Akshay Khaiwal

Software Engineer with 5+ years of experience in HIL/ECU testing, and ASPICE-aligned V&V processes across Powertrain, Infotainment and ADAS domains. Strong expertise in dSPACE toolchain (ControlDesk, AutomationDesk) and Vector tools (CANoe, CANalyzer). Experienced in MIL-SIL-HIL lifecycle, requirement traceability (RTM), and test automation using Python and CAPL. Knowledgeable in vehicle dynamics and ADAS sensor integration.

System Software Engineer II at Tessolve (2024-08 – Present)

Client: Samsung India

• Performed end-to-end integration testing across Mobile App, Cloud, and Vehicle communication layers.
• Analyzed system architecture (SWAD) and supported validation of software design against system requirements.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams (software, hardware, and validation) to ensure successful system integration.
• Supported system design validation by identifying gaps between expected and actual system behavior.
• Contributed to risk identification (DFMEA) and validation strategy planning aligned with ASPICE SYS.4 processes.
• Conducted system-level validation ensuring compliance with functional and performance requirements.
• Performed system-level requirement analysis and ensured traceability between requirements, test cases, and validation results (RTM).

System Validation Engineer at LTTS (2021-10 – 2024-07)

Client: Borgwarner/Audi

• Executed ECU software qualification, verification, and validation activities for Powertrain and ADAS ECUs in compliance with ASPICE SWE.6 standards.
• Designed and executed HiL-based test cases using tools like dSPACE/Vector (CANoe/CANalyzer), including UDS diagnostics, CAN signal validation, fault injection, and regression testing to ensure functional safety, requirement traceability, and system robustness.
• Designed and implemented CANoe based HIL automation framework using CAPL scripting and panel development for ECU simulation, signal monitoring, and diagnostics testing, reducing regression execution time by 60–70%.
• Led preparation and maintenance of SDD, SEAD, and SID documents, ensuring ASPICE compliance, structured traceability, and successful audit outcomes.
• Conducted root cause analysis of integration failures reducing recurring validation issues by 25%.
• Coordinated validation deliverables with system and integration teams within V-Model based automotive development lifecycle.
• Worked on log analysis across ECU, network, and application layers for debugging and OTA validation scenarios.

Unit Engineer at Parth Industries (2017-06 – 2018-07)

• Performed electrical testing, component verification and quality inspection activities supporting manufacturing validation.
• Coordinated with quality team for quick and quality deliverables.

Master of Technology (M.Tech) in Electrical Engineering (Control & Instrumentation) – Madan Mohan Malaviya University of Technology (2019-01 – 2021-12)

Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) in Electrical Engineering – Bharati Vidyapeeth University (2013-01 – 2017-12)