Nirajkumar Mehta, PhD
About Nirajkumar Mehta, PhD
Nirajkumar Mehta, PhD, is a Senior Mechanical Engineer at Quest Global in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, with extensive experience in mechanical engineering and project coordination in India. He has published over 45 research papers, authored 5 books, and holds 3 international patents.
Company
Nirajkumar Mehta, PhD, is currently employed at Quest Global as a Senior Mechanical Engineer. He operates out of the Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, United States office. At Quest Global, he focuses on mechanical engineering design and analysis projects, implementing agile frameworks and sprint planning to enhance productivity.
Career Background
Nirajkumar Mehta has a robust career in mechanical engineering, having worked in various roles. He was a Sr. Mechanical Project Coordinator at ITM (SLS) Baroda University from 2018 to 2022 in Vadodara, Gujarat, India. Prior to that, he served as the Mechanical Project Coordinator at Vadodara Institute of Engineering and Research from 2014 to 2018. His earlier roles include being a Workshop Superintendent at Noble Group of Institutions from 2008 to 2014 and working as a Mechanical Design Engineer at Doshion - Ion Exchange Resin & Chemicals Division from 2007 to 2008 in Ahmedabad Area, India.
Education and Expertise
Nirajkumar Mehta holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Mechanical Engineering from Rai University, achieved in 2018. He completed his Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Mechanical Engineering from Gujarat Technological University, Ahmedabad in 2012, and his Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) from Hemchandracharya North Gujarat University in 2007. His educational background highlights his expertise in mechanical design, thermal analysis, and engineering research.
Research and Publications
Nirajkumar Mehta has an impressive record in engineering research. He has published over 45 research papers in international and national journals and authored five international books. He is notable for ranking 10th as the most cited Research Scientist in Thermal Design globally, with more than 400 Google Scholar citations. He has also presented over 12 research papers at national and international conferences.
Inventions and Patents
Nirajkumar Mehta holds three international patents, signifying his contributions to the field of mechanical engineering. He is the developer of the Shukla-Mehta Theory, which predicts thermal fatigue failures. Additionally, he has been involved in developing test protocols for bio-compatibility tests, such as the VOC Test and the Particulate Matter Test.
Conferences and Seminars
Nirajkumar Mehta has organized several significant events in the field of mechanical engineering. These include three State Level Seminars, two National Conferences, two National Technical Symposiums, and one Short Term Training Program. These initiatives demonstrate his commitment to knowledge sharing and professional development within the engineering community.