Vikash Manikandan Narayanaswamy
Summary
Test & Validation Engineer with 3.5+ years of experience across ICE and BEV platforms, focusing on Chassis, Powertrain, High-Voltage, and ADAS systems. Skilled in HIL testing, fault injection, OBD validation, test automation, benchmarking, and sensor calibration. Validated features like Pro Power Onboard and Trailer Braking, ensuring integration and safety compliance. Strong collaborator committed to high-quality, standards-driven validation.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Test Engineer
Solize USA Corp- Honda R&D Americas Inc
04.2023 - 07.2025
- Led validation of Electric Power Steering (EPS) systems across five platforms, ensuring alignment with design validation plans, safety standards, and performance requirements.
- Conducted OBD monitor testing and calibrated diagnostic parameters for verifying DTCs, MIL triggers, and monitor readiness. Ensured regulatory compliance with OEM specifications.
- Calibrated steering angle and ride height sensors to ensure proper signal scaling and vehicle dynamic response across varying load and terrain conditions.
- Performed air suspension testing and 4-poster rig validation to assess comfort, height control accuracy, and stroke sensor integrity under dynamic load simulations.
- Built and debugged breakout harnesses to ensure hardware connectivity and signal integrity for sensor validation, fault injection, and monitoring.
- Coordinated with ADAS and vehicle engineering teams to align system requirements, address integration issues, and enhance system performance.
- Delivered traceable validation reports and failure analysis summaries adapted and debugged automated test scripts for multiple vehicle models to improve testing efficiency and coverage.
- Identified vehicle-level issues through CAN logs and sensor data analysis, performed root cause investigations, and coordinated with engineering teams for fixes and retesting.
HIL Validation Engineer
Systems Technology Group Inc- Fiat Chrysler Automobiles
11.2022 - 03.2023
- Led comprehensive assessments of RAM truck powertrains, focusing on performance metrics and refining diagnostic code testing protocols to enhance accuracy and reliability.
- Utilized ETAS INCA to validate Engine Control Modules (ECM) and Transmission Control Module performance tuning, ensuring complete validation of powertrain components through structured testing.
- Supported software strategy development by integrating short and open circuit functions, enhancing tuning capabilities and optimizing system performance in cold and hot conditions.
- Interpreted performance test data to produce detailed reports, providing actionable insights and recommendations for optimization and improvements in powertrain systems.
- Modified and documented test procedures, results, and findings, ensuring clear, structured records for powertrain development and adhering to best practices.
- Delivered critical technical feedback on test results, contributing to ongoing improvements in powertrain development and enhancing overall system performance.
Engineer
Satven USA - Ford Motor Company
07.2021 - 11.2022
- Validated high-voltage BEV features including Pro Power Onboard and Trailer Braking, ensuring robustness in feature deployment, load handling, and diagnostics.
- Defined system integration and interface requirements for HIL testing; created boundary diagrams to ensure hardware/software compatibility and test coverage.
- Managed OTA software deployment and coordinated HIL bench updates, ensuring version control and continuous integration throughout test cycles.
- Reviewed electrical schematics to verify communication pathways (CAN, LIN, Ethernet), ensuring alignment with system architecture and hardware specifications.
- Performed End-of-Line (EOL) testing for embedded modules to confirm feature functionality and compliance prior to vehicle release.
- Supported CAN security testing and collaborated with global teams to identify and resolve vulnerabilities in communication protocols.
- Tracked, reported, and resolved defects using JIRA, participating in agile ceremonies and contributing to continuous validation improvements across feature teams.
Education
MS - Electrical Engineering
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI12.2021
MSc - Advance Electrical and Electronic Engineering
University of Leicester
10.2018
BE - Instrumentation and Control Engineering
St.Joseph’s College of Engineering- Anna University
06.2016
Skills
- Testing Tools: ETAS INCA, CANape, CANalyzer, ATI Vision, MDA, ControlDesk
- Simulation and Modeling: MATLAB/Simulink, PSpice, COMSOL Multiphysics
- Communication Protocols: CAN, LIN, Ethernet, Bluetooth
- Operating Systems: Windows, IOS
- Project Management: JIRA, Test Planning, Scheduling, Reporting, Documentation
- Development: DV&P&R, FMEA, Benchmarking
- Scripting language: Python
- Proving ground certification: Transport Research Center (TRC), Chelsea Proving Ground (CPG)
https://www.linkedin.com/in/vikash-narayanaswamy/
Timeline
Test Engineer
Solize USA Corp- Honda R&D Americas Inc
04.2023 - 07.2025
HIL Validation Engineer
Systems Technology Group Inc- Fiat Chrysler Automobiles
11.2022 - 03.2023
Engineer
Satven USA - Ford Motor Company
07.2021 - 11.2022
MSc - Advance Electrical and Electronic Engineering
University of Leicester
BE - Instrumentation and Control Engineering
St.Joseph’s College of Engineering- Anna University
MS - Electrical Engineering
Western Michigan University
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