Pathik Vadwala
About Pathik Vadwala
Pathik Vadwala is a Senior Mechanical Engineer specializing in downstream engineering at Hatch in Mississauga, Ontario. He has expertise in simulation modeling, Finite Element Analysis, and custom machine design for various industrial applications.
Work at Hatch
Pathik Vadwala has been employed at Hatch as a Senior Mechanical Engineer in the Downstream sector since 2011. In this role, he is responsible for conducting detailed engineering for custom machine design equipment used in various applications, including hot material handling, furnace smelters, mine hoists, naval machinery, and industrial hydraulics. His responsibilities include performing design calculations, preparing equipment specifications, and selecting and sizing components such as electric drives, winches, hydraulic cylinders, and control valves.
Education and Expertise
Pathik Vadwala holds a Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) in Mechanical Engineering from Nirma University, which he completed from 2005 to 2009. He further advanced his education by obtaining a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Toronto, where he studied from 2009 to 2011. His expertise includes simulation modeling using ANSYS and MATLAB, as well as extensive knowledge of Finite Element Analysis (FEA). He is proficient in preparing 3D models and fabrication drawings using software such as AutoCAD, Solid Edge, SolidWorks, and ProE.
Background
Before joining Hatch, Pathik Vadwala gained valuable experience through various internships and research positions. He worked as a Mechanical Engineering Intern at MBH Pumps Pvt Ltd in 2008 for two months. He also served as a Graduate Student Research Assistant at the University of Toronto from 2009 to 2011 and as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at NIRMA University from 2008 to 2009. These roles contributed to his foundational knowledge and skills in mechanical engineering.
Achievements
Pathik Vadwala has hands-on experience with site installation, commissioning, and maintenance of mechanical equipment and hydraulic systems at various process plants across Asia and Central America. He manages equipment fabrication vendors by reviewing their drawings, layouts, deviation requests, and RFIs. Additionally, he attends factory acceptance tests to ensure full dimensional inspection and function tests of the equipment.