Profile at a Glance
- 🏆 Best Teacher Award with cash prize of ₹10,000 for Good Academic Performance on Students' Feedback — C.V. Raman College of Engineering, 2014.
- 🎉 Best Paper Presentation Award at National Conference NCMMRET-2020, Einstein Academy of Technology & Management, Odisha, 11 Jan 2020.
- 👑 Nominated Faculty Policy Ambassador — National Innovation & Start-Up Policy (NISP), MOE Innovation Cell (MIC), Gandhi Engineering College, Odisha.
- 📣 Invited Speaker — 8th Global Conference on Material Science & Engineering (CMSE 2019), Sanya, China, Nov 12–15, 2019.
- Design & Development of a Quadrocopter
- Design & Development of a Fixed Wing Aircraft
- Fabrication of a Single-Seated Hovercraft
- Preparation of Calophyllum Inophyllum (Polanga) Bio-Fuels
- Fabrication of an All-Terrain Robot
- Fabrication of a Small Scale Banki/Michell Hydraulic Turbine
- Modification of a 3-Wheeler Auto-Engine for Reduction of NOx Pollution
Professional Experience
✈️ Associate Professor & HoD — Center of Aviation & Space (CANs)Centurion University, School of Engg. & Technology, Odisha
Feb 2023 – Present
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- Academic administration, teaching UG students — Flight Mechanics, Aircraft Structures, Intro to Aerospace Engg., Thermodynamics, Jet Propulsion, Rotary Wing Flight Dynamics (RWFD), Value Added Course: Quality Analysis.
- Formed Aero-modelling Technical Club for hands-on learning, RC Planes & Glider competitions.
- Member, Internal Audit Core Committee of Laboratory, Files and Records for University 's 2nd cycle NAAC Inspection.
- Member, Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) — streamlining documentation, Mission NIRF-2024.
- Registration Supervisor, Cyber Security HACKATHON KAVACH-2023 (CUTM, one of 5 nodal centers in India), 8–9 Aug 2023.
- Building robust filing & record-keeping system with Geo-Tagged image evidences, career-specific plans, mentoring cycle, student feedback.
- OBE implementation aligned with Bloom's Taxonomy — attainment of COs, POs, PSOs, PEOs.
- Pre-Board of Study (BOS) feedback for 10–20% curriculum modification and new domain introduction.
🏫 Registrar & Professor — Operations, Logistics & Supply Chain Mgmt.ASBM University, Odisha
Nov 2021 – Jan 2022
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- Planned and managed the First Convocation of the University (20 Dec 2021).
- Conducted online Academic Council & Board of Governor (BOG) meetings as Member-Secretary.
- Convened 3rd ATLC meeting as Member-Convenor.
- Led Scrap Disposal Committee — BER/repairable decisions with minimum cost.
- Introduced new formats for Post Work Inspection Reports and Post Interview Assessment Reports.
- Negotiated vendor quotations — Aquaguard AMCs, biometric face-recognition attendance, tiling works.
- Streamlined IT, Dispensary, Estate & Central Store inventory. Planned Centralised Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
- Framed and executed Maintenance Chart for STP and all ACs.
- Managed a vehicle accident — rescued students safely liaising with Commissionerate Police and CESU, Odisha.
📚 Professor, Mech. Engg. & Dean, R&DGandhi Engineering College (GEC, NIRF Rank 251–300), Bhubaneswar, Odisha
May 2020 – Apr 2021
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- Prepared Mission & Vision Document on Research & Development for future sustainability.
- Established robust Filing Index Systems in R&D Cell.
- Introduced & motivated in-house project proposals by faculty for enhancing research culture & IPR.
- Persuaded management for seed money grants for research and innovative projects.
- Proposed a “PROJECT MUSEUM” for Mechanical Department (UG/PG projects displayed with Knowledge Management objective).
- Planned Pilot Projects — Rainwater Harvesting (RWH) & Bio-gas Plant from canteen solid waste as best sustainable practices.
- Faculty Policy Ambassador in NISP, MOE Innovation Cell (MIC) — facilitated Incubation & Startup programmes.
- Subjects: Robotics, Rapid Prototyping, MOS, Project Management, Industrial Hydraulics & Pneumatics.
📚 Associate Professor, Dean R&D, HoD Mech. & Head, NBA Steering CommitteeAIET, Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Aug 2019 – May 2020
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- Coordinator for NIRF-2020. Preliminary Feasibility Study & SWOT Analysis of the Institute.
- Convener/Coordinator: National Seminar RAME-2020 (Recent Advances in Mechanical Engineering) under TEQIP — grant ₹2.57 Lakhs.
- Prepared Mechanical Department for NBA Accreditation.
