Aashish Thakur

Mechanical Engineering graduate with over 4 years of industrial experience in engineering, maintenance, new product development, process improvement, and problem-solving. Experienced in root cause analysis, equipment reliability, technical documentation, data analysis, and cross-functional coordination. Strong hands-on exposure to manufacturing operations, project execution, continuous improvement initiatives, and engineering support functions.

Skilled in troubleshooting, process optimization, and driving operational efficiency. Seeking a Graduate Engineer Trainee (GET) opportunity to contribute technical expertise and practical industry experience in a growth-oriented organization.

Technology Department – NPD Engineer - CEAT Tyre Ltd. - Vadodara, Gujarat, India

(2023-06)

• Contribute to New Product Development (NPD) activities for domestic and international tyre markets.
• Support tyre design and development projects through technical analysis and process evaluations.
• Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for product and process-related issues and implement corrective actions.
• Perform engineering calculations and prepare technical documentation to support development activities.
• Analyze manufacturing and testing data using MS Excel to support decision-making and performance improvement.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives using Kaizen and 5S methodologies.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including production, quality, and manufacturing departments to ensure timely project execution.

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer – TBR Building Department - CEAT Tyre Ltd. - Vadodara, Gujarat, India

(2020-09 - 2023-05)

• Executed preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance of Truck and Bus Radial (TBR) tyre building machines.
• Diagnosed and resolved mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic system failures to ensure uninterrupted production.
• Performed machine overhauling, alignment, bearing replacement, gearbox maintenance, and equipment restoration activities.
• Reduced machine downtime through systematic troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and implementation of corrective actions.
• Assisted in machine installation, commissioning, and performance optimization projects.
• Supported continuous improvement initiatives focused on equipment reliability, productivity, and operational efficiency.

Machine Development Engineer Trainee - Larsen & Toubro

• Assisted in machine development and installation activities.

Project Trainee - IOCL Gujarat Refinery

• Supported troubleshooting and process optimization projects.

Project Trainee – Technology Department - CEAT Tyre Ltd.

Project: Tyre Static Balance Improvement and Imbalance Reduction

• Analyzed tyre static imbalance data and identified major sources of variation.
• Conducted root cause analysis using quality improvement tools.
• Supported process optimization activities to improve tyre balance performance.
• Assisted in data collection, testing, and validation of corrective actions.
• Contributed to tyre quality improvement and reduction of rejection rates.

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering - Gujarat Technological University (2026)

Diploma - Mechanical Engineering - Gujarat Technological University (2020)

SSC - Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board (GSEB) (2017)