Chethan H S
Senior Engineer – Design
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About
Senior Engineer – Design with 12+ years of experience in sheet metal, HVAC, and product development. Specialized in air-cooled chillers (up to 200 TR) and Panel AC systems. Currently working at Werner Finley Pvt. Ltd., Bengaluru, leading R&D and new product development. Expertise in end-to-end product development (concept → production). Strong in piping layout, P&ID, flow & pressure calculations, and pump selection.
Experienced in HVAC component selection: compressor, pump, condenser, evaporator, expansion valve, fans. Skilled in SolidWorks, Inventor, AutoCAD, and CNC programming (BySoft, TruTops, AP100, Dr. Bend). Strong knowledge of DFM, GD&T, BOM, and manufacturing processes. Proven in improving thermal performance, system efficiency, and cost optimization. Strong ability to bridge design and manufacturing with hands-on experience.
Experience across industrial cooling systems, EV enclosures, and medical devices.
Experience
Senior Engineer – Design (HVAC & R&D) at Werner Finley Private Limited (2022-07 – Present)
- Led design & development of air-cooled chillers (up to 200 TR) and Panel AC systems
- Handled R&D and end-to-end product development (concept → production)
- Designed piping layouts, flow calculations, and P&ID for HVAC systems
- Performed pump selection based on flow and pressure requirements
- Selected key components: compressor, condenser, evaporator, expansion valve, pumps, fans
- Designed sheet metal enclosures and structural frames for system integration
- Improved cooling efficiency and system performance through optimized design
- Applied DFM for cost reduction and manufacturability
- Created 3D models, 2D drawings, and BOMs (SolidWorks & Inventor)
- Supported CNC programming and manufacturing activities
- Worked with cross-functional teams for testing and product release
Product Development Engineer (NPD & Costing – Sheet Metal) at Synergy Punching (P) Ltd (2018-08 – 2022-07)
- Led New Product Development (NPD) for sheet metal components (medical, EV, industrial)
- Performed reverse engineering and product redesign to improve performance
- Reduced cost through design optimization and nesting improvements
- Developed 3D models, assemblies, and 2D drawings (SolidWorks & AutoCAD)
- Applied GD&T for manufacturing accuracy
- Managed end-to-end product lifecycle (concept → production)
- Performed cost estimation and material optimization
- Conducted QC checks to ensure product quality
- Collaborated with production, QA, and clients for project execution
- Improved manufacturability using DFM techniques
Design Engineer & CNC Programmer (Sheet Metal & Manufacturing) at SIGMA PUNCH FORMS PVT LTD (2013-09 – 2018-08)
- Designed and developed sheet metal components and assemblies
- Created 2D drawings for laser cutting and punching operations
- Developed 3D models from customer inputs (PDF/2D)
- Performed CNC programming (BySoft, TruTops)
- Executed nesting and material optimization, reducing scrap
- Supported punching (TPP) and bending (Press Brake) operations
- Operated Amada EMZ3510NT & HDS2203NT machines
- Performed reverse engineering and design modifications
- Conducted quality checks using measuring instruments
- Improved manufacturability using DFM, Kaizen, and 5S practices
Education
BE in Mechanical Engineer – Sai Vidya Institute of Technology (SVIT) (2023 – 2026)
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering – Rajeev Polytechnic (2010 – 2013)
