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ATHIRAMKUMAR A

MADURAI

Summary

ISTQB-certified Automotive Software Test Engineer with 3 years of experience in Verification & Validation (V&V) of Engine Control Modules (ECM) and Inverter Control Modules in hybrid and electric vehicles. Specialized in Software Integration Testing, Software Qualification Testing, and automated test execution using tools such as CANoe, CAPL, ECU-Test, and NI VeriStand.

Experienced in developing Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) test environments using NI PXI/cRIO/cDAQ, OPAL-RT, and Typhoon HIL platforms. Proficient in CAN, XCP, UDS diagnostics, and bootloader validation. Skilled in GLIWA T1 for CPU load analysis, along with Trace32, ETAS INCA, CANape, and other industry-standard debugging tools.

Strong understanding of AUTOSAR architecture, system-level testing, and compliance with automotive safety and process standards like ISO 26262 and ASPICE. Successfully delivered projects to leading OEMs including Audi, Volvo, Harley Davidson and BMW (POC Platform). Certified to operate in high-voltage lab environments with a focus on quality, safety, and timely delivery.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Automotive Software Test Engineer

Borgwarner
09.2022 - Current

Clients: Audi, Volvo, Harley Davidson, DTCM, BMW (POC Platform Project)
Certifications: ISTQB Certified, High Voltage Lab Certified
Tools & Technologies: CANoe, CANalyzer, CAPL, ECU-Test, NI VeriStand, Trace32, ETAS INCA, CANape, Diagra, GLIWA T1, XCP, UDS, CAN, NI cRIO/PXI/cDAQ, OPAL-RT, TYPHOON HIL, AUTOSAR , NI Teststand

Key Responsibilities:
  • Performed Software Integration Testing and Software Qualification Testing for Engine Control Modules (ECM) and Inverter Control Modules, ensuring functional correctness and compliance with automotive standards.
  • Built and maintained project-specific HIL simulators using NI platforms (cRIO, PXI, cDAQ), OPAL-RT, and Typhoon HIL for dynamic real-time ECU testing.
  • Developed automated test scripts using CAPL, ECU-Test, and NI VeriStand, reducing manual testing efforts and improving coverage.
  • Conducted High Voltage Dyno testing to validate powertrain performance under real operating conditions.
  • Validated Bootloader functionality, Sensor diagnostics, and UDS services for ECU firmware and diagnostics layers.
  • Utilized Trace32, ETAS INCA, CANape, CANoe, Diagra, and CANalyzer for ECU debugging, trace analysis, and calibration.
  • Delivered consistent on-time software deliveries to global OEM clients including Audi, Volvo, Harley Davidson, DTCM, and BMW.
  • Conducted XCP over CAN and XCP over Ethernet testing for calibration and data acquisition workflows.
  • Used GLIWA T1 for CPU load analysis and real-time performance measurement of safety-critical software components.
  • Applied strong understanding of AUTOSAR architecture and system-level design in inverter control validation projects.
  • Worked in compliance with ISO 26262 (functional safety) and ASPICE (process standard) requirements across all project phases.


Education

Master of Technology - Automotive Electronics

Vellore Insitute of Technology
Vellore, India
04-2023

Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical, Electronics Enineering

M Kumarasamy College of Engineering
Karur, India
04-2021

Skills

  • Software Integration Testing (SIT)
  • Software Qualification Testing (SQT)
  • System Testing / System Integration
  • Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) Testing
  • Regression & Functional Testing
  • Bootloader & Flash Validation
  • Fault Injection & Sensor Diagnostics

Certification

  • ISTQB Certified Software Tester
  • High Voltage Lab Trained Certified Engineer

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Tamil
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Timeline

Automotive Software Test Engineer

Borgwarner
09.2022 - Current

Master of Technology - Automotive Electronics

Vellore Insitute of Technology

Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical, Electronics Enineering

M Kumarasamy College of Engineering
ATHIRAMKUMAR A