- Renovated Engineering Workshop & Engineering Drawing Laboratory. Formed Project Laboratory.
- Started formation of Incubation Cell. Motivated faculty for research culture.
- Subjects: DME, ICE & Gas Turbines.
📚 Associate Professor, Secretary CDC, Dean R&DDRIEMS (Autonomous) Engineering College, Cuttack, Odisha
Sep 2018 – Jun 2019
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- Appraised placement activities; better coordination among departments.
- Introduced Rigorous Mock Tests, GDs in T&P Cell — enhanced placement records.
- Incorporated Probable Questionnaire Database (PQD) for students.
- Effective utilization of Language, Learning and Testing Lab.
- Enhanced R&D activities, generation of funds through consultancy, started Incubation Cell.
- Subjects: Advanced Materials Handling System, Basics of Manufacturing Processes, PPE and FEA.
📚 Asst. Professor & Programme Coordinator, PAC, Mech. Engg.C.V. Raman College of Engineering (NIRF Rank 93), Bhubaneswar (Now C.V. Raman Global University)
Oct 2017 – Sep 2018
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- Teaching and departmental administration.
- Programme Coordinator (PC) of PAC for NBA & NAAC documentation and accreditation.
- Core member, PAC for Tier-I SAR/SSR preparation for NBA.
📚 Dean, Academics & Chief Nodal Officer, Grievance CellC.V. Raman College of Engineering, Bhubaneswar (Now C.V. Raman Global University)
Nov 2014 – Oct 2017
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- Academic Administration — framing new academic regulations for Autonomous status, moderation, monitoring attendance & results, preparing ATRs.
- Instrumental in conversion of affiliating institute into Autonomous phase.
- Upgraded EDUSOL ERP; implemented NEW ERP modules via TCSion (Academic & Examination).
- Chief Nodal Officer for student Grievance Cell — BPUT, Odisha.
- Liaising officer for NAAC team visit. Internal Auditor for ISO-9000.
- Member: Disciplinary Committee, Scholarship Committee, BOS, Anti-Ragging, ERP, Admission Core Committees.
- Communication with AICTE, MHRD & Commissionerate Police on various matters.
📚 Asst. Professor, Mechanical EngineeringC.V. Raman College of Engineering, Bhubaneswar (Now C.V. Raman Global University)
Feb 2010 – Oct 2014
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- Faculty In-Charge, Computer Aided Design (CAD) Centre.
- Internal Auditor for ISO-9000 compliance — English & Chemistry departments.
- Member: IMMC, SMC, BOS; Secretary, Robotics Club (SOME); Timetable Coordinator.
- Core member, PAC for NBA Tier-I SAR/SSR; Programme Coordinator for NBA & NAAC.
- Head, Hospitality Committee — ICETRE-2013 (International Conference on Emerging Trend on Renewable Energy Resources).
- Mechanical Workshop In-charge. Developed CAD Centre from a simple computer center.
📚 Lecturer, Mechanical EngineeringC.V. Raman College of Engineering, Bhubaneswar
Aug 2008 – Jan 2010
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- Workshop In-charge, Engineering Graphics Lab In-charge.
- Member: IMMC, SMC, BOS; Secretary, Robotics Club (SOME).
- Subjects: Mechanics, Design of Machine Elements & Components, Robotics, I.C. Engine & Gas Turbines, Power Plant, CIM, Manufacturing.
- Imparted practical robotics training & evaluation to B.Tech students at C.V. Raman Bosch Rexroth COE.
✈️ Senior Non-Commissioned Officer (SNCO), TechnicalIndian Air Force — MI-17 & MI-17 1V Helicopter Operations
Jul 2002 – Jul 2008
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- Management & supervision of manpower detailing and job-progress tracking of Airframe Section.
- Operation & maintenance of MI-17 & MI-17 1V Helicopters. OJT to Ab-initio trainees.
- Management of Precision Laboratories — fluid sample testing, ultrasonic cleaning of filters, NDT.
- Demand, requisition & procurement of consumables from Logistics Depot; meticulous record keeping.
- Office administration I/C — Maintenance Control Center, MI-17 Helicopter Fleet. Log Book & Life monitoring of each component.
✈️ Senior Quality Assurance Inspector (Aeronautical)Indian Air Force — 24 Equipment Depots, Maintenance Command
Jul 1997 – Jul 2002
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- Quality Audit, issue, receipt, periodical inspection of avionics logistics items, spare parts, precision instruments.
- Periodic & snap checks of avionics stores, rubberized items, lubricants, precision equipment.
- Framed Quality Circle; conducted brainstorming and TQM sessions.
