domains/mechanical_engineering.json

{
    "domain_id": "mechanical_engineering",
    "display_name": "Mechanical Engineering",
    "description": "Design, Manufacturing, Automotive, and Core Engineering",
    "core_skills": [
        "autocad",
        "solidworks",
        "catia",
        "ansys",
        "matlab",
        "thermodynamics",
        "fluid_mechanics",
        "heat_transfer",
        "manufacturing",
        "cnc",
        "3d_printing",
        "gd_t",
        "fea",
        "cfd",
        "product_design",
        "quality_control"
    ],
    "aspect_prototypes": {
        "technical_skills": [
            "designed complex assemblies in SolidWorks and CATIA",
            "performed FEA analysis using ANSYS for structural optimization",
            "created CFD simulations for fluid flow optimization",
            "developed CNC programs for precision machining",
            "implemented GD&T for manufacturing tolerances",
            "designed heat exchangers using thermal analysis",
            "prototyped parts using 3D printing and rapid prototyping",
            "conducted DFMEA for product reliability",
            "created engineering drawings following ASME standards",
            "optimized product design reducing weight by 20%"
        ],
        "problem_solving": [
            "resolved vibration issue in rotating machinery",
            "optimized manufacturing process reducing cycle time by 30%",
            "diagnosed failure mode using root cause analysis",
            "redesigned component eliminating stress concentration",
            "improved product yield from 85% to 98% through quality control",
            "solved thermal management problem in electronic enclosure",
            "reduced material waste by 25% through lean manufacturing",
            "fixed tolerance stack-up issue causing assembly problems",
            "automated inspection process using machine vision",
            "designed jig and fixture reducing setup time"
        ],
        "leadership": [
            "led BAJA SAE team of 20 members as captain",
            "managed product development project from concept to production",
            "coordinated with suppliers for component sourcing",
            "organized SAE chapter events with 200+ participants",
            "mentored junior designers on CAD and simulation tools",
            "led quality improvement initiative on production floor",
            "managed cross-functional team for product launch",
            "conducted design reviews with stakeholders",
            "led vendor qualification and development program",
            "organized technical workshops on new manufacturing methods"
        ],
        "internship_experience": [
            "6 months design intern at Tata Motors in R&D division",
            "summer internship at Mahindra on EV powertrain",
            "manufacturing intern at L&T in heavy engineering",
            "R&D intern at Bosch on automotive components",
            "product design intern at Godrej appliances division",
            "quality engineering intern at Maruti Suzuki",
            "CAE analyst intern at TAFE for tractor design",
            "tool design intern at Hero MotoCorp",
            "thermal analysis intern at Thermax",
            "research intern at IIT Madras on composite materials"
        ]
    },
    "industry_benchmarks": {
        "min_employability_score": 0.55,
        "expected_cgpa": 7.0,
        "expected_internship_months": 3,
        "critical_skills": [
            "cad",
            "manufacturing_basics",
            "engineering_drawing"
        ],
        "nice_to_have_skills": [
            "fea",
            "cfd",
            "python",
            "automation"
        ]
    },
    "skill_gaps_mapping": {
        "cae_simulation": {
            "demand_score": 0.70,
            "courses": [
                "ANSYS Certification",
                "CATIA V5 Mastery"
            ],
            "certifications": [
                "CSWA",
                "CSWP",
                "ANSYS Certified"
            ]
        },
        "ev_powertrain": {
            "demand_score": 0.75,
            "courses": [
                "Electric Vehicle Technology",
                "Battery Management Systems"
            ],
            "certifications": [
                "EV Design Certification"
            ]
        },
        "automation": {
            "demand_score": 0.65,
            "courses": [
                "Industrial Automation",
                "PLC Programming"
            ],
            "certifications": [
                "Siemens TIA Portal",
                "Allen Bradley"
            ]
        },
        "industry_4_0": {
            "demand_score": 0.60,
            "courses": [
                "IoT for Manufacturing",
                "Digital Twin Technology"
            ],
            "certifications": [
                "Industry 4.0 Certification"
            ]
        }
    },
    "detection_keywords": [
        "mechanical",
        "design engineer",
        "manufacturing",
        "automotive",
        "product design",
        "cad",
        "solidworks",
        "catia",
        "ansys",
        "thermodynamics",
        "heat transfer",
        "fluid mechanics"
    ]
}