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Sourabh Porwal
Senior Functional Safety Engineer
Summary
With several years in automotive functional safety, my expertise lies in ISO 26262 standards and safeguarding critical automotive systems up to ASIL D level. Experienced in conducting both internal and external safety process assessments and providing early feedback in development cycles. Proficient in creating detailed safety assessment reports, I am adept at guiding teams towards compliance with industry-leading safety specifications. My approach combines hands-on engineering in automotive systems with strategic mentorship, ensuring effective and efficient safety implementations. My background in safety critical systems such as teledriving, uniquely positions me to contribute to groundbreaking projects in AI, self-driving cars, and automotive innovation.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Functional Safety Engineer
Vay Technologies GmbH
Berlin
09.2023 - Current
- Mentoring teams across systems, hardware, and software in compliance with ISO 26262.
- Leading development of next-generation platform for teledriving with a focus on safety including the formulation and maintenance of safety case.
- Engaging in discussions with automotive OEMs, ensuring alignment with safety standards.
Functional Safety Engineer II
Vay Technologies GmbH
Berlin
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Managed end-to-end development of the Minimal Risk Maneuver (MRM) concept, enhancing safety in teledriving technology.
- Analyzed and applied standards such as UNECE R 157 and ISO 4804:2020 for MRM development.
- Spearheaded functional safety assessment of improved system by external auditors, achieving positive assessment.
- Collaborated closely with software teams to implement software safety mechanisms, upholding ASIL D integrity.
- Actively involved in testing processes at various levels, setting benchmarks for safety compliance.
Functional Safety Engineer I
Vay Technologies GmbH
Berlin
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Key role in establishing an in-house functional safety team, paralleling NVIDIA's emphasis on internal process assessments.
- Assisted in the successful functional safety assessment by external auditors, showcasing hands-on experience in safety assessments.
- Developed comprehensive safety documentation and review processes, improving overall safety compliance and reporting.
Functional Safety Manager
BERNS Engineers GmbH
Gilching
01.2020 - 06.2021
- Led the definition of functional and technical safety concepts and requirements for ASIL D products, ensuring compliance with stringent safety standards.
- Conducted Hazard and Risk Assessments (HARA) and Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) for Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems (ADAS) features to identify and mitigate potential safety risks.
- Collaborated with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) to manage and oversee functional safety activities for suppliers of ASIL D systems.
- Provided mentorship and guidance to suppliers on critical functional safety work products, including technical safety concepts, safety cases, and software development processes in accordance with ISO 26262 - Part 6.
Functional Safety Engineer
Akka Technologies
Ingolstadt
06.2019 - 12.2019
- Consulted customers on the ISO26262 process for functional safety development for ASIL B system.
- Provided support in the management of vehicle configuration data.
Master Thesis Candidate
Yanfeng Automotive Interiors
Lüneburg
07.2018 - 05.2019
- As a Working Student, streamlined laboratory tests, enhancing 6 Sigma efficiency and accuracy.
- As a Master Thesis Candidate, developed a scrap reduction framework, achieving a 58% reduction by utilizing the developed framework.
Junior Executive
Fleetguard Filters Pvt Ltd.
Pune
08.2013 - 08.2015
- Spearheaded the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) for various manufacturing techniques; achieved a 25% cost reduction through effective supplier negotiation and management.
- Drove prototype development across cross-functional teams, coupled with the preparation of critical documentation such as FMEA, FTA, and Process Flow Diagrams.
Education
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Rhine-Waal University
Bachelor of Engineering - undefined
Visvesvaraya Technological University
Skills
ISO26262
undefinedSoftware
Isograph
APIS IQ
Certification
CertX: ISO 26262:2018 Functional Safety Red Belt certification
Timeline
Senior Functional Safety Engineer
Vay Technologies GmbH
09.2023 - Current
Functional Safety Engineer II
Vay Technologies GmbH
06.2022 - 08.2023
Functional Safety Engineer I
Vay Technologies GmbH
06.2021 - 06.2022
CertX: ISO 26262:2018 Functional Safety Red Belt certification
03-2021
Functional Safety Manager
BERNS Engineers GmbH
01.2020 - 06.2021
Functional Safety Engineer
Akka Technologies
06.2019 - 12.2019
Master Thesis Candidate
Yanfeng Automotive Interiors
07.2018 - 05.2019
Junior Executive
Fleetguard Filters Pvt Ltd.
08.2013 - 08.2015
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Rhine-Waal University
Bachelor of Engineering - undefined
Visvesvaraya Technological University
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