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Arun Kumar P M

Arun Kumar P M

Bangalore

Summary

Electrical and Electronics Engineer with 5+ years of experience in BMS, Battery, PCB's, IoT product Testing & validation, hardware validation and debugging. Skilled in developing efficient test cases and route card formats to ensure thorough product validation. Expertise in root cause analysis (RCA) for improving product manufacturing and enhancing customer satisfaction. Committed to innovation and delivering reliable solutions within hardware development cycles.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Hardware Testing Engineer (DVP)

Exponent Energy Pvt Ltd
09.2024 - Current

Key Achievements:

  • Led validation and testing of Battery, Battery Management System (BMS) and HV & LV Contactor's to ensure performance and reliability.
  • Experienced in Battery testing and life cycle validation to ensure performance, durability, and reliability
  • Developed test rigs for both in-house and external lab testing, optimizing validation processes.
  • Conducted component-level validation, ensuring functional reliability and compliance with specifications.
  • Created test cases and route card formats to improve validation efficiency and streamline testing workflows.
  • Performed Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to enhance manufacturing quality and improve customer satisfaction.
  • Hands-on experience in operating Electronic loads, Environmental chambers, Power supplies, DAQ, DSO, DMM for accurate testing and validation.
  • Basic proficiency in Python for code reading and analysis.
  • Successfully completed the HV ES Safety Training Program conducted by TUV, ensuring compliance with high-voltage safety standards.
  • Recreated critical bugs and identified root causes, improving product quality and performance.
  • Validated LV and HV products within project timelines, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with quality standards

Hardware Support Engineer I

Wolkus Technology Solutions Pvt Ltd
08.2021 - 08.2024

Key Achievements:

  • Performed Design Validation Testing (DVT) and Production Validation Testing (PVT) in compliance with Manufacturing Regulations to ensure product reliability and performance.
  • Conducted Verification & Validation (V&V) of test solutions, ensuring functionality, accuracy, and compliance with industry standards.
  • Proficient in using STM32CubeProgrammer, Arduino, and Tera Term for embedded system testing and debugging.
  • Developed comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts for both manual and automated testing, enhancing test coverage and efficiency.
  • Utilized Digital Multimeters (DMM) and Digital Storage Oscilloscopes (DSO) for precise measurements, failure analysis, and root cause identification, effectively addressing product manufacturing and customer-end issues.
  • Recognized for delivering the Best Quality Output in validation and testing, ensuring defect-free products.
  • Awarded for Smart Work in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) & Testing, significantly improving efficiency and issue resolution time

Assistant Engineer (Testing)

Smile Electronics Limited
02.2021 - 08.2021
  • Conducted ICT (In-Circuit Test) and FPT (Functional Programming Test) to validate PCB functionality and performance.
  • Performed Testing of Assembled PCBs, including Power ON checks, Component Population visual checks, Functional checks, and In-circuit checks to ensure compliance with design specifications.
  • Carried out Manual and Visual Inspection of PCB boards to detect and rectify defects before deployment.
  • Prepared First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR) and Process Audit Checklist Reports, ensuring adherence to quality standards and manufacturing protocols.

Key Achievements:

  • Achieved zero rework on tested PCBs by maintaining high-quality testing standards.
  • Consistently completed testing within the timeline, improving process efficiency and reducing delays.

Graduate Apprenticeship Trainee ( QA & Design)

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited
06.2019 - 10.2020
  • Daily Inspection on Electrical/ Avionics/ AFCS System before flight.
  • Involving in New System Commissioning.
  • Conducting Verification and Validation of continuity, megger, Functional checks of New System.
  • Software testing of V/UHF system in System Integration Lab.
  • Integration & testing of Avionics system (TCAS, ADELT, V/UHF data modem).

Education

Electrical and Electronics Engineering -

Mahendra Engineering College
05-2017

Skills

  • Product Testing & Validation:
  • BMS, Battery, LV & HV Product, IoT Product and PCBA Testing and Validation
  • Verification & Development:
  • DVP&R, New Product Development (NPD), Verification & Validation (V&V)
  • Failure Analysis & Automation:
  • DFMEA, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Test Automation Development

Certification

  • Mastering Advanced Battery Management System for Electric Vehicles - Udemy
  • Hardware In the Loop - Udemy
  • HV ES Safety Training Program - TUV

Awards

Spot Light Award (Monthly), For the Best Quality Output and Smart work on Testing skills.

Timeline

Hardware Testing Engineer (DVP)

Exponent Energy Pvt Ltd
09.2024 - Current

Hardware Support Engineer I

Wolkus Technology Solutions Pvt Ltd
08.2021 - 08.2024

Assistant Engineer (Testing)

Smile Electronics Limited
02.2021 - 08.2021

Graduate Apprenticeship Trainee ( QA & Design)

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited
06.2019 - 10.2020

Electrical and Electronics Engineering -

Mahendra Engineering College
Arun Kumar P M