Ashwin Mathur

About Ashwin Mathur

Mechanical Engineer with 5+ years of experience in design engineering, manufacturing support, and process optimization across heavy machinery, power systems, and industrial equipment environments. I specialize in translating engineering concepts into manufacturable, production-ready designs that meet performance, safety, and cost targets.Currently working as a Design for Manufacturing Engineer at Caterpillar, I collaborate closely with design, production, and quality teams to support large wheel loader and compactor systems, conducting manufacturability reviews, resolving tolerance issues, and improving downstream build quality. My work has contributed to reduced rework, faster design approvals, and smoother production releases.Previously at Cummins, I supported the mechanical design of genset enclosure systems (10–200 kW), performing thermal and modal FEA in ANSYS, developing detailed CAD models in Creo, and producing engineering documentation aligned with industry and customer standards.My technical strengths include CAD modeling (Creo, SolidWorks, AutoCAD), DFM/DFA, GD & T, CFD and FEA, prototype validation, and data-driven problem solving using MATLAB, Python, and Excel. I bring hands-on experience with casting, welding, sheet metal, assembly, and 3D printing, allowing me to bridge the gap between design intent and manufacturing reality.I am passionate about high-performance mechanical systems, continuous improvement, and applying advanced engineering principles to solve complex real-world problems—particularly in power generation, heavy equipment, and motorsport-inspired applications.

Experience

1. Design Manufacturing Engineer

   Caterpillar Inc.

   Aug 2023 — Present

   Supported design and manufacturability reviews for 10+ large wheel loader and compactor systems, ensuring fit, safety, and performance- Produced and reviewed 50+ CAD drawings, BOMs, and technical documents, improving downstream build quality by 25%- Assisted in prototype validation and troubleshooting, resolving 20+ dimensional tolerance issues using calipers, gauges, and CMM reports- Collaborated with fabrication teams (welding, machining, assembly) to optimize manufacturability, reducing defects by 20% and cycle times by 15%-Collaborated with supply chain and quality teams on 200+ non-conformance cases, ensuring corrective actions were documented and implemented.

Education

• Dr Mgr University

  Bachelor of Technology, Mechanical Engineering

• University of North Carolina, Charlotte

  Master of Science, Mechanical Engineering