Arpit Kurel
R&D Electrical Motor Designer
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About
Analytical Electric Motor Designer with a B.Tech in Electrical Engineering and an M.Tech in Renewable Energy, bringing 4 years of specialized experience in high-efficiency EV motor design, thermal simulation, and comprehensive EV systems modelling. Proficient in industry-leading simulation tools including ANSYS Motor-CAD, FLUX, MAXWELL, SPEED, MATLAB, and JMAG, alongside hands-on expertise in BLDC/PMSM motor control utilizing various drives (Hall/Encoder/Resolver Feedback) such as VOTOL, LINGBO, and BacDoor. Seeking a challenging role in EV powertrain development, where I can apply my skills in motor design, controller tuning, and sustainable energy systems to drive innovation and efficiency.
Experience
R&D Assistant Manager at Bajaj Auto Limited (2026-05 – Present)
- Working on 2W/3W EV motor design and development projects.
- Collaborating with Vehicle Dynamics teams for tractive effort analysis and Testing team for motor performance validation.
- Working on cost reduction through Ferrite Spoke motor design.
- Exploring new motor topologies such as Flux-Switched Motor and Halbach-effect Motor for future EV applications.
- Conducting team knowledge-sharing sessions on motor failure analysis, motor manufacturing processes, and position sensors.
R&D Assistant Manager at Anevolve Mando eMobility Pvt. Lmt. (2023-07 – 2026-04)
- Analytical design, and simulation of high-efficiency PMSM, BLDC, and Synchronous Reluctance motors for 2W/3W EV applications, primarily utilizing ANSYS Motor-CAD for electromagnetic analysis and performance optimization.
- Making design proposals as per the customer SOR & TSR including 2-wheeler, e-Rickshaw, passenger/cargo/ LEVs.
- Create detailed technical documentation, design reports, and BOMs.
- Managed projects from the initial design phase, POC through to final SOP
- Motor thermal analysis and designed cooling system methodologies for traction applications to optimize performance and prevent overheating.
- Fine-tuned motor control strategies, including controller tuning, setting, and testing as per specific motor requirements, aiming for torque-speed optimization.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure mechanically and thermally feasible designs and supported the prototype to testing and validation of motor on bench, dyno, vehicle-level as per AIS/ISO standards.
- Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) using IQFMEA-pro software.
EV Motor Design & Development Internship at Anevolve Mando eMobility Pvt. Lmt (2022-07 – 2023-06)
- Assisted in the proto development of various motor types, including Hub and Mid-drive motors, gaining hands-on experience in motor assembly and construction methods.
- Performed root cause analysis (RCA) of motor failures to identify design flaws and improve manufacturing processes, contributing to overall product quality.
- Conducted benchmarking of motors to evaluate performance against industry standards and competitors.
Education
M.Tech in Renewable Energy System – NIT Kurukshetra (2021 – 2023)
B.Tech in Electrical Engineering – NIT Hamirpur (2016 – 2020)
10+2 in Science – Career Academy School, Nahan (2015 – 2016)
Matriculation in Science – D.A.V Public School, Nahan (2013 – 2014)
