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Austin, Texas, Us

• Leading a cross-functional team of technicians and engineers to deliver tailored instrumentation solutions for various Tesla products.• Offering technical expertise and strategic prioritization guidance throughout the product validation process, overseeing the assessment of components to intricate systems.• Proactively identifying cutting-edge sensor technologies and cultivating strategic partnerships with new vendors to enhance product capabilities.

Austin, Texas, Us

• Providing instrumentation support for all Tesla product branches: All new Tesla vehicles in development (Model S, 3, X, Y, Cybertruck, and Semi), Tesla supercharger, solar roof, and energy storage solutions.• Identifying and developing unique sensor technologies for various test requirements: Dynamic Thermal IR Imaging, Clamp Force Fastners, Remote Data Acquisition, FBG/FSI strain gaging etc.• Utilizing high-speed imaging for Aramis GOM-based Digital Image Correlation (DIC) for displacement and strain visualization.• Utilizing DEWEsoft modular systems for the data collection on proving ground RLDA projects.• Developing automated processes for post-test data cleanup and validation for durability road profile design.• Test planning support interactions on a regular basis with multiple Testing and Product teams through JIRA and Confluence.

Troy, Michigan, Us

• Led a cross-functional team of product engineers to develop DFMEA and DVP documentation for Meritor Electric Vehicle portfolio.• Developed a custom innovative process to cross-refer multiple subsystem failure modes and their subsequent tracking throughout product validation.

Troy, Michigan, Us

• Planned and coordinated laboratory and proving ground projects on heavy vehicle drivetrain components.• Provided technical leadership in setting up testing equipment including Somat eDAQ Data Acquisition, CAN bus, wire harness, and custom transducers including strain gage, thermocouple, load cell, wheel force, etc. • Applied Drive Axle, Powertrain, and Brake system knowledge to resolve DV, PV, and customer warranty issues.• Performed NVH Dyno test correlation with a primary focus on Gear Mesh Frequency (GMF) noise quality improvement per international regulations.• Coordinated long-term tandem axle development project with European counterparts to upgrade the company’s product portfolio by validating new gear design manufacturing methods.• Upgraded NVH Instrumentation to Siemens LMS Testlab and SCADAS by replacing previous Bruel & Kjaer Labshop to optimize test lead time by 40%.• Played a vital role in developing noise characteristics modifications on Meritor's novel e-powertrain: eAxle.• Integral part of Meritor’s M2022 3-year project horizon platform, developing new testing methods.• Identified and established Digital Image Correlation (DIC) testing methods for the Product Validation group, utilizing 3-dimensional high-speed optical data collection, evaluation, and correlation to physical strain gage.• Led a cross-functional team of engineers and technicians to reverse engineer GVW for European regulations.

Detroit, Mi, Us

• Performed physical crash tests of Frontal Bumper Crush Can (FBCC) assembly using sled impact method.• Tested more than 50 bumpers using FMVSS component-level crash safety standards in six different modes.• Utilized Accelerometers, Load Cells, Displacement Gages, and High-Speed Cameras to collect test data.• Data Analysis to provide valuable insight into crash testing modes and material deformation characteristics.• Worked in a multifunctional group of researchers from Ford, General Motors, FCA group, ESI Technologies, and DOW Chemicals to share the test data and develop material validation plan.• Summarized and reported test findings to the United States Department of Energy-funded USCAR consortium.• Authored multiple technical papers in international conferences (ASME-IMECE, SPE-ACCE) and the journal (Journal of Dynamic Materials, Springer).

Pune, Maharashtra, In

• Working in the NVH department, tested automotive vibration dampening polymers, rubbers, and adhesives using the Oberst bar method.• Modified and developed the transducer fixtures as per experimentation specifications using CATIA 3D Modeling and Bill of Material Management for cost reduction.• Applied knowledge of manufacturing processes like stamping, welding, and machining to help manufacture the fixtures.• Analyzed vibration wave pattern and root cause using ANSYS FEA tools.• FRF (Frequency Response Function), Natural modes, and Acoustic Analysis were considered during Oberst bar testing to build a comparative study of the damping materials.

Master Of Science - Ms, Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor Of Engineering - Be, Mechanical Engineering