Varun Neville Fernandes is seeking an industrial placement in mechanical engineering. He has a bachelor's degree in aeronautical and mechanical engineering with a 2:1 grade. He also has a master's degree in advanced mechanical engineering. His education and work experience have provided him with skills in finite element analysis, computational fluid dynamics, problem solving, and design. He is proficient in engineering software and seeks to apply his abilities in a new environment.

1. VARUN NEVILLE FERNANDES
B1A, Snowdon Hall, Wrexham LL13 7HN, United Kingdom
Email: fernandes.varun@yahoo.in
Mobile: +4407425112939.
PROFILE
I am an early career academic with interest in pursuing a career in mechanical engineering field.
I am seeking an industrial placement opportunity within your esteemed organization. I have
completed my bachelor’s degree in aeronautical and mechanicalengineering and I have obtained
a 2:1 grade. I have the aptitude and capacity to adapt to new environments and to undertake
new challenges.This is highlighted by my proficient skills gainedthrough my studies, which entail
knowledge and experience of Finite element (FEM), Computational fluid dynamics (CFD)analysis,
problem solving, designing, and testing.
EDUCATION
2015 – 2016: Universityof Sheffield,UnitedKingdom,M.Sc.AdvancedMechanicalEngineering.
2013 – 2015 Glyndwr University, B.Eng. (Hons) Aeronautical and Mechanical Engineering,
Grade – 2:1
Modules covered:
 Inter-Professional Studies in Engineering.
 Advanced Thermo-fluid and Turbo machinery.
 Aerodynamics and Computational Fluid Dynamics.
 Vibration Analysis and Complex Structures.
 Individual Honours Project
 Business and Research development.
 Further Engineering mathematics.
 Structures - Failure analysis and Finite Element Analysis.
 Engineering and Mechanism Dynamics and Engineering Design.
 Avionics and flight dynamics and control.
 Final year Honours project - “Analysis of Lift and drag characteristics of varying wing
section” using Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) with Ansys-Fluent 15.0
 Group project on starting up a real working business on sustainability.
2010 – 2013 Thakur Institute of Aviation Technology, India, Diploma - License Aircraft
Maintenance Engineering. Grade: Distinction.
 Key modules – Air frame systems, gas turbine engine systems, and aerodynamics and
aircraft materials composites.
2010: Passed Higher Secondary School Certificate, India with 71%, English, Physics, Chemistry,
Math, and Computer Science.

2. 2008: Passed Secondary School Certificate, India with 78.61%, English, Math, Science, Social
Science.
WORK EXPERIENCE
October 2013 - August 2015 - Team member, Kentucky Fried Chicken, UK (part time)
 Skills achieved : time management, communication, team working, prioritization skills
2013 (January – July) on job training with Thakur Aviation Maintenance Organization, India.
 Helped in managing the A and B check Inspections on the Learjet- 24 aircraft fitted with
General Electric CJ610-4 engines (Mechanical A & C), Cessna 150 aircraft fitted with
Continental 0-200-A48 Engine and Helicopter Enstorm 280C fitted with Lycoming HI0360EIA
Engine.
 Gained experience on airframe and engines covering servicing, repair, replacements, tests,
operation and inspection of aircraft components/items, equipment of Learjet 24 aircraft.
 Worked alongside a group of engineers in testing flight controls, hydraulic, pneumatic, fire
detection and protection, fuel, air- conditioning and pressurization systems used on the
aircraft, which indirectly enhanced my team working skills and problem solving skills.
 Assisted in performing Non –Destructive testing of aircraft wing panels, aircraft control
surfaces.
LANGUAGES
 Fluent in English (first language), Hindi, Marathi and Konkani.
SKILLS
 Proficient in Microsoft Office 2013 applications.
 Engineering software packages include CATIA V5 R18, MD solid 4.0, ABAQUS CAE 6.13
(FEA) and Ansys - Fluent 15.0.
INTERESTS
 General aviation, cooking, music, dancing, basketball and cricket.
NATIONALITY
 Indian. (Application In Process for a Portuguese Passport)

3. REFERENCES
1. Dr Ardeshir Osanlou CSci FHEA FRPS FIMA FIET
Accredited Senior Imaging Scientist Chartered Math
Glyndwr University, OpTIC, St Asaph Business Park, St Asaph, LL17 0JD, CYMRU, UK.
Tel [Dir.]:+44(0)1745 535131 [Mobile]:+44(0) 777 16 46 791.
Email: a.osanlou@glyndwr.ac.uk ardieosanlou@aol.com
Applied Physics and Eng. (C130), Mold Road, Wrexham, LL11 2AW, CYMRU, UK.
2. Dr. Chamil Abeykoon
Lecturer in Engineering
PhD, BSc Eng (Hons), AMIMechE, AMIESL, ACPM, AFHA
Division of Applied Science, Computing and Engineering,
Glyndŵr University, Wrexham, LL11 2AW, UK.
E-mail: c.abeykoon@glyndwr.uk
Tel: +44(0)1978293067
Web page: http://www.glyndwr.ac.uk.
Researchgate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Chamil_Abeykoon.
3. Mr. Shafiul Monir
Lecturer in Engineering
MSc/MRes Programme Leader
Division of Applied Science, Computing and Engineering,
Glyndŵr University, Wrexham, LL11 2AW, UK
E-mail: s.monir@glyndwr.ac.uk
Tel: 0041978293151