Jignesh Desai

Detail-oriented Mechanical Design Engineer with 3+ years of experience in creating innovative mechanical systems and components. Skilled in using SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and CREO. Recognized for delivering efficient designs with a focus on quality, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness. Thrives in collaborative environments and excels at managing projects from concept to completion.

• Certified SolidWorks Proffesional (CSWP) by Dassault Systems
• AutoCAD User Certification by Autodesk

Customizable Scissor Lift Design

• Designed a fully customizable scissor lift system based on client-specific load, height, and dimensional requirements.
• Developed complete 3D CAD models and detailed engineering drawings using SolidWorks and Ensured DFM (Design for Manufacturing) and compliance with safety and ergonomic standards.
• Performed basic mechanical calculations for stability, lifting mechanism, material selection to ensure structural integrity and safety, and delivered a modular design, enabling scalable configuration for various industrial applications.

Fruit Bruising Reduction Through Packaging Design

• Conducting research to minimize mechanical damage to fruits during handling, transport, and storage by designing impact-absorbing packaging systems.
• Studying bruising mechanisms and viscoelastic response of fruits under various dynamic loads using experimental testing and literature review.
• Designing and testing packaging prototypes using CAD software and simulation tools to evaluate performance under drop and vibration scenarios and Aiming to develop a cost-effective and scalable solution to improve post-harvest quality and reduce economic losses in fruit supply chains.

Concrete Mixer Design Based on New Zealand Standards

• Designed a portable tilting drum concrete mixer optimized for small to medium construction operations in compliance with New Zealand Standards and Conducted detailed market analysis, user requirement studies, and safety compliance checks to define design specifications.
• Performed basic structural calculations and component selection (motor, drum, frame) ensuring stability, durability, and ergonomic handling.
• Focused on ease of transport, low maintenance, and material compatibility, addressing real-world site constraints in New Zealand’s construction sector.