competition and was placed 8th out of 26 other students

Texas A&M University-Kingsville

Was part of the event management team for BEST Robotics competition 2011. Responsible for managing the scores of different teams corresponding to various judging criteria.

Emitec Emission Control Technologies

Plant Engineer

· Handled maintenance and participated in field commissioning of all utilities and automatic machines on plant premises
· Diagnosed and resolve faults on PLC systems by referring to I&C or electrical routing schematics & datasheets
· Participated in Kaizen programs to improve productivity and/or safety of operators using PLC-based machines
· Saved about 70% by designing and manufacturing in house solutions and liaise with supplier for sourcing local spare parts
· Assisted in maintaining department documentation as per ISO standards and implementation of 5S for departmental work area
· Prepared work instructions for equipment preventive maintenance, P&ID for utilities, BOM, shift schedule as well as train new employees and keep track of spare part inventory

TAL Manufacturing Solutions Limited

Project Trainee

· Conceptualized a modular mechanical design for an ASRS capable of being scaled for more storage
· Utilized CATIA and AutoCAD for CAD

Udemy Academy

Trainee PLC Programmer

· Gained experience on Allen Bradley MicroLogix, CompactLogix, Siemens S7, Omron CP1E, and Delta DVP 14SS PLC.
· Completed projects using Ladder Diagrams in RSLogix 500, Studio 5000, WPLSoft and TIA in both actual and emulated environments.
· Prior experience with digital tank pressure regulation, digital box filling, and sorting, inventory scanning system, digital position control of servo, digital rotameter
· Designed HMI / SCADA for water filtration system and hydro-electric power plant using Advanced HMI, EasyBuilder and Wonderware, and WinCC complete with access control, HOA controls, alarms, system configuration, overview, and screens all optimized for ease of data visibility
· Developed program for a simple water level control system using IEC 61131-3 programming paradigms, Ladder Diagram logic (LD), Structured Text (ST), Functional Block Diagrams (FBD), Sequential Function Chart (SFC) as well as Instruction List (IL) and Continuous Function Chart (CFC) on Rockwell Automation Connected Components Workbench, ABB Automation Builder and Siemens TIA
· Implemented on-demand and periodic data logging to a SQL database
· Familiar with RS FactoryTalk View, C-More, Schneider ZelioSoft environments and DDE messaging with Excel

Indian Students Association at TAMUK

President

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Indian Students Association at TAMUK

President

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Indian Students Association at TAMUK

President

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Indian Students Association at TAMUK

President

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