Shahnawaz Shaikh

Mechanical Design Engineer @ 1 Source Design Ltd. / MS-2 LLC

About

Die casting and injection mold tooling design engineer with around 2.5 years of industry experience in Tier 1 automotive programs, working in Siemens NX on HPDC, injection mold, and tooling projects in Ontario.At 1 Source Design Ltd., I work across new builds, refurbishments, PPAP submissions, and DFM reviews. My day-to-day includes surface modeling, BOM management, vendor coordination, engineering changes, shop-floor visits, and documentation support across active programs. I also spent time on the shop floor early in my role, working directly with machinists on live tooling programs, which changed how I think about manufacturability, drawing intent, and production reality.Before that, at Five Star Tool and Die, I built my technical foundation working full-cycle tooling programs end to end. That included parting and shut-off surfaces, core and cavity development, gating, cooling, ejection systems, GD&T application, NX Mold Wizard component libraries, and reverse engineering existing tooling. Across those programs, I managed more than 2,000 technical documents and learned how to connect design intent with practical shop-floor execution.After my Bachelor's, I worked in my father’s business in India, supporting engineering, operations, and business functions. My final-year bachelor’s project, the e-Booster, was also built from scratch with him, including fabrication, welding, grinding, and final assembly. That experience shaped how I approach design: not just whether something works in CAD, but whether it can actually be built, assembled, and supported in the real world.I also use AI as part of my day-to-day workflow to work faster and stay focused on design work. I use it to source BOM components, extract technical data from long documents, and reduce repetitive research overhead. I’m also building a web-based tool to solve a recurring problem in small tool and die shops: communication gaps between R&D, shop floor, and procurement around inventory and component ordering.Thank you.

Country

Canada

City

Chatham

Industry

Automotive

Skill

Technical Documentation, Vendor Coordination, Work Instructions, Bill of Materials (BOM) Management, AI for Research, Process Automation, Engineering Drawings, Quality Management, Research and Development (R&D), Surface Modeling, Root Cause Analysis, Reverse Engineering, Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Design for Manufacturing, Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing, Injection Molding, Die Casting, Siemens NX

Experience

Mechanical Design Engineer

1 Source Design Ltd. / MS-2 LLC

2025-5 - Present · 1 yr 5 mos

Wallaceburg, ON

Mechanical Design Engineer

Five Star Tool and Die Limited

2023-10 - 2025-1 · 1 yr 4 mos

Wallaceburg, ON

* Designed and modified HPDC die-cast tools in Siemens NX for Tier 1 automotive programs, aligning designs with DFM and client standards. * Developed parting, trim, shut-off, and core/cavity surfaces to support accurate tool splits and complex die-cast geometries. * Created 2D drawings from 3D assemblies and applied GD&T to support OEM compliance and manufacturability. * Designed gating, cooling, and ejection systems to meet production, quality, and tool performance requirements. * Built standardized component libraries in NX Mold Wizard, reducing component selection time by about 20% and improving design consistency. * Automated drafting and some design workflows with NX macros & journals, reducing design cycle time by 10–20% across programs. * Participated in design reviews, feasibility discussions, and root cause analysis to resolve tooling and manufacturability issues. * Created more than 2,000 technical documents, including BOMs, technical drawings, die books, RFQs, and work instructions. * Collaborated with engineering, shop floor, and client teams on tooling changes, documentation updates, and project delivery.

Intern

GUJARAT STATE ELECTRICITY CO. LTD.

2018-9 - 2018-9 · 1 mo

Gandhinagar

* Assisted with mechanical testing and inspection of boiler plant components including pumps, valves, and turbines, under plant engineering supervision. * Contributed to an intern team report on plant equipment performance and maintenance observations.

Education

University of Windsor

Industrial Engineering

2021 - 2022 · 1 yr

Master of Engineering in Industrial Engineering graduate with expertise in optimizing production processes, enhancing operational efficiency, and implementing cost-effective solutions. Skilled in utilizing data-driven approaches, applying advanced analytical techniques, and leading cross-functional teams to drive organizational growth and success.

Gujarat Technological University (GTU)

Mechanical Engineering

2015-7 - 2019-7 · 4 yrs 1 mo

I hold a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering, equipping me with a strong foundation in the principles and practices of this dynamic field. With expertise in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, materials science, and mechanical design, I possess a comprehensive understanding of engineering principles and their real-world applications. My academic journey has nurtured my passion for innovation and continuous learning, and I am now eager to apply my knowledge and skills to tackle complex challenges and contribute to the success of forward-thinking organizations. Connect with me to explore opportunities where I can make a meaningful impact with my mechanical engineering expertise.