Vikram Krishnan Email & Phone Number

Ann Arbor, MI, US

Novi, Michigan, US

Lead systems engineer and project owner for a thermal management program for battery electric vehicles. The program combines actuation and fluid control with sensing and diagnosticsResponsible for the technical specification and validation of requirements, test plans, system architectures, FMEAs and FTAsOwner of project timelines and the delegation of.

Detroit, Michigan, US

Developed control strategies, modeled systems, and defined performance, energy and emissions targets for future ICE, 48V hybrid, and BEV programs. Utilized Simulink, AMEsim, and other proprietary tools to do so.Collaborated with calibration and system engineers to correlate BEV and Hybrid vehicle system models to in-vehicle performance, utilizing ETAS INCA.

Freelance CAD engineer for a local client in the consumer appliances space

Atlanta, Georgia, US

Grader for ME 4011, IC Engines at Georgia Tech. Worked for Dr. Catherine Genzale.

Detroit, Michigan, US

• Designed an experiment to study 3D-printed parts used to meet a specific race class's homologation requirements for a production vehicle. Performed bench and in-vehicle testing to quantify performance, durability, and.
• Analyzed and manipulated off-road engineering development vehicle test data to produce scaled suspension load estimates instrumental to CAE and component development in future programs. Specific applications include.
• Collaborated with, presented-to, and often led meetings with engineers and leadership on a weekly basis.
• Produced detailed math models for a Chevrolet Performance Parts suspension device. Characterized data collected during dynamic and quasi-static component testing to model suspension dynamics in CAE (Adams) for future.

Detroit, Michigan, US

• Helped design, build, and calibrate a test rig to measure flow and pressure losses through a race program's heat exchangers
• Used Excel VBA and Microsoft SharePoint Developer to develop and implement a problem tracking and quality alert system tailored to the organization’s needs
• Created a test plan for, performed dynamometer testing on, and evaluated through FMEA Chevrolet Performance Parts crate engines to determine how improper lubrication could cause in-field failures

Detroit, Michigan, US

• Engine Calibration Engineer for the 2.0 liter turbocharged gas engine (LTG). Used in Camaro, ATS, CTS, CT6 gas engine, CT6 Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV)
• Developed a closed-loop fuel controls solution for a reoccurring issue
• Utilized proprietary tools such as ETAS INCA & Measure Data Analyzer (in-vehicle testing, on-the-fly calibration changes, data collection/analytics), Control-Tec (remote vehicle Telematics, Big-Data, Trend Analysis).
• Presented findings to algorithm, hardware, and calibration specialists
• Reduced a turbocharger compressor speed algorithm’s error by >15% by re-evaluating portions of its Simulink control model and comparing findings against supplier and dynamometer data. Validated with in-vehicle testing.
• Assisted with hot-weather and high-altitude Calibration testing in California and Southwestern United States for future North American and Chinese Market vehicle programs

Detroit, Michigan, US

• Developed system to improve the recording efficiency and quality of data recorded in ControlTec Vehicle telematics systems by prioritizing the use of CAN bus signals
• Performed cold start testing procedures for the LE2 (1.4l turbo) Chevrolet Cruze in order to validate engine startability and mitigate spark plug fouling
• Performed data acquisition and analysis on future LTG (2.0l turbo) vehicles in order to validate emissions compliance
• First intern/co-op on the GM performance driving team (front row third right)

Lead instructor for day camps for 4-10 year olds designed to help them learn concepts and complete projects with Legos, science experiments, and group activities. I worked closely with the program directors and teachers to foster a fun, rewarding, and positive learning environment.

Assistant for day camps for 4-10 year olds designed to help them learn concepts and complete projects with Legos, science experiments, and group activities.

Bachelor’S Degree, Mechanical Engineering

High School, General Studies

High School, General Studies

Certificate Of Completion, Aerospace, Aeronautical And Astronautical/Space Engineering