GABRIEL ADAIKKALA RAJAN. A

Mechanical Engineer, Cryogenics Scientist & Dedicated Educator

// Executive Summary

Mechanical Engineer and Academic Professional with experience in quality assurance, infrastructure execution, and higher education. Served as Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering, teaching postgraduate and undergraduate courses while guiding integrated projects across Mechanical, Civil, EEE, and CSE. Previously worked as a QA/QC Engineer in highway and infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with standards and safety protocols. Skilled in project execution, quality documentation, and academic mentorship with a strong ability to combine technical expertise and teaching leadership.

// Core Competencies

  • Quality Assurance & Quality Control (QA/QC)
  • Construction Supervision & Project Execution
  • Highway & Infrastructure Development
  • Academic Teaching & Curriculum Delivery (UG & PG)
  • Research Supervision & Interdisciplinary Project Guidance
  • Technical Documentation & Compliance Reporting
  • Safety Protocols & Standards Enforcement
  • Mentorship & Team Leadership

// Work Experience

Assistant Professor – Mechanical Engineering {Anna University – Faculty Code 9506409}

Einstein College of Engineering, Tamil Nadu, India | *Jul 2024 – Jun 2025*

  • Taught Engineering Design and mentored projects across multiple engineering disciplines.
  • Coordinated research initiatives, seminars, and grant projects including DRDO programs.
  • Guided students in technical documentation, IPR awareness, and research methodology.

QA/QC Engineer – Infrastructure Projects

Divinecon Infra, Tamil Nadu, India | *May 2020 – Mar 2024*

  • Managed QA/QC operations for highway and infrastructure construction.
  • Conducted inspections, documentation, and compliance audits.
  • Coordinated with contractors and consultants to ensure project efficiency.

QA/QC Engineer – National Highway Project (NH-45A)

Kiyaan Enterprises Private Ltd, Karaikal, India

  • Supported execution of four-Laning project under NHAI Phase-IV.
  • Oversaw material approvals, inspection protocols, and quality reports.

Early Career Roles [2016 – 2017]

  • **Service Advisor / Spare in Charge:** Yamaha, Sai Ram Motors, Padi, Chennai, India – 600040.
  • **Service Engineer Trainee:** SMS Autoline Equipment Private Ltd, Anna Nagar West Depot, Chennai, India – 600040.
  • **Engineering Trainee:** Hiltek Robotic Research Centre, St. Xavier’s Catholic College of Engineering, Chunkankadai, Nagercoil, India – 629003.
  • *Gained exposure to mechanical systems, automotive service, and technical troubleshooting.*

// Education

  • Master of Engineering (M.E.) – Cryogenic Engineering | PSN CET, Anna University (2017 – 2019)
  • Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) – Mechanical Engineering | PSN EC, Anna University (2012 – 2016)
  • Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) – Biology & Mathematics | St.Xaviers HSS, Tamil Nadu State Board (2010 – 2012)

// Projects & Research

  • Design Optimization of Cryogenic Centrifugal Pump using CFD – M.E. Dissertation, 2019
  • Hydrogen Cryocooler and Mixture Study – Academic Research, 2018
  • Fabrication of Super Hydrophobic Surfaces on Aluminium Alloy AA6061 – International Conference, 2019
  • Automatic Drain Cleaning System (2016)
  • Reverse Osmosis System with Post Filtration (2015)
  • Guided projects in Hybrid Vehicles, Renewable Energy, and Smart Transportation.

// Certifications & FDPs

  • Rocket Propulsion & Spacecraft Dynamics – KODACY – ISRO
  • HVAC – MSME / Khadi and Village Industries Commission
  • AI-Driven Project Mgmt. – GSDC (8 Hrs., June 2025)
  • Business Analysis – Coursera
  • SEO – SERP Hub (108/116)
  • Cybersecurity – NISM/SEBI
  • ANSYS (90 hrs.) – AK Education
  • Electrical Safety – PSNCET
  • CAD Basics – CADD Centre, Tirunelveli
  • The Fevicol MR National Craft Contest – Pidilite industries Limited
  • AI Tools FDP – AICTE & Brainovision
  • CE3011 FDP – Anna Univ

// Journals & Conferences

  • Solar Thermal Simulation, National Conf., PSNCET (2018)
  • Superhydrophobic Surface on Al-AA6061, ICICTE (2019)

// Memberships & Workshops

  • Institution of Engineers (India) – PSNEC (2015–2019)
  • Consumer Protection Association – St. Xavier’s (2007–2009)
  • Workshop – Heat Transfer Enhancement Techniques, PSN (2015)

// Awards & Recognitions

  • Veeramamunivar Tamil Training Exam – STXHSS - First Class (2010)
  • Swami Vivekananda Inter-College Competition (Poem) – PSNCET - 1st Place (2013)

// Personal Details

  • Nationality: Indian
  • Date & Place of Birth: 01 July 1995 & Tirunelveli
  • Blood Group: B+
  • Status: Willing to Relocate | Immediate Joining | Passport Ready