Chethan H S

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.

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

BE in Mechanical Engineer – Sai Vidya Institute of Technology (SVIT) (2023 – 2026)

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering – Rajeev Polytechnic (2010 – 2013)