Pradeep Raj

Emission Test Engineer with 4+ years of experience in Test Bed Equipment Maintenance and BS6/Euro diesel engine testing and validation, currently working on advanced AVL emission systems (AMA i60, FTIR, CVS, PEMS). Strong expertise in transient and steady-state test cycles (NRTC, NRSC, PTP, PLP) and hands-on experience with analyzers (FID, CLD, IRD) and INCA-based calibration support. Proven track record in test bench operations, zero/span calibration, diagnostics, and uptime improvement.

Adept at working in OEM-level R&D and validation environments, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and high-quality data for engine development.

Assistant Engineer – Emission & Test Bed Operations at AVL Technical Center Pvt. Ltd. (2024-06 – Present)

• Conducted emission and performance testing of TERM IV & TERM V diesel engines including FLC, FLP, PTP, PLP, NRSC, and NRTC test cycles with combustion optimization.
• Calibrated, maintained, and troubleshot AVL Emission Systems (AMA i60, SESAM i60 FTIR, APC, SPC, CVS, PEMS, Smoke Meter, Opacimeter, MSS) for BS6/Euro compliance.
• Operated and maintained FID, CLD, IRD, PMD, and NDUV analyzers, including sample handling systems, dryers, solenoid blocks, filters, and calibration gases.
• Performed Zero/Span Calibration, leak checks, diagnostics, and fault rectification to ensure accuracy and high bench uptime.
• Operated and maintained Smoke Meter, Opacimeter, and MSS with daily setup, verification, and calibration.
• Supported chassis and eddy current dyno operations, including transient drive cycle testing.
• Boosted test bench availability by 15–20% by implementing structured preventive maintenance schedules and driving rapid fault diagnosis to minimise unplanned downtime.
• Maintained PM records, calibration logs, LIMS data, and audit-ready documentation as per OEM standards.
• Coordinated with Testing, Validation, and R&D teams; supported CCU, OCU, ACS, Dyno Panels, PSS, and AMA i60 diluted benches.
• Conducted Vehicle PTO performance trials including Full Throttle, Part Load, Under Haulage, and 100 RPM Drop Tests in Normal, Eco, and Haulage Modes on CRS engines.
• Operated PUMA+, AVL-EDACS, ANADIG & SAJ data acquisition systems.
• Handled AVL 7100, Smart Particle Sampler (SPC-478), APC, AMA i60 Analyzer, MSS, Opacimeter, and other test lab equipment.
• Monitored mounting/dismounting of engines on test beds and performed dyno shaft alignment.
• Monitored system utilities health to ensure all systems were operational during tests; supervised manpower.

Diploma Engineering Trainee – Electrical Maintenance at DBG India Pvt. Ltd. (2022-06 – 2024-06)

• Maintained Atlas Copco 425 CFM air compressors, 1010 & 1250 KVA DG sets, industrial chillers, and HVAC systems.
• Executed preventive and breakdown maintenance, and maintained systematic reporting and documentation.
• Prepared SOPs, ensured safety compliance, and trained junior technicians.

Diploma in Electrical Engineering – Chhatrapati Sahu Ji Maharaj Govt. Polytechnic, Ambedkar Nagar (BTEUP) (2022)

Intermediate – UP Board (2018)

High School – UP Board (2016)