Rotan Kumar Saha, M.Sc. in Eng.
Assistant Professor, Department of Industrial & Production Engineering, DUET, Gazipur
Rotan Kumar Saha is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Industrial and Production Engineering at Dhaka University of Engineering & Technology (DUET), Gazipur, where he also obtained his B.Sc. in IPE and M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering. His research focuses on advanced and additive manufacturing, polymer and composite materials, nanocomposites, machine learning-assisted materials processing and optimization of manufacturing systems. He has authored multiple journal and conference publications on 3D-printed composite materials, machining optimization and finite element simulations. He currently leads a UGC-funded research project on machine-learning-optimized recycled polymer composites for sustainable 3D printing. Prior to joining academia, he worked in the Epyllion Group in industrial operations and planning department. He teaches courses in manufacturing processes, safety engineering, computer-integrated manufacturing, materials engineering and product development. He has received several academic honors, including the Academic Excellence Award and Dean’s Award and actively contributes to consultancy, research and testing services within the department.
| Mobile: | +8801752138336 |
| Email: | [email protected] |
| Office: | +88-02-9204734-53, Ext: 685, 5315 |
| Address: | Room#3029, New Academic Building (NAB), Department of Industrial and Production Engineering, Dhaka University of Engineering & Technology, 1707, Joydebpur, Gazipur |
| Field of interest: | Advanced Manufacturing, Nanomaterials, Nanocomposites, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Optimization. |
| Field of specialization: | Additive Manufacturing (AM), 3D Printing, Lean Manufacturing, Lean Six Sigma, Engineering Materials. |
Degrees Obtained (Starting from Recent Degrees):
| # | Degree | Institute | Year | Discipline & Field |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | M.Sc. in Eng. | Dhaka University of Engineering & Technology, Gazipur | 2024 | Mechanical Engineering |
| 2 | B.Sc. in Eng. | Dhaka University of Engineering & Technology, Gazipur | 2021 | Industrial and Production Engineering |
| 3 | Diploma in Eng. | Kushtia polytechnic Institute | 2015 | Power Technology |
Employment Record (Starting from Present Position):
| # | Designation | Institute | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Assistant Professor | Dhaka University of Engineering & Technology, Gazipur | 2025-03-06 : Continue |
| 2 | Lecturer | Dhaka University of Engineering & Technology, Gazipur | 2022-05-29 : 2025-03-06 |
| 3 | Assistant Executive | Epyllion Group | 2022-01-01 : 2022-03-05 |
| 4 | Management Trainee - Operation | Epyllion Group | 2021-07-01 : 2021-12-31 |
Consultancy and Sponsored Research Activities:
| # | Title | Organization | Role | Fund | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fabrication and Characterization of Recycled rPET/rUPVC Composites through Machine Learning-Optimized FDM for Sustainable 3D Printing | University Grants Commission of Bangladesh | Project Director | 252200 | 2025-2026 |
| 2 | Consultancy Research and Testing Services (CRTS) | Department of Industrial and Production Engineering, DUET, Gazipur | Consultant | - | 2024-Present |
Publications (Journal):
| # | Year | Title | Authors | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2025 | Mechanical and physical characterization of SLA 3D-Printed water-washable composites for high-precision jewelry applications | Rotan Kumar Saha, Narayan Chandra Ray, Md Manikuzzaman, Md Abu Rasel Rayhan, Md Easin Mollah, Md Mustafizur Rahman | Results in Materials Volume 28, December 2025, 100845 |
