Vikas Vijaykumar Salvi
Hardware Design Lead
Pune
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Sr. Manager (Hardware Lead)
Spark Minda Green Mobility Pvt Ltd (SMGM)
Pune
10.2021 - Current
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Leading team of Electronics Hardware designers for development of products like DC DC converters, Battery chargers for EV OEMS Like TVSM, Bajaj, KTM, TVS-BMW ,Hero Electric,M&M,TICM
- Design and developed DC-DC non-isolated converters for 48V battery system with Power rating up to 400W.
- Hardware design for 48V Lithium –ion Battery charger with Power rating up to 1KW.
- Working on Hardware platform development of isolated DC-DC converter for 96V -14VDC, 250V DC -14V DC With power rating up to 400W
- Worked on EMI EMC Compliance for DC-DC converters according toAIS004-P3 , ECE-R10, CISPER 25 -Class 4.
- Basic knowledge of Functional safety as per ISO 26262 For Hardware
Assistant General Manager (Hardware Design )
Star Engineers India Pvt,Ltd
Pune
05.2019 - 01.2021
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects
- Technical SPOC for prime Japanese 2Wheeler OEMs (Honda / Suzuki /Yamaha) in coordination with consultants . Visited Customer R&D centers in Japan .
- Actively worked with semiconductor component makers and distributors to finalize specification /cost reduction/ Expedite development.
- Developed new competitive products like ABS speed sensor, Crank position sensor, LED headlight driver integrated Reg rectifier, MosFET based Reg Rectifier, USB charger type C, Throttle position sensor & DC/DC buck converter (EV), Temperature sensor , Thyristor based Reg rectifier, Speed sensors , Head light driver unit.
Sr. Manager Hardware Design
Star Engineers India Pvt .Ltd
Pune
05.2017 - 05.2019
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Guidance and technical mentoring Hardware team members for Projects like vehicle Speed sensors, ABS speed sensors, Roll over sensors (Tilt sensor), Regulator and rectifiers for battery charging, LED headlight drivers, Gear position sensor, side stand sensor, electronic flashers (for bulb /LED), Crank position sensor, USB charger type A
Manager Hardware Design
Star Engineers India Pvt .Ltd
Pune
05.2015 - 05.2017
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Lead team of Electronics hardware engineers for design and development of many products like sensors, reg rectifiers, flashers., Headlight controller
- Feasibility study for new product , DFMEA, Circuit design , WCA calculation, selection of Electronics components
- VAVE idea generation During Customer new model kick off events and for mass production parts.
- Interaction with customers to optimize product specifications, cost, and product feasibility.
Assistant Manager
Hero MotoCorp Ltd .
Gurugram
07.2013 - 04.2015
- Work as Electrical and electronics system integrator and component developer for 2WH .
- Preparation of design input requirement and specifications for components development .
- Interaction with other cross functional teams during development , DFMEA and design review with Supplier .
- Worked with Technical alliance partner EBR at USA for Vehicle integration of Hybrid Scooter , Worked on system integration , components packaging and Development specification.
- Development validation test specification finalization .
Design Engineer Electronics
Bajaj Auto Ltd
pune
11.2006 - 06.2013
- Involved in design, development, and testing of new technology projects, like Electrical vehicle (3-Wheeler and 2-Wheeler), Automatic transmission ECU, ISG, DC-DC Converter
- Benchmarking of electronics hardware, evaluation, and comparison of electronic components from different vendors for cost optimization
- Electronics Circuit schematic and PCB layout design using Altium Designer
- Preparation and release of Drawings, Design specifications, design guidelines.
- Support for 3Wh- 4 stroke vehicle integration ( E&E) –Preparation of System diagram, Addition deletion list, proto vehicle preparation, component packaging and validation, resolving production plant issues and customer complaints
- Worked on Electric vehicle (3-Wheeler ) POC - Trouble shooting and fault analysis of motor controller, Vehicle Harness, and other vehicle electrical systems. Design of inhouse electronic solid-state contactor and dc-dc converter
Education
B.E - E& TC
Cusrow Wadia Institute of Technology
Pune 06.2006 - 06.2010
Diploma - E& TC
Govt Polytechnic
Ratnagiri 06.2002 - 06.2005
Skills
Analog and digital Electronics hardware design
Power Electronics Hardware design - EV domain
Automotive Electronics component design, Vehicle Architecture
Knowledge of Design validation test and standard
Combination of Team leader, Mentor and technical exper
EMI EMC compliances and design For Automotive
Expertise in acquiring and analyzing Project Requirements
APQP Process and product development life cycle
WCA , DFMEA , VAVE
Strong analytical problem-solving skills
Good knowledge in Electronics Component selection and Cost Optimization
Knowledge of PCB layout to meet Functional , EMI EMC compliances
Additional Information
Patents applied :
- Filed patent for "series reg rectifier control circuit for battery charging "
- Filed patents for "Control circuit for MosFET based Reg. rectifier “
- Filed patent for "Protection circuit for Pulse 5A transient surge protection for DC DC converter "
- Filed Patent for "Enable and Power good circuit for DC DC Converter "
Timeline
Sr. Manager (Hardware Lead)
Spark Minda Green Mobility Pvt Ltd (SMGM)
10.2021 - Current
Assistant General Manager (Hardware Design )
Star Engineers India Pvt,Ltd
05.2019 - 01.2021
Sr. Manager Hardware Design
Star Engineers India Pvt .Ltd
05.2017 - 05.2019
Manager Hardware Design
Star Engineers India Pvt .Ltd
05.2015 - 05.2017
Assistant Manager
Hero MotoCorp Ltd .
07.2013 - 04.2015
Design Engineer Electronics
Bajaj Auto Ltd
11.2006 - 06.2013
B.E - E& TC
Cusrow Wadia Institute of Technology
06.2006 - 06.2010
Diploma - E& TC
Govt Polytechnic
06.2002 - 06.2005