Padmanabha Somayaji

Mechanical Design Engineer with 3+ years of experience in Fixture Design, Tooling Development, and Manufacturing Engineering for CNC/VMC machining environments. Expertise in Hydraulic Clamping Systems, GD&T (ASME Y14.5), Tolerance Analysis, Process Improvement, and Design for Manufacturability (DFM). Strong background in BOM preparation, Assembly Drawings, Root Cause Analysis.

Fixture Design Engineer at Abhiyant Technologies Pvt. Ltd. (2023-01 – Present)

• Designed and developed precision hydraulic clamping fixtures for 3, 4, and 5-axis CNC/VMC machines.
• Created 3D models, detailed manufacturing drawings, and assembly drawings using SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
• Applied GD&T standards (ASME Y14.5) and performed tolerance stack-up analysis to ensure component accuracy.
• Performed clamping force calculations considering cutting forces and safety factors for robust fixture design.
• Prepared Bill of Materials (BOM) and coordinated all tooling development activities.
• Supported CNC machining operations by optimizing fixture layouts for enhanced process efficiency.
• Conducted root cause analysis for machining issues and implemented corrective design changes.
• Coordinated with cross-functional teams including production, quality, and suppliers.
• Ensured design validation, quality compliance, and on-time project delivery.

Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering – PA College of Engineering (2014 – 2020)