Laban David T
Vehicle Testing and Development Specialist
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Highly efficient, hard-working, and talented Vehicle Testing & Development Engineer (R&D) with strong riding skills and excellent adaptability. Experienced in Testing & Validation, vehicle evaluation, and performance assessment. Detail-oriented and seasoned professional with strong communication, organizational, and leadership abilities, contributing effectively to prototype and production-level development
Experience
VEHICLE TESTING AND DEVELOPMENT SPEACILITS - BAJAJ AUTO LTD - R&D Pune, Maharashtra
(2025-10)
- Led testing and development of motorcycle& EV scooter platforms (Bajaj, KTM, Triumph, EV scooters).
- Performed validation of suspension, tyres, and braking systems with focus on vehicle dynamics and stability.
- Executed high-speed, off-road, and jump testing for ADV/off-road vehicles.
- Conducted vehicle dynamics evaluation (ride & handling, stability, ride comfort).
- Performed rider triangle & ergonomic assessments for posture, control, and comfort.
- Conducted seat comfort evaluation through long-duration ride testing.
- Supported prototype builds, chassis mule development, and MP validation.
- Collaborated with cross-functional and global teams (KTM, Triumph).
- Prepared test reports and performance analyses for design decisions.
- Contributed to DVP validation including NVH test and benchmarking studies for performance improvement.
VEHICLE TESTING AND VALIDATION ENGINEER - HEROMOTO CORP LTD - Jaipur, Rajasthan
(2017-04 - 2025-10)
- Performed Road tests , Track test and Validation cycles for ICE and EV two wheelers.
- To check the Performance and durability evaluation of braking, suspension, tyres, engine, chassis, body part and the Electrical component etc.
- Preparing SOPs for fleet, pave, special tests, for the track testing.
- Conducting full-Vehicle testing and Evaluation to check with BENCHMARKS Vehicles.
- To perform Real-world and part –level testing coordinating with Design team and the problem tracking sheet through the PLM ( team center)
- Conducting on-road/off-road ODT testing to plan the activities.
- Prepare the Test plans , and Comprehensive failure reports.
IPQC, Associate - Hosur
(2015 - 2017)
- Led quality assurance activities within the team for product inspection
- Ensured consistent product quality and compliance with standards.
IPQC, Associate - Reckitt Benckiser India Ltd - Hosur
(2015 - 2017)
- Led quality assurance activities within the team for product inspection
- Ensured consistent product quality and compliance with standards.
Diploma Trainee, Operation Training dept. - TVS Motor Company Ltd. - Hosur
(2012 - 2015)
- Completed diploma training at TVS, assisting in final engine validation and vehicle inspection processes.
Education
B.tech - Automobile Engineering - Shankara institute of Technology Jaipur (2024)
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering - Ramuseetha Polytechnic College, Virudhunagar, Tamil Nadu, India (2010 - 2012)
HSC - T.N.P.M.M Hr. Sec.School, Thalavaipuram (2009 - 2010)
