Mayaram Karthik
Pune
Summary
Dynamic automotive professional with 14 years of experience in diesel, gasoline & flex fuel engine and vehicle development. Proven expertise in model-based calibration, emission control, and homologation certification. Key contributor to BS-6 Stage I & II and WLTP projects, with hands-on leadership in LNT & DPF exhaust systems. Adept at strategic planning, cross-functional coordination, and driving initiatives that enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and ensure regulatory compliance.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
3
3
Languages
Work History
Senior Manager – Engines
Tata Motors Ltd., ERC Engines
05.2018 - Current
- Led BS-6 Stage I & II diesel engine development, calibration, and vehicle integration.
- Directed ARAI homologation certification (testbed & vehicle level).
- Enhanced DPF regeneration efficiency and resolved oil dilution issues.
- Implemented VAVE initiatives, reducing costs while improving efficiency.
- Coordinated emission optimization and consistency checks for BS-6 vehicles.
- Managed field issue resolution through RCA and corrective documentation.
- Joined Gasoline team and managed to deliver the Sierra vehicle project.
- Joined Flex Fuel team and managed the overall project, vehicle and test bed activities.
Assistant Manager Engineer – PDC
Mahindra Research Valley
09.2015 - 04.2018
- Oversaw 11 engine testbeds, optimizing facility use and productivity.
- Conducted RCA for engine/component failures and issued FIR reports.
- Supported BS-6 early development and ARAI certification trials.
- Installed advanced testing facilities and supervised junior engineers.
Engineer – ERC Engines
Jayem Automotives (On-site at Tata Motors ERC)
08.2012 - 05.2015
- Tested 1.05L & 1.4L CRDI engines on transient dynamometers.
- Performed calibration for FTP/PTP and optimization.
- Conducted supplier collaboration for DVP testing and performance evaluation.
Engineer Trainee – QA Dept.
TVS Brakes India Ltd.
05.2011 - 08.2012
- Conducted quality inspections for brake components.
- Issued quality reports and fine-tuned measurement instruments.
Education
M.Tech - Automotive Electronics (WILP)
BITS Pilani
Pune, India01-2023
B.E. - Mechanical Engineering
Anna University
Chennai, India01-2010
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Sri Balaji Polytechnic
Chennai, India01-2006
Skills
Engine & Vehicle Development
Diesel Emission Control & OBD Certification
Model-Based Calibration (Delphi & Marelli FIE)
AVL Suite, Inca and VISU Tools
Accomplishments
- Gold Team Award – On-time project delivery
- Extra Miler Award – Excellence in execution & customer centricity
- Multiple accolades for teamwork and individual contributions
- Recognition for notarization and documentation excellence
Certification
Pursuing Program Management Professional (PMP)
Timeline
Senior Manager – Engines
Tata Motors Ltd., ERC Engines
05.2018 - Current
Assistant Manager Engineer – PDC
Mahindra Research Valley
09.2015 - 04.2018
Engineer – ERC Engines
Jayem Automotives (On-site at Tata Motors ERC)
08.2012 - 05.2015
Engineer Trainee – QA Dept.
TVS Brakes India Ltd.
05.2011 - 08.2012
B.E. - Mechanical Engineering
Anna University
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Sri Balaji Polytechnic
M.Tech - Automotive Electronics (WILP)
BITS Pilani