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Kalpana Singh

Windsor, Canada (Permanent Resident)

Summary

Results-driven Powertrain Calibration Engineer with nine years of experience in effectively prioritizing and completing multiple tasks, dedicated to achieving project goals, and delivering sustainable calibration solutions for vehicles and engines.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Powertrain Transmission Calibration Engineer

Stellantis (Contract)
Windsor (Canada)
04.2024 - Current
  • Calibrated 8-speed automatic transmissions across multiple drive modes (Eco, Comfort, Sport, Tow/Haul), optimizing shift maps to deliver smoother transitions and consistent vehicle performance.
  • Developed and refined shift quality parameters (torque management, clutch pressure ramps, and shift scheduling) to reduce harshness and improve drivability across varying load and temperature conditions.
  • Leveraged data-driven methods (INCA, MDA 8.6) to analyze transmission behavior, identify root causes of shift, flare, or lag, and implement corrective strategies.
  • Delivered measurable improvements in customer-perceived quality, reducing shift shock events by 30%, and enhancing overall driving refinement.

Engine Calibration Engineer

Maruti Suzuki India Limited
, India
12.2016 - 12.2023
  • Calibrated and validated 800 cc, 1.2 L, and 1.5 L naturally aspirated ICE engines for performance, fuel efficiency, and emissions compliance.
  • Optimized air-fuel ratio, spark timing, and VVT strategies across operating conditions to achieve smooth drivability, and regulatory compliance.
    Conducted testing and analysis using ETAS INCA, Concerto, MDA, Indicom, Horiba analyzers, and Cameo software.
  • Performed emissions and performance validation, correlating lab data with real-world results to refine calibrations.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of calibration packages for development and production programs.

Project Engineer

Indian Dairy Machinery Limited
India
08.2014 - 12.2016
  • Estimated project costs and timelines; prepared detailed techno-commercial offers.
  • Partnered with Sales and Marketing to develop proposals, ensuring technical accuracy in design, layout, and costing.
  • Managed execution through SAP tracking, documentation, and schedule monitoring.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams and stakeholders to resolve issues and deliver upgrades on time.
  • Prepared project reports by analyzing progress, risks, and trends for management review.

Education

Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering

YMCA University of Science & Technology YMCAUST
India
05.2014

Senior Secondary - Science

Modern Vidya Niketan
India
04.2010

Skills

  • MS Office
  • SAP 2007
  • PUMA 18 and 20
  • INCA 71
  • MDA 71
  • INDICom 27
  • Concerto 48 and 50
  • Cameo
  • AutoCAD
  • ETAs tools
  • Project planning
  • Project scope analysis
  • Stakeholder communications
  • Procedure development
  • Productivity improvement
  • Data analysis
  • Agile project management
  • Procurement
  • Cost estimation
  • Scheduling and planning

Accomplishments

  • Google Certified Project Manager
    Have won Quarterly achievement award twice during Maruti Suzuki
    tenure
  • Certification MATLAB & Simulink from math works
  • Patent published in Dec’20 – ‘Piston for Internal Combustion Engine’
  • 5 Days Training in ARAI (Automotive Research association of India) on
    ‘Engine Design & Development’
  • 5 Days Training in ARAI (Automotive Research association of India) on
    ‘Engine Controls System’
  • Been a Judge in ‘Efficycle 2017’ organized by SAE INDIA in LPU
    Punjab, India

Timeline

Powertrain Transmission Calibration Engineer

Stellantis (Contract)
04.2024 - Current

Engine Calibration Engineer

Maruti Suzuki India Limited
12.2016 - 12.2023

Project Engineer

Indian Dairy Machinery Limited
08.2014 - 12.2016

Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering

YMCA University of Science & Technology YMCAUST

Senior Secondary - Science

Modern Vidya Niketan

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