VENUGOPAL NAGARAJAN
Bangalore
Summary
Result-oriented individual with a passion for continuous learning and innovation. Known for leveraging analytical thinking and creativity to solve problems and deliver high-impact solutions in fast-paced environments. With over 17 years of experience as an Engineering Manager, I have been entrusted with the development, execution, and leadership of test teams within the E/E architecture system testing portfolio.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Account Delivery Manager
BGSW
Bangalore
01.2022 - Current
- Managed client accounts to ensure successful delivery in V&V programs across E/E, ADAS, EV domains
- Develop team of 150+ associates to support V&V activities
- Provided technical guidance and support to team members throughout the delivery process.
- Reviewed project plans, timelines, budgets and resources for accuracy and completeness.
- Analyzed customer feedback and identified areas for improvement in delivery.
- Coordinated with cross functional teams to ensure that projects are completed on time, within budget and according to specifications.
- Developed and maintained relationships with clients to ensure satisfaction and loyalty.
- Developed competency ramp up strategy to enable future V&V services and quick deployment
Technical Project Manager
Robert Bosch Engineering and Business Solutions
Bangalore
04.2020 - 12.2021
- Managed a team of 25+ Global resources in system testing, vehicle testing of EVs
- Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Lead weekly status meetings with stakeholders to review progress and address issues.
- Monitored budgeting and tracked project costs to ensure financial success of projects.
- Reviewed deliverables prepared by team before passing to client.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to secure the best prices for materials and services needed on projects.
- Coordinated communication between internal teams, vendors, clients, and other stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
- Provided guidance and support to team members when needed to meet project objectives.
- Implemented process improvements which resulted in increased efficiency across various departments.
- Kept project teams on-task with proactive control of budgets, schedules and scopes.
- Updated project plans based on changing objectives, specifications, and staff availability.
- Oversaw budgets for project, tracked expenses, and timelines and communicated with key stakeholders on milestones.
Program Manager
Bosch India, China
Shanghai
07.2019 - 03.2020
- Define and implement comprehensive testing strategies, methodologies, and frameworks tailored to the project
- Managed program budgets and timelines, ensuring projects stayed on track and within allocated resources.
- Communicated regularly with external partners to ensure alignment of strategies and goals.
- Drafted reports for senior management highlighting key milestones achieved throughout the program lifecycle.
- Conducted regular meetings with team members to review progress and address any issues or concerns arising from the program execution process.
- Created presentations outlining proposed solutions for addressing challenges encountered during program execution.
- Generated and delivered reports, program review presentations and other program status updates.
- Prioritized tasks and managed teams throughout multiple projects.
- Oversaw program compliance with requirements, schedule and budget.
Test Architect
Robert Bosch Engineering and Business Solutions
Bangalore
10.2017 - 07.2019
- Setting up HiL test environment and preparation of low fidelity plant model for BCM validation
- Assisted in developing training materials for new hires involved in the program activities.
- Analyzed business requirements, functional specifications, user stories and use cases for developing test plans and strategies.
- Conducted system integration tests to ensure the applications are integrated properly with other systems.
- Reviewed existing manual tests, identified gaps and created new automated tests to cover those gaps.
- Assisted in debugging software issues by providing detailed information of the environment where the issue occurred.
- Performed root cause analysis of failed test cases and implemented corrective actions as required.
- Participated in daily stand-up meetings, sprint planning sessions and retrospectives for successful delivery of projects.
- Generated comprehensive test summary reports at the end of each cycle highlighting key areas for improvement.
Test Specialist
Robert Bosch Engineering and Business Solutions
Bangalore
06.2015 - 10.2017
- MiL and SiL Validation of EMS features
- Developed test plans, strategies and scripts for system testing.
- Identified potential areas of improvement in existing processes and procedures.
- Verified fixes by executing the same set of tests that failed earlier.
- Coordinated with project managers to develop comprehensive release plans.
- Performed black box testing on various modules across EMS, BCM and VCU controllers
Technical Leader
KPIT Technologies
Bangalore
05.2014 - 06.2015
- Lead test team for validation of instrument cluster projects across multiple programs for NA based OEM
Sr. Software Engineer
Embitel Technologies
Bangalore
12.2013 - 05.2014
- Support in technical pre-sales for project acquisitions
Sr. Engineer
RNTBCI
Chennai
07.2010 - 12.2013
- Responsible for system integration testing of PC, TQ and SM functions
- Designed, tested and implemented software solutions to meet customer requirements.
Software Engineer
Lear Automotive India Private Limited
Thane
10.2008 - 06.2010
- Responsible for test case development and testing of BCM ECU functions
Engineer
KPIT Cummins Infosystems Ltd
01.2008 - 08.2008
- Unit test case development for instrument panel cluster for NA based tire-1 and OEM
Trainee- Repair Tech
Flextronics Technologies
04.2006 - 10.2007
- Calibration and functional testing of mobiles (LG and Motorola)
Education
Bachelor of Technology - Electronics and Communication Engineering
SRM University
Chennai12.2013
Diploma in Electronics -
NTTF
Bangalore07.2006
Skills
- Testing (Unit, Component, System and Vehicle)
- HiL Commissioning and Plant Modelling
- Test Strategy development
- Test case development
- Project & Program Management
- Resource and Stake holder Management
- Delivery Management
- Training and Development
- Conflict resolution
- Goal establishment
- Strategy Development
- Service Level Agreements
- Business Analysis
Accomplishments
- As a program manager won 4 back to back projects from a chinese car maker and executed successfully
- As as architect designed HiL for validation of VCU, BMS, EV system integration HiL and BCM HiL and commissioned the same
- Star Performer Award for successful commissioning of HiL for a CN customer
- WoW award for leading function testing team with 0 defect leakage in IPC validation project
- Star Performer Award for successful completion of L2 testing of EMS ECU
Timeline
Account Delivery Manager
BGSW
01.2022 - Current
Technical Project Manager
Robert Bosch Engineering and Business Solutions
04.2020 - 12.2021
Program Manager
Bosch India, China
07.2019 - 03.2020
Test Architect
Robert Bosch Engineering and Business Solutions
10.2017 - 07.2019
Test Specialist
Robert Bosch Engineering and Business Solutions
06.2015 - 10.2017
Technical Leader
KPIT Technologies
05.2014 - 06.2015
Sr. Software Engineer
Embitel Technologies
12.2013 - 05.2014
Sr. Engineer
RNTBCI
07.2010 - 12.2013
Software Engineer
Lear Automotive India Private Limited
10.2008 - 06.2010
Engineer
KPIT Cummins Infosystems Ltd
01.2008 - 08.2008
Trainee- Repair Tech
Flextronics Technologies
04.2006 - 10.2007
Bachelor of Technology - Electronics and Communication Engineering
SRM University
Diploma in Electronics -
NTTF
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