Pranoti Shendge
Bangalore Urban
Summary
CAE Engineer with 6+ years of experience in NVH, driveline, and powertrain/drivetrain systems, skilled in signal processing and test–simulation correlation. Brings aftermarket sales and maintenance exposure with strong customer interaction, and is currently transitioning toward project management, focusing on end-to-end delivery and cross-functional coordination
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior CAE Analyst
Mercedes Benz Research and Development India
Bangalore, Karnataka
09.2019 - 02.2026
- Led project coordination and delivery for Powertrain NVH simulations, managing timelines, priorities, and cross-functional alignment.
- Owned innovation initiatives within the Powertrain NVH team, driving continuous improvement in simulation approaches and problem-solving methods.
- Acted as a technical focal point, leading discussions and providing expert guidance to evaluate real-time system behavior through simulation and test correlation.
- Mentored, trained, and onboarded trainees and junior engineers, establishing standardized NVH workflows and improving overall team capability and efficiency.
- Supported decision-making by translating complex NVH results into clear technical insights for partners.
CAE Analyst
Mercedes Benz Research and Development India
Bangalore, Karnataka
03.2020 - 09.2024
- Led analysis of NVH test data to identify key issues and provide clear inputs for design and product decisions.
- Coordinated cross-functional problem solving to diagnose manufacturing defects and align corrective actions with design and production teams.
- Streamlined data processing workflows using automation tools, improving turnaround time and consistency of project deliverables.
- Supported data-driven decision making through structured signal analysis, visualization, and clear reporting to stakeholders.
- Managed sensitivity studies and trade-off analyses to assess impact of design and manufacturing changes on product performance.
- Ensured strong alignment between test results and simulations, supporting confident technical and program-level decisions.
PGET
Bangalore, Karnataka
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Supported development of Rear Axle NVH simulations, coordinating closely with partner teams in Germany.
- Led transmission error analysis of multiple hypoid gear sets using MATLAB to support design decisions.
Senior Engineer
Kirloskar Pneumatics
Pune, Maharashtra
08.2014 - 07.2016
- Developed aftermarket compressor packages and accessories for oil and gas applications.
- Handled spare parts and O&M requests, preparing technical and commercial offers for major clients (IGL, GAIL, and ONGC).
- Coordinated project schedules and worked closely with design, procurement, and other teams.
- Managed the submission of technical documents (P&ID, GAD, QAP), and supported client approvals.
- Raised purchase requests, followed up on material procurement, and tracked delivery status.
- Worked with vendors on specifications, pricing, and the development of new suppliers.
- Supported client inspections, dispatch activities, logistics documentation, and payment follow-ups.
- Tracked project progress using MS Project to ensure timely execution.
Education
M.Tech - Automotive Engineering
Vellore Institute of Technology-ARAI
Vellore, India01.2019
B.Tech - Mechanical Engineering
Walchand College of Engineering
Maharashtra, India01.2014
Diploma - mechanical Engineering
Government Polytechnic
Miraj, India01.2011
Skills
- Multi Body Simulation tools - MASTA, AVL
- FE tools - Pre Processor- HYPERMESH
- Solver - OPTISTRUCT, NASTRAN
- Post Processor-HYPERVIEW, PAK
- Programming Language - MATLAB/SIMULINK, PYTHON
- Management: Confluence , JIRA
Certification
- Python - The complete Python Bootcamp, Udemy
- MATLAB/SIMULINK Masterclass, Udemy
- Project Management Foundations course, LinkedIn Learning
Languages
English
Hindi
Marathi
Websites, Portfolios and Profiles
www.linkedin.com/in/pranoti-shendge-98507698
Projects
Mtech Projects:
- Developing an algorithm to predict fuel losses due to incorrect driving methods and to notify driver for better fuel efficiency (Kirloskar Oil Engines Ltd)
This project is to predict fuel losses due to pervious driving style and show notification to driver on upcoming turns or current driving style to reduce further fuel loss. - 3D Engine Simulation Development and Validation for Performance, Emission, and
Combustion Optimization (Kirloskar Oil Engines Ltd)
This involved optimizing key combustion parameters (e.g., piston cavity, injector angle) within the numerical model to achieve a quantifiable reduction in soot percentage.
Hobbies and interests
- Badminton or fitness activities, Singing, Dancing
- Traveling and cultural exploration
- Cooking and experimenting with new recipes
Timeline
CAE Analyst
Mercedes Benz Research and Development India
03.2020 - 09.2024
Senior CAE Analyst
Mercedes Benz Research and Development India
09.2019 - 02.2026
PGET
09.2019 - 03.2020
Senior Engineer
Kirloskar Pneumatics
08.2014 - 07.2016
M.Tech - Automotive Engineering
Vellore Institute of Technology-ARAI
B.Tech - Mechanical Engineering
Walchand College of Engineering
Diploma - mechanical Engineering
Government Polytechnic