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Balamurugan B

Chennai

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Engineer

Mahindra and Mahindra
Chengalpattu
08.2022 - Current
  • Currently, I am working on the 48V architecture of Mahindra cars.
  • Handling the complete LV architecture of Mahindra BEVs and ICE vehicles to optimize the wire sizing and length.
  • Currently delivering for the development and integration of Smart E-Fuses in Mahindra electric vehicles to pave the way for complete software-defined vehicles.
  • Directed engineering projects BE6 and XeV9E to optimize vehicle design and production processes for HV architecture.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to maintain project alignment and enhance operational efficiency.
  • Mentored junior engineers on technical skills and best practices in engineering design for various HV components in EV and hybrid vehicles of M&M.
  • Analyzed engineering data to identify areas for process improvement and optimization.
  • Developed technical documentation detailing design specifications and project requirements.
  • Resolved complex technical issues through troubleshooting techniques and root cause analysis.
  • Managed cross-functional teams responsible for developing innovative solutions.
  • Assessed risks associated with proposed changes or modifications to existing systems.
  • Extensive working experience on components such as OBC, DCDC converter, BMS, MCU, cabin heater, and battery heater.
  • Handled the design of components such as a 12V to 48V converter, a 12V to 230V inverter, a solar converter for battery charging, an IBS sensor, and a V2L converter for Mahindra BEVs.
  • HIL testing of EPT components, such as BMS, MCU, and OBC+DCDC.
  • Software delivery and testcase execution for OBC + DCDC in the vehicle, as well as the bench setup.
  • Delivered FuSa, EMI/EMC, and HV lab testing for OBC + DCDC at the vehicle level, and coordinated for various vehicle certifications in GARC as well as ARAI.
  • IMCR and WCR for various vehicle components in Mahindra vehicles were done with the help of localization of components.
  • Successfully coordinated for the development and installation of 7.2 kW/11 kW Mahindra wall-box chargers in India.
  • Worked in Nepal and Bhutan for IO market testing of BEVs.
  • Handled FMEA, DFMEA, DVP, Environmental DVP, FTA, FTR, validation testing, and clearance report for OBC+ DCDC in BEVs, as well as PHEVs.

Education

Master of Engineering - Power Electronics And Drives

College of Engineering, Anna University
Guindy
06-2022

Skills

  • LV and HV Architecture
  • Technical support
  • Product development
  • Hardware and software testing
  • System design
  • Continuous delivery
  • Renewable energy
  • Schematic reading
  • Analytical problem solving
  • Failure analysis
  • Data analysis

Affiliations

  • Technical presentation for freshers to help in their career growth
  • Actively involved in Sports club of M&M

Accomplishments

  • Has received the quarterly excellence award twice in M&M
  • Has received three excellence awards for resolving complex situations

Certification

  • Has received outperformance from the Department Head for FY 2024-25 delivery

Languages

Tamil
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Intermediate (B1)
B1

Timeline

Lead Engineer

Mahindra and Mahindra
08.2022 - Current

Master of Engineering - Power Electronics And Drives

College of Engineering, Anna University
Balamurugan B