Manoj Shiva Rama Vangala

Mechanical Engineering graduate with hands-on experience executing CAD-driven mechanical design, manufacturability reviews, and design-for-assembly improvements across automation, prefabrication, and electromechanical systems. Proven ability to translate product requirements into fabrication-ready designs, support engineering changes, and collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, quality, and operations teams to deliver reliable, on-time hardware. Strong foundation in 3D modeling, 2D detailing, tolerance validation, revision control, and continuous improvement initiatives aligned with high-velocity engineering environments. Innovative Design Engineer with experience in developing, testing, and improving mechanical systems. Strengths include analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and proficiency in CAD software. Have made significant contributions to previous projects by applying engineering principles to design solutions that met project requirements and improved system performance.

• FlEXO – Senior Design Project, Team Lead, Top 3 Project Award, Designed and validated machined and additively manufactured components for a servo-actuated mechanical system. Achieved 56% baseline recovery and 88% partial-mobility improvement through iterative design and validation testing.
• Automated Drift Exploration Rover (ADER), Team Lead, Led mechanical subsystem integration and testing, achieving 86% navigation success and 89% drift precision.
• Leaf Mate, Team Lead & CEO, Directed BOM creation, supplier coordination, cost tracking, and schedule-driven execution while delivering a reliable automated mechanical system.