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BALAVINAYAGAM

Tiruvannamalai

Summary

Results-driven Test Development Engineer with extensive experience at Ford Motors Pvt Ltd in electrical systems validation and diagnostics enhancement. Demonstrated leadership in cross-functional team collaboration, driving innovation and product excellence. Recognized for a strong problem-solving ability and a commitment to continuous learning. Seeking to leverage expertise to contribute to advanced automotive technologies.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Vehicle Diagnostics Engineer(EOL)

FORD MOTORS PVT LTD
01.2017 - Current
  • Developed test systems based on vehicle feature requirements.
  • Coordinate with international teams on FMEAs for product testing.
  • Drive the issues in launch meetings with cross-functional teams on a daily basis, and circulate results to program management.
  • Providing technical support during the program launch and reporting out testing.
  • Drive the vehicle diagnostics, electrical health check, vehicle modules' software configuration, and calibration at various stages of development.
  • Creating the test sequence in VAT and Grade-X/eCATS based on the software architecture of the vehicle.
  • Analyzing the vehicle failure through DET, CAN trace, LINK traffic, and diagnosing with D&R engineer.
  • Review the module D&R requirements in the PMR, and develop the test sequence as per Part-2 Spec.
  • Simulate the test sequence using the test bench, and lead the VOME for the process requirements of the vehicle.
  • Work to develop and implement quality measures, like connector mapping, control plan, SCAFF, and SW Pedigree.

Validation Engineer

Mahindra Research Valley
chennai, Tamilnadu
03.2015 - 03.2017
  • Validation of complete vehicle E&E Systems (LCV, Passenger & MUV)
  • Preparation of new test standards with respect to RWUP condition and field failure simulation
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams for identification and resolution of validation issues.
  • Proposed development and testing improvements to positively impact usability, function and performance.
  • Analyzed pre-release software titles for compliance with User Requirement Specifications.
  • Documented entire validation process, signoff for product release

Test Engineer

Bosch Automotive
Chennai, Tamilnadu
03.2011 - 03.2015

New program RFQ study and feedback to programs team

  • Conducted technical evaluations of new program requirements and specification to develop DV / PV test plan
  • Developed and implemented procedures to verify compliance with engineering standards.
  • Conducting tests like performance verification, Climatic endurance test, Salt spray test, Durability
    cycle test, Thermal cycle test, Water spray test as per customer specification
  • Led engineering teams to successfully complete projects on time and within budget.
  • Created detailed test reports for engineering signoff
  • Collaborated with other departments to facilitate successful project completion.
  • Worked for Customers programs - Ford, Hyundai, VW, Renault Nissan, Maruti Suzuki & Tata Motors

Engineer Trainee

C.P Group
Chennai, Tamilnadu
10.2005 - 08.2007
  • Handling electrical Preventive Maintenance in HV and LV systems
  • Electrical production maintenance for shift operation
  • Incharge of final packaging line calibration & maintenance
  • Lead new automation line implementation

Education

B.E - Electrical & Electronics

Dr. S.K.P Engineering college
01.2010

Diploma - Electrical & Electronics

Kumaran Polytechnic College
01.2005

S.S.L.C -

Periyar Matriculation Higher Secondary School
Chennai
01.2002

Skills

  • Test Development Expertise
  • Failure Mode Avoidance
  • Six Sigma Green Belt
  • ISO 14229
  • Electrical systems validation
  • Functional Testing
  • FMEA
  • Handling Diagnostic Tools
  • Test setup creation
  • Problem solving
  • Learning attitude

Previous Experience

  • MAHINDRA RESEARCH VALLEY, 03/16/15, 01/03/17, Engineer in product development and testing of electrical system for LCV, MUV vehicle segment, Development and validation of Complete vehicle E&E systems (LCV, Passenger, MUV)., Field failure root cause analysis, corrective action & defining new test procedures., Support to IMCR for value engineering and PVT for design improvement., Preparation of new test standards with respect to RWUP condition and field failure simulation., Preparing DFMEA Vs DVP matrix and preparing the test plan., Preparing DVP, DVP&R, & giving the sign off for product release., Working with cross functional team to meet the project timeline requirement., JEETO, TUV300, XUV (AT)
  • BOSCH ELECTRICAL DRIVES INDIA PVT LTD, 03/30/11, 03/13/15, Engineer (Engineering Testing - Wiper System), Oragadam, Kancheepuram (Dist.), Customer specification study for new RFQ's to understand their requirement., Support to preparation of compliance matrix., Handle the tasks of preparing Validation / test plans to meet specific requirements of the product., Handling the task of Front & Rear wiper system, arm & blade validation to meet the customer specification at design and process validation (DV & PV)., Conducting tests like performance verification, Climatic endurance test, Salt spray test, Durability cycle test, Thermal cycle test, Water spray test as per customer specification., Customer interaction in regarding to test specifications for deviations, schedule and finalization., Conducting test in external test agencies and coordinating in doing test been done in other Bosch locations worldwide., Prepare purchase request in SAP for new procurement and external testing and responsible for doing service entries(GRN) in SAP., Responsible for providing technical support for test coordination, test failure and test reports., Hyundai - BA, Ford - B515 & B562, VW - PQ25, Renault Nissan - H79 & J92, Maruthi - YAD, Y9T
  • C.P Group, 10/01/05, 08/31/07, Engineer Trainee (Electrical maintenance), C.P Aqua Group, Redhills, Kancheepuram (Dist), Handling Electrical preventive maintenance in the HV and LV line, machines and their controls., Responsible for shift electrical maintenance support to the production(PLC controls)., Responsible for erection and commissioning of electrical controls for the new automatic production line.

Knowledgeandskills

  • Six Sigma Green Belt
  • Knowledge on International standards such as AIS, JIS, ISO, DIN for various environmental and structural testing
  • Intense Knowledge on Electrical systems
  • Knowledge on FMEA
  • Knowledge on using QC
  • Creating new test setup for customer test.
  • Problem solving skills and learning attitude.
  • Strong Logical & Analytical skill
  • Instrument handling

Academicchronicle

  • B.E (Electrical & Electronics), Dr. S.K.P Engineering college (Anna University), 72%, 2010
  • Diploma in Electrical & Electronics, Kumaran Polytechnic College, 78.79%, 2005
  • S.S.L.C, Periyar Matriculation Higher Secondary School, Chennai, 59.3%, 2002

Hobbies and Interests

  • Reading books
  • Surfing Internet

Disclaimer

I pledge and pronounce that all the above information is true to best of my knowledge., Chennai, MM/DD/YY

Languages

  • English
  • Tamil

Personal Information

  • Passport Number: Z6161747
  • Passport Date Of Issue: 07/02/21
  • Passport Expiry Date: 07/01/31
  • Father's Name: K.Murugan
  • Blood Group: AB+ve
  • Date of Birth: 08/06/86

Languages

Tamil
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2

Certification

Ford Motors PVT Ltd

Timeline

Vehicle Diagnostics Engineer(EOL)

FORD MOTORS PVT LTD
01.2017 - Current

Validation Engineer

Mahindra Research Valley
03.2015 - 03.2017

Test Engineer

Bosch Automotive
03.2011 - 03.2015

Engineer Trainee

C.P Group
10.2005 - 08.2007

B.E - Electrical & Electronics

Dr. S.K.P Engineering college

Diploma - Electrical & Electronics

Kumaran Polytechnic College

S.S.L.C -

Periyar Matriculation Higher Secondary School
BALAVINAYAGAM