Chetan Kumar Agadi
Battery System Validation Manager
Bangalore
Summary
Test & Validation Manager with 15+ years of experience across OEMs, Tier-1 suppliers, startup, a NABL-accredited lab, and global engineering services. Strong foundation in Road Load Data Acquisition (RLDA), durability testing, and instrumentation, with progressive leadership in EV battery systems, BMS software validation and SOx estimation. Adept at managing DVPs, cross-functional teams, and lab operations across 2W/4W EV programs, blending deep technical expertise with delivery and team ownership.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
2009
2009
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Sr. Test Manager – E-Mobility
Akkodis India
12.2021 - Current
- Leading a 15-member team in BMS software validation: HiL, diagnostics, calibration, and requirements analysis.
- Driving Li-ion battery analytics (400V–800V) for SOx (SOC, SOP, SOH, UBE, and capacity) estimation.
- Managing DVP planning/execution, issue management (IMS) and delivery tracking.
- Overseeing team hiring, skill development, and performance alignment.
- Coordinating with global engineering teams on battery validation and analytics initiatives.
Test Lab Manager – EV Testing
OLA Electric
02.2020 - 12.2021
- Managed (Component + Vehicle level) validation for the S1/S1 Pro scooter platforms: Battery, BMS, Charger, HMI, Powertrain and structural components.
- Established a full-scale EV test lab for functional, IP, environmental and durability testing.
- Led 25-member team (9 engineers, 15 contractors) for validation lifecycle management.
- Supervised Lab operations, homologation support and supplier validation reviews.
Senior Manager – Electric Vehicles (Indoor Testing)
Tata Motors
07.2019 - 01.2020
- Executed RLDA for 4W platforms including Nexon EV, developed durability test specs for chasis dyno and psd shaker.
- Managed data cleanup, validation, and CAE data delivery for powertrain testing.
Lead Engineer – Durability
Faurecia Clean Mobility
01.2014 - 01.2019
- Led fatigue life estimation of exhaust systems using road load and shaker data.
- Correlated test results with CAE and supported USA proving ground testing (Ford, Chrysler, Bosch).
Durability Engineer – Applied Mechanics
Cummins Turbo Technologies
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Conducted duty cycle and Weibull-based life prediction for turbocharger components.
- Supported winter trial testing with real-world field instrumentation.
Engineer – Applications (Test Lab)
BiSS ITW Pvt Ltd
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Executed mechanical/material testing as per ASTM/ISO standards for certification and R&D.
- Supported NABL inter-laboratory studies and test rig development.
Education
M.Tech - Mechanical Design
Visveswaraya Technological University
B.E. - Mechanical Engineering
Visveswaraya Technological University
Skills
Technical Expertise: Battery Pack Data Analytics BMS Software Validation SOx Estimation Road Load Data Acquisition (RLDA) Durability Testing Component DVP EV Lab Setup Project & Delivery Management Test Data Management Cross-functional Team Leadership
Certification
PMP Certification Training – ExcelR (2022)
Work Availability
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Timeline
Sr. Test Manager – E-Mobility
Akkodis India
12.2021 - Current
Test Lab Manager – EV Testing
OLA Electric
02.2020 - 12.2021
Senior Manager – Electric Vehicles (Indoor Testing)
Tata Motors
07.2019 - 01.2020
Lead Engineer – Durability
Faurecia Clean Mobility
01.2014 - 01.2019
Durability Engineer – Applied Mechanics
Cummins Turbo Technologies
01.2012 - 01.2014
Engineer – Applications (Test Lab)
BiSS ITW Pvt Ltd
01.2010 - 01.2012
B.E. - Mechanical Engineering
Visveswaraya Technological University
M.Tech - Mechanical Design
Visveswaraya Technological University
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