Shivani Thorat

Quality Assurance Engineer (SDET) with 2.8+ years of experience in testing and automation of large-scale engineering software applications. Skilled in building automated test solutions using Python and validating complex software systems through functional, regression, and integration testing. Experienced in defect analysis, CI/CD integration, and improving test coverage to ensure high-quality, stable releases.

Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and drive quality across the software development lifecycle.

Software QA Engineer at Novus Nexus India Pvt. Ltd. (2023-06 – Present)

Product: CAENexus, Domain: CAE

• Project: SXP-to-Python Export Workflow for AcuSolve input File Generation via CAE Nexus
• Designed Python-based automation scripts to streamline preprocessing and reduce manual intervention in simulation setup.
• Validated generated AcuSolve input files to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compatibility with solver requirements.
• Performed functional, regression, and integration testing for export workflows across multiple simulation scenarios
• Project: SXP-to-Python Export Workflow for Fluent Input File Generation via CAE Nexus
• Executed end-to-end testing of SXP-to-Python export workflows across different Fluent simulation use cases.
• Validated geometry, mesh, boundary condition, and solver parameter mappings during export processing.
• Developed reusable test utilities and scripts for efficient verification of generated Fluent input files.
• Participated in Agile/Scrum activities, including sprint planning, defect triage, and status discussions.
• Project: SXP-to-Python Export Workflow for Openfoam Input File Generation via CAE Nexus
• Utilized Python for automation, file handling, data parsing, and workflow integration in engineering simulation pipelines.
• Reduced manual effort and configuration errors in CFD case setup through workflow automation.
• Supported end-to-end CFD workflow automation including input preparation, parameter mapping, and case initialization
• Conducted testing and verification of exported files to ensure compatibility with OpenFOAM solvers and simulation workflows.

B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering – Rajarambapu Institute of Technology (2023)-8.14 CGPA

Senior Secondary – Shraddha Junior College, Ichalkaranji (2019)-69.54%