Pragna Patel Email & Phone Number

Dearborn, Mi, Us

Responsibilities included: Responsible for design, development and release of the Jeep Commander and Grand Cherokee Body, Underbody, Door, and Liftgate wiring harnesses.Processed Change Notices to implement new features, or modify existing harness designs to resolve build issues; updated EBOM (Electronic Bill of Materials) for part number changes, updated Harness complexity charts based on features, worked with designers to update the… Show more Responsibilities included: Responsible for design, development and release of the Jeep Commander and Grand Cherokee Body, Underbody, Door, and Liftgate wiring harnesses.Processed Change Notices to implement new features, or modify existing harness designs to resolve build issues; updated EBOM (Electronic Bill of Materials) for part number changes, updated Harness complexity charts based on features, worked with designers to update the harness CATIA design models.Worked closely with component engineers to update Device Transmittal Database, which involved device and connector association, circuit optioning based on complexity chart and exporting DEF files to supplier for wiring value-add.Supported various phases of build at assembly plants; work with plant engineering and manufacturing teams to determine root cause and resolve build issues.Updated vehicle assembly process sheets with instructions and visual aids.Resolved packaging issues and trialed mock-up parts for engineering evaluation; conducted PER (Product Evaluation Run) at the assembly plant to forecast potential issues related to Form/Fit/Function/Ergonomics.Marked-up engineering design form boards to reflect design changes.Implemented wiring-related MCM (Material Cost Management) ideas. Show less

Responsibilities included:Design and development of Manual Quick Start System for European market, including preparing DFMEA and algorithm design documentation, and testing of fuel economy and emissions impacts.Worked closely with software team to integrate modular software components.Achieved reduction in vehicle HC emissions by implementing new control strategy/software.

Responsibilities included:Developing, implementing, and troubleshooting electronic components/subsystems, including DRL (Daytime Running Lamps) and Overhead Console.Worked with suppliers and cross-platform teams to achieve performance, quality, cost, and reliability targets.Supported various phases of product development. Resolved package and wiring issues during Pilot and Launch builds.

Master Of Science, Electrical And Computer Engineering

Bachelor Of Engineering, Electronics