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Overview
Work History
Education
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Extracurricular Activities
Languages
Projects Achievements
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Nishok Rajan P

Chennai

Summary

Embedded Control Systems Engineer with expertise in embedded software development and testing for hydraulic systems in mining machines. Skilled in Embedded C, Python, and MATLAB, delivering innovative and safety-compliant solutions. Proven track record of enhancing operational efficiency through reliable machine automation. Strong problem-solving abilities with a focus on leveraging new technologies.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate Engineer

Caterpillar Inc.
08.2023 - Current
  • Developed calibration software for hydraulic valves in underground mining machines.
  • Tested and debugged embedded C code using HIL benches and Trace32, ensuring quick issue resolution.
  • Re-architected complete tractor software by analyzing legacy code and hydraulic schematics; successfully delivered ahead of schedule with robust and elegant design.
  • Delivered software compliant with European safety standards, making it market-ready.
  • Worked on AUTOSAR migration, preparing hydraulic software for next-gen ISO-compliant standards.
  • Utilized MATLAB/Simulink and Stateflow for embedded software development.
  • Applied Vector tools (CANape, CANalyzer) for debugging and validation.
  • Used MATLAB scripting and Python programming to automate repetitive tasks, making development easier and reducing cycle time. Leveraged AI-based assistants to speed up script development.

Intern

Caterpillar Inc.
01.2023 - 07.2023
  • Assisted in developing and testing embedded control software for hydraulic systems.
  • Gained hands-on exposure to model-based design, debugging, and validation.

Education

B.E. - Electronics and Communication Engineering

Thiyagarajar College of Engineering
Madurai
04-2023

Skills

  • Embedded C
  • Python
  • MATLAB
  • Simulink
  • Stateflow
  • Trace32
  • Vector CANape
  • CANalyzer
  • Embedded control systems
  • Hydraulic systems
  • AUTOSAR
  • HIL testing
  • Model-based design
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Team collaboration
  • Quick learning
  • Effective communication

Extracurricular Activities

Volunteered in NSS (National Service Scheme) during college. 

Served as Captain of the college Kabaddi team.

Languages

  • English
  • Tamil

Projects Achievements

  • Successfully delivered tractor hydraulic control software ahead of schedule with high quality.
  • Migrated complex embedded software modules to AUTOSAR standards.
  • Automated development tasks using MATLAB and Python scripting, leveraging AI assistants to reduce time.

Timeline

Associate Engineer

Caterpillar Inc.
08.2023 - Current

Intern

Caterpillar Inc.
01.2023 - 07.2023

B.E. - Electronics and Communication Engineering

Thiyagarajar College of Engineering
Nishok Rajan P