Pradim Bhadel

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer with years of hands-on experience in safety-critical, high-pressure environments. Proven track record of reducing downtime through rapid fault-finding, precision Planned Preventative Maintenance, and root cause analysis on complex mechanical systems. Expert in interpreting technical drawings and executing structural repairs to exacting tolerances.

Eager to apply a rigorous, safety-first maintenance discipline to maximize production output in a manufacturing environment.

Skilled Mechanical Fitter/ HVAC Technician at Alstom Crewe Depot (2025-11 – Present)

• Led planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and breakdown response on safety-critical HVAC, rotating equipment, fans, pneumatic cylinders, and motors, ensuring 100% operational reliability.
• Diagnosed and rectified mechanical faults including bearing wear, misalignment, seal failures, and pneumatic leaks using precision tooling and torque control to OEM specifications.
• Reduced unplanned downtime by conducting stage-gate inspections, hydraulic testing, and structural safety checks, identifying potential failures before they impacted production.
• Interpreted engineering drawings, route cards, and SOPs to execute precision repairs and structural fitting, maintaining zero-defect quality on all safety-critical assemblies.
• Collaborated with engineering and production teams to minimise schedule disruption, prioritising urgent repairs and retests to meet tight delivery deadlines.
• Championed 5S standards and H&S compliance, enforcing PPE usage, maintaining workshop organisation, and ensuring torque tools adhered to calibration schedules.
• Completed detailed maintenance paperwork and PPM sheets with full traceability

Service Engineer at M.A.W. Skoda Service Pvt. Ltd. (2021-02 – 2022-05)

• Responded rapidly to mechanical breakdowns on brakes, clutches, suspension, steering, and electrical/mechanical systems, utilising advanced fault-finding to minimise vehicle downtime.
• Performed planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and servicing, identifying wear patterns and potential failures through systematic inspection and diagnostic testing.
• Conducted Root Cause Analysis (RCA) on recurring component failures, implementing permanent corrective actions that improved workshop efficiency.
• Maintained accurate job cards, service records, and monthly productivity reports with 100% documentation compliance, providing quality control insights to reduce downtime.
• Built strong customer relationships through clear communication and preventative maintenance advice, ensuring long-term reliability and client satisfaction.
• Enforced 5S standards and full H&S compliance across the workshop, maintaining a safe, organised, and efficient working environment.

Trainee Design Engineer at Nanjing ZhaiZhi Automation Equipment Co. Ltd. (2018-03 – 2018-04)

• Designed and developed 3D models and 2D drawings of mechanical components parts using SolidWorks CAD software, ensuring part compatibility and reducing manufacturing errors.
• Conducted structural analysis and stress calculations to identify potential failures and implement safe, robust design solutions.
• Collaborated with production teams to ensure seamless design-to-manufacturing transitions, reducing cycle times and improving shop-floor practicality.
• Led field implementation of engineering designs, maintaining strict adherence to specifications, safety standards, and on-time delivery.
• Participated in design reviews and prototyping, incorporating feedback to improve functionality, manufacturability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Applied Root Cause Analysis to resolve design-related production issues and recommended continuous improvements.
• Built strong relationships with national/international clients through clear communication, ensuring project alignment and long-term partnerships.
• Gained hands-on knowledge of manufacturing processes (machining, welding, sheet metal, injection moulding) and industry compliance standards.

ME in Traffic and Transportation Engineering – Central South University, China (2019 – 2022)

BE in Automation and Mechanical Engineering – Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics (2014 – 2018)