Solidworks Electrical
AMIT R KULKARNI
Senior Hardware Engineer
Summary
Experienced Hardware Engineer specializing in electrical design, RF systems, and automation. Skilled in ATE, SCADA, DCS, PLC, and system integration, with successful projects for DRDO, ABB, and Indian Oil. Proficient in SolidWorks Electrical, AutoCAD, AWR RF Simulation, and industrial communication protocols. Strong problem-solving and leadership skills, committed to delivering innovative hardware solutions.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
6043
6043
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Senior Hardware Engineer
Safran Data Systems
01.2021 - Current
- Designed, integrated, tested, and documented Automatic Test Equipment (ATE) for various applications.
- Designed RF switch matrices tailored to application requirements.
- Developed Up-Down Converter and SAR Interface Test Unit for signal processing and communication systems.
- Selected electrical & electronic OEM components for power distribution, I/O controllers, RF communication, sensors, cables, and circuit breakers, preparing the Bill of Materials (BOM).
- Collaborated with customers to gather technical inputs and ensure project requirements were met.
- Conducted Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) to validate system performance.
- Created schematics for NI cards, AC/DC power distribution, RF signals, digital I/Os, and multiple communication protocols (LVDS, LVTTL, RS232, RS485/422, MIL-1553B, ARINC 429, Ethernet, USB, and system interlocks).
Hardware Design Engineer
ABB INDIA LTD
11.2018 - 12.2020
- Designed electrical hardware for SCADA, Distributed Control System (DCS), Emergency Shutdown System (ESD), Fire & Gas System, and PLC systems.
- Developed hardware solutions for industries including Power Plants, Oil & Gas, Data Centers, Pharmaceuticals, Chemical, and Metal industries.
- Conducted technical discussions with customers and performed site surveys to gather essential project inputs.
- Identified and selected enclosures, power supplies, IT hardware, network components, UPS, cables, barriers, isolators, and relays, preparing the Bill of Materials (BOM) and RFQs.
- Performed Bit-Byte calculations, power distribution calculations, UPS load assessments, and heat load evaluations to optimize system performance.
Intern
MOOG INDIA TECHNOLOGY CENTRE PVT LTD
12.2017 - 11.2018
- Designed Electronic Test Consoles for actuator testing.
- Created electrical schematics for test consoles, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Identified suitable materials based on design requirements, prepared the Bill of Materials (BOM), and managed document releases through Engineering Change Notices (ECN).
- Conducted end-to-end testing of Electronic Test Consoles post-assembly to ensure functionality.
- Collaborated with the integration team to incorporate sensors such as load cells, torque sensors, encoders, flow meters, temperature sensors, potentiometers, and pressure transducers.
- Designed and implemented power and signal cable harnessing for optimized connectivity and performance.
Education
Bachelor in Engineering - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
K.L.E.Institute of Technology
Hubli, IndiaDiploma - Electrical & Electronics
K.L.E.C.I.M. Polytechnic
Hubli, IndiaSSLC -
B.M.E.M.High School
Dharwad, IndiaSkills
Hardware development
Circuit design
Electrical testing
System engineering
RF Design
CAD software
Project planning
Power distribution techniques
BOM
Hardware Integration
Accomplishments
- Developed an ATE system for the ISR project at CABS, DRDO, including RF switch matrix, Up-Down Converter, and SAR Test Interface Unit.
- Designed Mobile RF Measurement Pod (MRMP) for the AWE&CS project at CABS, DRDO.
- Developed an ATE system for LRU testing of the AWE&CS ESM system at CABS, DRDO.
- Successfully executed the Revamp ESD system project for Indian Oil, overseeing engineering, panel design, installation, supervision, and field loop checks.
- Designed an Electronic Test Console for testing Gear Rotary Actuators (GRA) of a complete aircraft wing, participating in installation, commissioning, and system integration.
- Completed an internship at South Western Railway Carriage Repair Workshop, Hubli (01/18/16 – 01/23/16), gaining hands-on experience in organizational operations and fieldwork.
Personal Information
- Father's Name: Ramesh H Kulkarni
- Mother's Name: Nanda R Kulkarni
- Date of Birth: 07/16/95
Software
AutoCad
AWR RF Simulation
Visio
Timeline
Senior Hardware Engineer
Safran Data Systems
01.2021 - Current
Hardware Design Engineer
ABB INDIA LTD
11.2018 - 12.2020
Intern
MOOG INDIA TECHNOLOGY CENTRE PVT LTD
12.2017 - 11.2018
Bachelor in Engineering - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
K.L.E.Institute of Technology
Diploma - Electrical & Electronics
K.L.E.C.I.M. Polytechnic
SSLC -
B.M.E.M.High School
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