About this Candidate
DAVRON CV: Candidate 1924969
LEAD MECHANICAL ENGINEER | THERMOFLUIDS, FEA/CFD & PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
Core Expertise
- Thermal-fluid systems design for fuel cell, hydrogen, and power-generation platforms.
- FEA and CFD-driven analysis for structural, thermal, and flow performance optimization.
- Root cause investigations using 8D, SEM, autopsy, and test-driven validation.
- ASME BPVC code compliance and pressure vessel design expertise.
- Cross-functional technical leadership, WBS management, and rapid R&D execution.
Project Background
- Led multi-discipline teams to develop multi-stack SOFC modules and 250 kW power systems.
- Managed WBS and schedules enabling rapid prototype builds and extended-duration validation tests.
- Designed reformers, steam generators, module housings, and pressure-retaining components with FEA.
- Authored verification test plans, conducted HAZOPs, and coordinated complex supplier sourcing.
- Conducted 100+ field failure investigations and implemented design changes improving product reliability.
Key Skills
- ANSYS Fluent | ANSYS Mechanical | SW Simulation (CFD & FEA)
- SolidWorks | Autodesk Inventor | ASME Y14 GD&T
- Heat transfer | Fluid dynamics | Thermal system modeling | GFSSP
- Root cause analysis | 8D | FMEA | Verification test planning
- ASME BPVC Div I & II familiarity | Pressure vessel calculations
- Excel modeling | Minitab | Data-driven analysis | Process improvement
Education
- M.Sc., Mechanical Engineering (Thermo-Fluids) — Northeastern University
- B.S., Mechanical Engineering — University of Vermont
Awards & Recognition
- EIT certification, State professional engineering board licensure pathway
- Six Sigma Green Belt; applied statistical methods for product and process improvement
- Member, American Society of Mechanical Engineers; Engineers Without Borders technical lead
Why Interview this Candidate?
They bring 20+ years delivering thermal-fluid products and leading FEA/CFD-driven design efforts across energy and medical-device sectors. Proven impact includes guiding teams to produce 250 kW systems, managing WBS for rapid prototypes, and resolving field failures through disciplined 8D investigations. Their combination of hands-on analysis, ASME pressure-vessel experience, and mentorship enables immediate technical leadership on complex engineering programs.
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