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Polymer Processing
Injection moulding, extrusion and blow moulding — optimising cycle time, gate design and process windows for consistent, defect-free parts.
Polymer Engineering · Material Innovation
KAWIN B K
B.Tech Polymer Engineering | CIPET DPMT Graduate | Chennai, India
Polymer Processing · Mould Design · Material Characterization · Additive Manufacturing · Smart Manufacturing
- Conference Papers
- 2
- Certifications
- 10+
- DPMT Graduate
- 2024
Conference Papers
Certifications
DPMT Graduate
Injection MouldingExtrusionBlow MouldingCAD / Tool DesignRheologyDSC · TGA · FTIRCompositesIndustry 4.0FDM · SLAAutomotive PolymersQuality ControlMould Flow Analysis
Focus Domains
Six disciplines. One systems mindset.
Each domain compounds into a full-stack view of how polymers are designed, tooled, tested and manufactured at scale.
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Tool Design & Mould Manufacturing
Precision mould and die design with CAD/CAM, cooling and ejection strategy, tolerance stack-up and manufacturability from concept to steel.
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Material Testing & Characterization
Mechanical, thermal and rheological analysis — DSC, TGA, FTIR and tensile testing to validate material behaviour and failure modes.
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Smart Manufacturing
Industry 4.0 workflows — sensor-driven process monitoring, data-informed quality control and closed-loop production optimisation.
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Automotive Plastics
Lightweight polymer solutions for automotive systems — engineering thermoplastics, composites and under-the-hood durability requirements.
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Additive Manufacturing
Design for 3D printing — FDM and SLA prototyping, functional tooling and rapid iteration of complex polymer geometries.
Technical Arsenal
Skills & expertise
Organized proficiencies across design tools, programming, polymer processing, material science, and manufacturing technologies.
CAD & Design
- Creo
- CATIA
- AutoCAD
- Fusion 360
- Generative Design
- Engineering Drawing
Programming
- Python (Basic)
- MATLAB
- Data Analysis
- Graphical Representation
Polymer Processing
- Injection Moulding
- Compression Moulding
- Extrusion
- Blow Moulding
- Polymer Compounding
Testing & Characterization
- Tensile Testing
- Impact Testing
- Hardness Testing
- MFI Testing
- Material Analysis
- Quality Control
Manufacturing & Metrology
- CNC Machining
- Mould Manufacturing
- Engineering Metrology
- Process Optimization
- SPC
Tools & Software
- Microsoft Office
- MS Excel
- Minitab
- Technical Documentation
Selected Work
Projects at the intersection of design & material.
A sample of academic and lab projects that translate polymer science into manufacturable, tested engineering outcomes.
Tool DesignMulti-Cavity Mould Optimisation
Redesigned runner and cooling layout for a 4-cavity thermoplastic mould, targeting balanced fill and reduced cycle time through mould-flow simulation.
- -18%
- Cycle Time
- 4
- Cavities
- Mould Flow
- Sim
Material Testing
Polymer Blend Characterization
Thermal and mechanical study of a recycled polymer blend using DSC, TGA and tensile testing to map structure–property relationships.
DSC · TGA MethodsASTM Standard
Additive Manufacturing
Functional Lattice Prototype
Design-for-AM lattice component optimised for stiffness-to-weight, produced via FDM with iterative topology refinement.
FDM Process-32% Weight
Automotive Plastics
Lightweight Automotive Bracket
Converted a metal bracket to a glass-filled engineering thermoplastic, validating stiffness and thermal performance for under-hood use.
PA-GF Material-40% Mass
Key Projects
Engineering work & research
Hands-on projects spanning design, manufacturing, materials science, and advanced applications — demonstrating depth across the polymer engineering lifecycle.
Injection Mould Design and Development
Jan 2024 – Apr 2024- Designed injection mould components using Creo, CATIA, and AutoCAD
- Created detailed 3D models and comprehensive manufacturing drawings
- Performed dimensional verification and iterative design modifications
- Strengthened CAD modelling, tolerance analysis and mould architecture skills
Polymer Material Testing and Characterization
Aug 2025 – Nov 2025- Conducted tensile, impact, and hardness testing on polymer materials
- Utilized MATLAB for data analysis, statistical modeling and graphical representation
- Compared mechanical properties across multiple polymer samples
- Prepared technical reports, performance evaluation summaries and test protocols
Additive Manufacturing for Automotive Applications
Research & Conference Presentation- Development of Polylactic Acid (PLA) based components using 3D printing
- Designed lightweight geometries optimized for automotive performance
- Evaluated material properties and manufacturing feasibility for production
- Presented findings at ICNGMS-2026 — bridging additive tech with automotive standards
The Journey
From tool room to smart manufacturing.
A deliberate progression through the polymer engineering discipline — each stage compounding practical craft with scientific depth.
- 2021 – 2024
CIPET DPMT Graduate
Central Institute of Petrochemicals Engineering & Technology, Chennai
Diploma in Plastics Mould Technology — 75.26% (First Class). Hands-on foundation in mould manufacturing, CNC machining, tool room practice, compression moulding, and industrial polymer processing.
- 2024 – Present
B.Tech Polymer Engineering
B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai
Advanced study of polymer science, rheology, composites, material characterization and smart manufacturing. CGPA: 6.83. Bridging theory with applied manufacturing at scale.
- Jan 2024 – Jun 2024
Institutional Trainee — Tool Design & Mould Development
STAM Digital Tooling India Pvt. Ltd., Chennai
6-month industrial training in mould design, CNC machining, mould assembly, dimensional inspection, and quality control. Strengthened CAD interpretation and production planning skills.
- Jun 2025 – Jul 2025
Polymer Engineering Intern
Hyundai Engineering Plastics India Pvt. Ltd., Chennai
Studied automotive plastics manufacturing, injection moulding operations, quality inspection, and industrial standards. Gained hands-on exposure to process monitoring and manufacturing best practices.
Credentials & Recognition
Certifications, research & leadership
Professional development, academic recognition and industry participation that reinforces engineering depth and forward-thinking approach.
Certifications
- MATLAB Onramp – MathWorks
- Introduction to Solving Ordinary Differential Equations – MathWorks
- Python 3.4.3 Training – IIT Bombay (90%)
- Introduction to Computers Training – IIT Bombay (90%)
- QCad Training – IIT Bombay (68%)
- Fusion 360 CAD Training – Autodesk
- Generative Design – Autodesk
- Engineering Drawing – Autodesk
- Presentation Skills – Harvard Business Impact
- Writing Skills – Harvard Business Impact
Research Presentations
Advancing Smart Manufacturing: Recent Machine Learning Approaches for Optimisation and Quality Prediction in Injection Moulding
APTSM-2025 · 2025
Development of Polylactic Acid (PLA) Based Components Using Additive Manufacturing for Automobile Applications
ICNGMS-2026 · 2026
Leadership & Involvement
- Volunteer, IMTOF & IPPEX 2026, Chennai Trade Centre
- Participant, Planet X Inter-Collegiate Hackathon 2026
- Active participant in technical workshops, symposiums and industry-oriented events
- Ignite India Entrepreneurship Program (42 Hours) – Wadhwani Foundation
Let's connect
Looking for internships & full-time roles in polymer engineering & manufacturing.
Open to placement opportunities, research collaboration, and industry projects. Bring precision mould design, material characterization, and smart manufacturing expertise to your team.
- nammakawin@gmail.com
- Phone
- +91 93611 25151
- /in/nammakawin
- GitHub
- /nammakawin
- Location
- Chennai, India