Manoj Kumar S

CFD Engineer with 1+ year of professional experience in automotive thermal management and aerodynamic simulations using STARCCM+. Experienced in under-hood cooling, under-hood thermal analysis, exhaust back pressure, air filter pressure drop, radiator design and thermal analysis, and multiphase simulations for automotive and industrial applications. Proficient in CFD preprocessing, meshing, simulation setup, and post-processing, with a strong understanding of thermal-fluid engineering principles and a commitment to delivering accurate, high-quality engineering solutions.

Associate Engineer - KPIT Technologies

(2026-01)

Transitioned to KPIT Technologies following the acquisition of the engineering services business of Caresoft Global.

• Worked on CFD simulation and analysis of automotive systems using STAR-CCM+, delivering engineering solutions for commercial vehicles, tractors, and industrial applications.
• Executed Multiphase simulations for ITG (Innovation Group) and performed radiator design and thermal analysis for Sonalika Tractors, supporting thermal management system development and performance optimization.
• Performed CFD preprocessing, meshing, and simulation in STAR-CCM+ for Aerodynamic analysis, Under-hood thermal analysis, Under-hood cooling, Air filter pressure drop analysis, and Exhaust back pressure analysis, ensuring high-quality mesh generation and accurate simulation results for complex automotive geometries.

Graduate Engineer Trainee (GET) - Caresoft Global

(2025-08 - 2025-12)

• Undergoing professional training focused on STAR-CCM+ for CFD simulation and analysis of automotive systems.
• Contributing to real-time industry projects for CNH, Iveco, and SABIC, gaining hands-on experience in vehicle aerodynamics, under-hood thermal management, battery thermal analysis, and other automotive CFD applications while following industry-standard simulation workflows.
• Executing preprocessing and CFD workflows in STAR-CCM+ for Under Hood Cooling, Exhaust Thermal Analysis, Exhaust Back Pressure Analysis, Aerodynamic Analysis, and Battery Thermal Analysis, ensuring high-quality mesh generation and robust simulation results for complex automotive geometries.

Intern - Guru Mangala Engineering

(2024-07 - 2024-08)

• Collaborated on projects spanning design through fabrication, gaining insight into end-to-end mechanical engineering workflows.

Intern - BGR Neo Ltd

(2023-06 - 2023-07)

• Built in-depth understanding of Special Purpose Machine (SPM) design; strengthened problem-solving skills by tackling real-world design challenges.

Intern - KMK Industries

(2023-03 - 2023-02)

• Gained hands-on experience in sheet metal processes and project documentation; identified and resolved fabrication issues.

B.E. - Mechanical Engineering - Meenakshi Sundararajan Engineering College (2025-05)

12th Standard - Saraswathi Vidyalaya Senior Secondary School (2021-05)

10th Standard - Jawahar Vidyalaya Senior Secondary School (2019-05)