| 2 | 2025 | Investigating the Impact of Layer Thickness and Print Orientation on Strength and Structural Integrity of SLA 3D Printed Composites | Rotan Kumar Saha, Md.Mustafizur Rahman, Md.Tutul Islam, Md.Mukshitul Mumin, Narayan Chandra Ray | International Journal of Lightweight Materials and Manufacture |
| 3 | 2025 | Enhancing Mechanical and Surface Properties of 3D-Printed Kevlar-Reinforced ABS/PLA Composites through FDM Process | Narayan Chandra Ray, Rotan Kumar Saha, Md Easin Mollah, Shaikh Rakib, Yusuf Ali | Hybrid Advances Volume 11, December 2025, 100510 |
| 4 | 2024 | Optimization of cutting temperature and surface roughness in CNC turning of Ti-6Al-4V alloy using response surface methodology | Shazzad Hossain, Mohammad Zoynal Abedin, Rotan Kumar Saha, Md Touhiduzzaman, Md Jakir Hossen | Heliyon, Volume 11, Issue 1e41051 |
| 5 | 2024 | Electro-mechanical Analysis of Nanostructured Polymer Matrix Composite Materials for 3D Printing Using Machine Learning | Md Imran Hossain, Mohammad Asaduzzaman Chowdhury, Shaim Mahamud, Rotan Kumar Saha, Md Shovon Zahid, Jannatul Ferdous, Nayen Hossain, Md Hosne Mobarak | Chemical Engineering Journal Advances Volume 19, 15 August 2024, 100626 |
Publications (Conference):
| # | Year | Title | Authors | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2024 | Finite Element Simulation of Alloyed Steel (20MnCr5) in Extrusion Process Using Deform 3D Software | Rotan Kumar Saha, Md. Touhiduzzaman, Md. Mamun, Md. Tareque Hasan, Safayet Hossain, Md. Rafiqul Islam, Md. Nazmul Hasan, Tuhin Hosen, Md. Rahat Bhuiyan | 7th IEOM Bangladesh International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Operations Management |
| 2 | 2024 | Optimization of Coating Thickness Parameters and Prediction of Optimal Range in the Cold Spray Process | Rotan Kumar Saha , Md. Tareque Hasan , Safayet Hossain, Md. Nazmul Hasan , Tuhin Hosen, Md. Shabaz Abir Kazi, Md. Rahat Bhuiyan | 7th IEOM Bangladesh International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Operations Management |
| 3 | 2024 | Analyzing Ergonomic Factors Influencing Productivity in Bangladeshi Garment Industry Using Fuzzy ANP Method | Rotan Kumar Saha, Md. Mamun, Safayet Hossain, Md. Tareque Hasan, Sujoy kundu, Tuhin Hosen, Md. Nazmul Hasan | 7th IEOM Bangladesh International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Operations Management |
| 4 | 2023 | Reduction of Changeover Time by Using the SMED Technique with the Assistance of Lean Manufacturing Tools in a Plastic Company | Rotan Kumar Saha, Md. Minhaj Uddin, Md. Mustafizur Rahman, Md. Tutul Islam, Md. Mukshitul Mumin | 6th Industrial Engineering and Operations Management Bangladesh Conference |
| 5 | 2023 | Investigation of the Effect of Cutting Parameters on Surface Roughness in Dry Turning of Hardened Steel Using the Taguchi Method | Rotan Kumar Saha, Md. Touhiduzzaman, Golap Hossain, Md. Mustafizur Rahman, Narayan Chandra Ray, Md Shazzad Hossain, Md. Tutul Islam, Md Atikur Rahman, Mohammad Sohel | 6th Industrial Engineering and Operations Management Bangladesh Conference |
| 6 | 2022 | Lean Tools and Techniques for Improving Production Performance and Waste Reduction in A Plastic Company: A Case Study | Rotan Kumar Saha, Faisal Mahmud | 5th International Conference on Industrial & Mechanical Engineering and Operations Management (IMEOM 2022) |
| 7 | 2022 | Identification of Hazardous Substance on Air in Different Industrial Sites by Using IoT Based Air Quality Monitoring System | Rotan Kumar Saha, Md Sohel Rana, Md Shazzad Hossain | 5th International Conference on Industrial & Mechanical Engineering and Operations Management (IMEOM 2022) |
