Mr. usman Attique , National University of Sciences and Technology , Pakistan
Usman Atique is a seasoned Mechanical Engineer currently pursuing his PhD at the Department of Design and Manufacturing, School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering, National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST) in Islamabad, Pakistan. With a career spanning 25 years, Usman has amassed a wealth of experience in various facets of mechanical engineering, particularly in defense-related industries. His academic journey includes a Master’s degree in Design and Manufacturing Engineering from NUST, where he earned a Gold Medal for his outstanding performance, and a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the College of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering, also at NUST.
Usman’s academic achievements are complemented by a string of certifications and oral certificates from prestigious international conferences, showcasing his expertise in areas such as assembly line balancing, numerical analysis, and manufacturing technologies. He has also undertaken several research projects, notably focusing on the optimization of assembly lines for bulletproof vehicles and the incremental forming of Tailor Welded Blanks, sponsored by NUST.
In addition to his academic pursuits, Usman has held various positions in defense-related establishments, where he has supervised the repair, rebuild, and manufacturing of military vehicles, tanks, and track vehicles. His expertise extends to overseeing the overhaul of engines and the revitalization of machinery in machine shops and research and development establishments.
Usman is a member of the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) and has honed his skills in a range of software applications crucial for engineering design and simulation, including Simul-8, MS Project, AutoCAD, Pro-E, MATLAB, and Abaqus.
Professional Profiles:
Education:
- PhD Scholar: Department of Design and Manufacturing, National University of Sciences & Technology (NUST), Islamabad, Pakistan.
- MSc. Design and Manufacturing Engineering (2011 – 2013): School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering, NUST.
- Project Title: Assembly Line Balancing of Bullet Proof Vehicle Using Unequal Multiple Operators.
- BSc. Mechanical Engineering (1995 – 1998): College of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering, NUST.
- Project Title: Design & Fabrication of Oil Heater.
Academic Achievements:
- Gold Medalist in Master of Engineering.
- Attained 1st Division in Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering.
Certifications:
- IEEE 13th International Conference on Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (2022).
- IEEE 13th International Conference on Mechanical and Intelligent Manufacturing Technologies (2022).
- IEEE 4th International Conference on Manufacturing Science and Technology (2013).
- Lean Integrated Management System (LIMS-01 & LIMS-02).
Courses and Online Learning:
- Material Behavior, Material Science, Material Processing.
- Hatf Weapon System, Mid Carrier Course, Specialist Equipment Course.
Research Projects:
- Leading research on assembly line balancing and optimization of bulletproof vehicles.
- Pioneering incremental forming of Tailor Welded Blanks in modern automobile manufacturing.
Work Experience:
- Currently supervising the rebuild of military weapons and fire control instruments.
- Previously served in various capacities including Workshop Officer and overseeing repair, rebuild, and manufacturing operations in defense-related sectors.
Professional Affiliations:
- Member of the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC).
Software Proficiency:
- Simul-8, MS Project, AutoCAD, Pro-E, Creo Parametric 2.0, MATLAB/TOMLAB, Abaqus.
Area of Specialization:
- Assembly line balancing of vehicles.
- Modeling and Simulation.
- Incremental Sheet Forming of Tailor Welded Blanks.
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