● Research and analyze full vehicles, systems, and components to support benchmarking activities related to BCI and EE systems of competitive vehicles● Develop and maintain knowledge repositories of competitor strategies for value optimization, weight reduction, electrification, automation, and standardization opportunities● Provide specific analysis of competitors; solutions to drive new design solutions in support of future product development and identify emerging trends in competitors; development strategies● Active participation with the global benchmarking Technical Unit to propose new activities, provide the status of ongoing projects, and share knowledge across all global regions● Organize and support global exhibitions on competitor vehicles to share and promote competitor strategies● Worked extensively on competitor vehicles’ autonomous driving (ADAS) and low voltage (LV) systems; focused primarily on BEVs

• Designed and developed new products and prototypes for customers from concept generation to mass production launch, generating new business opportunities • Conducted engineering calculations and evaluations for conceptual design via MS Excel and MATLAB• Collaborated with CAE Team, developed 3D and 2D math data, and correlated FEA and CFD results with the collected test data to provide improvements and recommendations• Supported other departments through development phases – purchasing with supplier sourcing, systems engineering with program launch, manufacturing with validating process and quality with root-cause analysis• Created and maintained annual project budgets and coordinated departmental resources among the various teams• Promoted and practiced DFSS Methodologies (DMAIC, ANOVA, DOE, ADM, and HOQ) during product development life cycle• Coordinated, prepared, and reviewed engineering documents (DVP&R, DRBFM, BOM, and DFMEA)• Worked on next-generation pneumatic SMA valve modules, integrated pump and solenoid valve systems for massage application and seat release latch actuators for automotive seats

• Supported R&D in the design and prototype development of Latch Release Systems in automotive seats• Developed appropriate product specifications and test procedures to validate products• Tested and certified products and sub-components based on Automotive Industry Standards and Procedures• Conducted in-depth root-case analysis on various failure modes• Initiated a study to understand the robustness and boundary performance of a class of products based on Taguchi Method (Robust Design Method)• Practised DOE for design validation (DV)• Completed tolerance stack-ups to approve supplier deviations and customer requests• Reviewed and verified CAD changes, engineering drawings and specifications• Identified improvements in company processes by practicing Kaizen philosophy; assisted in implementation of suggested changes • Drafted and updated DFMEAs and DVP&Rs• Prepared and maintained BOMs • Processed and analysed test data by using Microsoft Excel and ArtimeS Suite; completed statistical studies to identify trends using Minitab 17

Project Captain for SAE Supermileage 2016; managed and supervised a team of 14 students to meet project objectives and goals Ranked overall 16th out of 40 registered teams in the SAE Supermileage competition held at Eaton Proving Grounds, Marshall, MichiganPrepared expense budget forecast by developing cost estimates for the raw materials, vehicle components, wastage, and competition expendituresDesigned and developed the chassis, the firewall, and the front canopy for the vehicleConducted thorough testing to ensure driver safety and vehicle compliance to the rules and regulations set by the SAE standards; including extensive FEA, roll-hoop test, brake test, tilt table test, seatbelt safety test, and egress test

• Provided through support and problem resolution for customers • Documented complications and problems for good book keeping• Demonstrated outstanding analytical, problem solving, and troubleshooting abilities• Maintained composure, patience and displayed good interpersonal skills in face of difficult customer situations• Built and maintained successful relationships with service providers, dealers, and costumers• Researched issues on various computer and network systems to resolve complaints, answer inquires, and outline solutions• Consistently maintained monthly metrics, including call durations, number of calls per shift, and customer satisfaction ratings

• Tested and analyzed gearboxes for the ElectroMechanical Active Roll System (emARS) project• Designed and developed MATLAB scripts to analyze raw test data; analyzed and processed the test data to identify the trends associated with the efficiency of a gearbox • Reduced time taken to test each specimen by 20% by reducing endurance run intervals by 50%• Increased the number of data points by 100%, increasing test data quality and achieving more accurate trends and results• Improved the test rig assembly by strategically placing acoustic foam panels to isolate vibrations generated by the engines of the test rig for better acoustic test data• Performed diagnostics, root cause analysis and developed solutions for the test rig associated with the project; compiled test incidents reports• Wrote detailed technical reports and presented the results to the project lead and other senior members• Responsible for the test rig and all the test specimens; cataloging, testing, analyzing, and writing reports for each specimen• Improved the test rig assembly and developed new testing methods using lean principles• Assisted skilled technicians with power tools in the manufacturing of test rig components• Developed and conducted test rig tutorial presentations in the workplace • Conducted technical engineering presentations in English and German

• Proctored examinations for the Faculty of Nursing • Assisted in seat allocation and handling queries efficiently