- Clarified interchangeability doubts on spare parts across different aircraft fleets.
- Prepared Technical Reports — extent of external damage, BER/repairable assessments.
- Worked with CQAPP, DGAQA, Kanpur — testing, analysis & certification of petroleum products (2 weeks).
✈️ Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO), TechnicalIndian Air Force — Chetak / Cheetah Helicopter Operations
Jul 1988 – Jul 1997
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- Operation & maintenance of Chetak/Cheetah Helicopters, Ground Handling Equipment, Hydraulic Bay.
- NCO I/C of Technical Tools, Fuel & Lubricant Store.
Academic Qualifications
Master of Business Administration
Utkal University, Odisha · Specialisation: HRM & POM
AY 2020–22 · CGPA 8.24Doctor of Philosophy — Mechanical Engineering
KIIT University (IoE), School of Mech. Engg.
Thesis: Effect of Hardening of Alloy Steels and Polanga Bio-Dielectric Medium on EDM Performances
Awarded 24 Jan 2018Mechanical Engg. — CAD/CAM Specialisation
MNNIT, Allahabad
Thesis: Mathematical Modeling of Failure Patterns of Helicopter Components
2005–06 · 69.20%Mechanical Engineering
Institution of Engineers (IEI), India
2001 · 56.71%Mechanical Engineering
Mechanical Training Institute (MTI), Indian Air Force
1993 · 65%Research Publications
Patents & IPR
“HIGH PERFORMANCE VEGETABLE OIL BASED BIO-DIELECTRIC FLUID FOR ELECTRICAL DISCHARGE MACHINING”
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“HIGH PERFORMANCE VEGETABLE OIL BASED BIO-DIELECTRIC FLUID FOR ELECTRICAL DISCHARGE MACHINING”
International Recognitions
- International Journal Material Science: Advanced Composite Materials, ISSN-2529-7783(Online), WHOICE Publishing PTE LTD., Singapore.
- International Open Access Journal Materials Physics and Chemistry
- International Journal of Modern Mechanical Engineering and Technology, Zeal Press, ISSN 2409-9848.
- Journal of the Brazilian Society of Mechanical Sciences and Engineering (BMSE), Springer
- Material Science: Advanced Composite Materials, WHOICE, Singapore
- Transactions of the Canadian Society for Mechanical Engineering, Canadian Science Publishing
- International Journal of Material Research, Manuscript Central
- Journal of The Institution of Engineers, Part-C, Springer
Academic Projects & Lab Development
✈️ Center of Aviation & Space (CANs), Centurion UniversityAeromodelling Laboratory (Work-in-Process)
11M & Continuing
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Formation of Aero-modelling Technical Club for RC Planes & Glider competitions. Hands-on learning, project involvement for UG students.
📚 Gandhi Engineering College, BhubaneswarPlanned “PROJECT MUSEUM” — Knowledge Management Initiative
2020–2021
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Proposed a Project Museum for the Mechanical Department — collection of previous UG & PG projects, displayed with segregation of Hardware-based & Mechatronics projects as a Knowledge Management (KM) and Expert Systems (ES) initiative.
🔧 AIET, Bhubaneswar — Laboratory RenovationsEngineering Drawing Lab & Workshop Renovation
2019–2020
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(i) Renovation and modification of Engineering Graphics and Drawing Laboratory.
(ii) Renovation of Engineering Workshop.
💻 CVRCE, Bhubaneswar — CAD Centre DevelopmentComputer Aided Design Centre from basic computer lab
2008–2018
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Developed and renovated the Computer Aided Design Centre from a simple computer center. Associated with C.V. Raman Bosch Rexroth Centre of Excellence (COE). Renovation and modification of Engineering Graphics and Drawing Laboratory.
Professional Training & FDPs
Professional Memberships & Recognitions
Organising Conferences & Webinars
PhD Supervision
Department of Mechanical Engineering, C.V. Raman Global University (CGU), Odisha · AY 2020–21 Batch
Personal Information
Strengths & Values
Patient and cool-headed in tough situations. Capacity and willingness to learn continually. Focuses on finding the solution first, then analyzing. Gives emphasis on simplification of concepts in delivery to students.
Takes a little extra time and care at initial planning phase of the job. Requests quality work always. A glimpse of smile at workplace makes the atmosphere conducive. Sincerity, integrity and hard work pay off in the long run. Flexibility to change is a catalyst for any SDG.
Respect is earned and not demanded. Bridges the gap between operation and engineering teams. Committed to making workplaces more humane, motivated and productive.
Prof. (Dr.) Sujit Dash
Professor, Civil Engineering Dept., IIT Kharagpur
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Place: Bhubaneswar | Date: 12 August 2024