Honors and Awards:
| # | Title | Event | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Academic Excellence Awards-2025 | Outstanding contributions to academic research, demonstrated through publication in Q1-indexed journal from January 2025 to June 2025. | 2025 |
| 2 | University Gold Medal (Nominated) | For securing highest CGPA in B.Sc. Engineering Program in the Department of Industrial and Production Engineering of DUET, Gazipur | 2021 |
| 3 | Dean's Award | Secured honors grade in consecutive semesters in an academic year in B.Sc. engineering program at Dhaka University of Engineering & Technology, Gazipur | 2019 |
| 4 | Dean’s Award | Secured honors grade in consecutive semesters in an academic year in B.Sc. engineering program at Dhaka University of Engineering & Technology, Gazipur | 2018 |
Guided Ph. D./ M.Sc. / M.Engg. Students:
| # | Programme | Awarded Students | Running Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | B.Sc. | 5 | 3 |
List of Conferences, Short-term Course etc. Organized or Participated):
| # | Event | Organizer | Role | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 7th IEOM Bangladesh International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Operations Management | IEOM Society International | Researcher | 2024 |
| 2 | 2nd International Conference on Mechanical, Manufacturing and Process Engineering (ICMMPE - 2024) | Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, DUET, Gazipur, Bangladesh. | Participant | 2024 |
| 3 | 7th International Conference on Mechanical Engineering and Renewable Energy (ICMERE 2023) | Department of Mechanical Engineering , CUET | Researcher | 2023 |
| 4 | 6th Industrial Engineering and Operations Management Bangladesh Conference | IEOM Society International | Researcher | 2023 |
| 5 | Short Course on "3D Printing Using Reverse Engineering Technique" | Department of Mechanical and Production Engineering (MPE), IUT, | Participant | 2023 |
| 6 | International Conference on Sustainable Engineering Development (ICSED - 2023) | DUET, Gazipur, Bangladesh | Participant | 2023 |
| 7 | International Conference on Mechanical, Manufacturing and Process Engineering (ICMMPE - 2022) | Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, DUET, Gazipur, Bangladesh. | Participant | 2022 |
| 8 | 5th International Conference on Industrial & Mechanical Engineering and Operations Management (IMEOM 2022) | IEOM Society International | Researcher | 2022 |
Course Conducted:
| # | Programme | Course No | Course Title | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | B.Sc. | IPE-3709 | Computer Integrated Manufacturing | 2023-2025 |
| 2 | B.Sc. | IPE-2703 | Manufacturing Processes-I | 2023-2025 |
| 3 | B.Sc. | IPE-2704 | Manufacturing Processes-I Sessional | 2023-2025 |
| 4 | B.Sc. | IPE-4713 | Marketing Management | 2024-2025 |
| 5 | B.Sc. | IPE-4701 | Ergonomics and Safety Engineering | 2023-2025 |
| 6 | B.Sc. | IPE-3718 | Product Design and Development Sessional | 2024-2025 |
| 7 | B.Sc. | IPE-2701 | Engineering Materials and Processing | 2022-2025 |
| 8 | B.Sc. | IPE-3711 | Material Handling | 2023-2024 |
| 9 | B.Sc. | IPE-3712 | Material Handling Sessional | 2023-2024 |
| 10 | B.Sc. | IPE-4703 | Machine Tools and Tool Engineering | 2023-2025 |
| 11 | B.Sc. | IPE-4704 | Machine Tools and Tool Engineering Sessional | 2023-2025 |
| 12 | B.Sc. | IPE-1740 | Engineering Drawing-II | 2023-2024 |
| 13 | B.Sc. | IPE-2702 | Engineering Materials and Processing Sessional | 2022-2024 |
| 14 | B.Sc. | IPE-3702 | Manufacturing Process-II Sessional | 2022 |
| 15 | B.Sc. | IPE-2706 | Professional Ethics in Engineering | 2022 |