Gaurav Suresh Chide

Maharashtra, India | +91 8087827229 | gchide219@gmail.com | LinkedIn | Github

EDUCATION

Savitribai Phule Pune University, Sinhgad College of Engineering, Pune May 2020
Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering CGPA – 8.24/10
Relevant Coursework: Numerical Methods and Optimization, Advanced Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering,
Operation Research, Mechatronics, Strength of Materials, Metrology and Quality Control.

SKILLS

Programming languages/tools: JAVA, Python, SQL, MATLAB, Arduino, Selenium, TestNG, Maven, Git
Design and analysis: Solidworks, AUTOCAD, Mastercam, Ansys, Simulink, LABVIEW
Other tools & skills: Microsoft Office Suite, Oracle ERP, API testing, Manual testing, DFMA, FMEA,
RCA, Data visualization, Data scrapping, Adobe creative suite.
WORK EXPERIENCE

Programmer Analyst Trainee (Quality assurance and Engineering) Nov 2020-Sept 2021
Cognizant Technology Solutions Private Ltd., Pune, India
 Work included comprehending the client’s requirements & developing test plans.
 Prepared test cases in MS-Excel and created a test suite to automate test scripts using Java with Selenium in
TestNG framework, and generated reports using ExtentReport library.
 Formulated defect reports, collaborated with the development team and client to ensure conformity to scope-
agreed outcomes.
Operations Intern, Brakes India Private Ltd., Pune Oct 2019-Jan 2020
 Performed line balancing, distributed non-value-added activities between machine vs hand operated stations,
improved productivity by 11%.
 Conducted time study in conjunction with work sampling to measure yield, downtime, cycle time, delay time.
 Implemented two bin system at assembly station eliminating periodic stalling, increased uptime by 7%.
 Planned & oversaw continuous improvement (CI) activities and conducted 5S audit on weekly basis.
 Managed and controlled FIFO inventory control system in accordance with client lead time at loading station.
 Rectified the machining anomalies by identifying defect rates and analysing root causes, drafted Standard
Operating Procedures (SOPs) for preventive maintenance.
PROJECTS AND ACTIVITIES

Alert system for COVID vaccine slots:

 Considering uncertainty in the availability of vaccines, developed an automated python script to fetch data
from the Cowin website using JSON module, processed using pandas.
 Integrated it with Telegram bot API to get notified on time, place, and type of dose availability.
Extracting data from the website (Zigwheels.com): 
 Performed tasks such as identifying web elements, navigating through pages, handling multiple tabs, pop-ups
& frames using Selenium with python - extracted the list of available second-hand bikes and cars in India.
 Stored data into data frames and exported into excel using pandas, sorted them based on price and location.
STES Racing, Formula SAE Team                                                                                                      
  Jan 2017-Feb 2020
R&D Engineer (Brakes and Controls System, Data Acquisition) & Team Manager           
 Led a team of 35 members, utilized lean tools to organize workflow, achieved 20% higher productivity.
 Developed a plan for sourcing and procurement of material and OEM parts. Created BOM to ensure efficiency
during the assembly process.
 Conducted delay analysis and developed catch-up plans for project completion within deadlines.
 Strategized and designed in-house DAS; computed, analysed the data from track testing using Excel,
MATLAB.
 Designed & manufactured a 3D printed steering wheel with an integrated dashboard to provide the driver
with crucial car data logged using Arduino UNO such as coolant temperature, RPM, gear position.
 Identified failure patterns in wishbones using strain gauges and monitored temperature variations in brake
discs using IR sensors. Capitalized on data to drive design decisions.
 Researched, designed, and manufactured a new improvised brakes system with reduced weight and achieved
30% higher thermal efficacy and reliability. Orchestrated a team of 6 members.
ACTIVITIES

 Associated with creators’ community (Creative masters IN), helping aspiring graphic designers to land their
freelance project and build their presence on social media.