Shrikant Shelar

Electrical, Electronic & Mechanical Validation Test Engineer with 4.5 years of experience, including 2.3 years in automotive component validation testing. Proven expertise in electrical, electronics, and mechanical testing, environmental & vibration testing, NVH measurements, DAQ systems, and basic EMI–EMC immunity testing. Experienced in conducting tests as per ISO, IS, IEC, JASO, JIS, MIL-STD, ASTM, USCAR, SAE, LV, CSA, UL and IP standards, OEM along with customer-specific requirements.

Understanding of IEC/ISO 17025, ISO 9001, ISO 45001, ISO 14001 quality standard. Recognized as a 4-time "Star Performer of the Month" award winner for exceptional contributions to in-house test facility development, especially for EMI–EMC setups, resulting in significant cost savings and reduction in external testing dependency. Successfully developed test facilities for various electric and mechanical products, including Japanese tensioner assemblies, and optimized vibration shaker utilization, reducing testing lead time and operational cost for multiple projects.

Hands-on experience with 2000 kgf & 600 kgf vibration shakers, thermal shock chambers, Environmental/temperature chambers, salt spray rigs, IP test chambers, NVH chambers, and performance/reliability rigs, UTM, push pull tester, Hipot tester, leak Tester. Skilled in validation planning (PVP/DVP), test execution, data analysis, and cross-functional coordination with external bodies like ARAI, AURA-XL, SGS, Quali-Tech, and internal design & quality teams. Brings combined strength from both mechanical domain (product-level testing, durability, tensioners, actuators) and electrical domain (motors, pumps, solenoids, EMI/EMC immunity), enabling full-system understanding and efficient problem resolution.

Committed to Kaizen, 5S, and continuous improvement, with a strong focus on quality, safety, and reliability.

Research Engineer - Electrical Testing - Automotive Research association of India (ARAI) HTC - Chakan

(2026-01)

• Testing E-Motor/E-powertain product (controller) as per AIS standard and as per DVP requirement
• Testing using Coolent conditioning unit for E-Product for testing temperature cycles test
• Preparing test report and involved NABL and internal audit documentation
• Handling Customer
• Involve in Facility development

Electrical Engineer - R&D testing - Advik Hi tech Ltd - Wasuli

(2024-05 - 2025-10)

• Preparing PVP (product validation plan) & DVP (Design validation plan) as per customer requirement, test requirement, test planning, testing cost, test management for Electrical, Electronic as well as mechanical product
• Testing as per national & international Standards like ISO, IS, IEC, JIS, JASO, ASTM, IP, USCAR, UL, CSA, LV, MIL-STD and Customer Standard
• Development of testing facility. Performance test bench, environmental test bench
• Working on vibration bench setup and testing
• Managing testing in-house & outside lab
• Testing and coordination with external test facilities like ARAI, ICAT, SGS, Quali-tech Lab, and Negotiation of test cost with supplier
• Preventive maintenance of machines and following supplier for machine related modifications and issue resolution
• Coordination with design & quality team for Testing results and corrective action
• Products: eWP, eOP, eVP, e-Solenoid valve/parking shift lock, shut off valve, connector/wire, PCB-Emi-Emc
• Instruments Used: Digital Oscilloscope, Function Generator, Digital Millimeter, Temperature Data Logger, Universal Testing Machine DAQ system, vibration instrument, and Programmable power supply. And Noise microphone, Dielectric tester, Dynamometer, CAN-LIN tool
• Implementation of Kaizen & 5 S systems in testing lab
• Machine & Test machine SOP, WI preparation MFMEA, TGR/TGW Preparation

Production In charge - Bharat Forge - Baramati

(2021-10 - 2023-12)

Customers: Caterpillar, Daimler, VW group.

• Supervised end-to-end crankshaft machining operations including end grinding, balancing, timing hole drilling, finishing inspection, superfinishing, and packaging for export customers (Caterpillar & Daimler)
• Led production shift activities ensuring adherence to daily production targets, quality standards, and customer specifications in final machining and grinding modules
• Hands-on expertise in grinding processes (main, pin, and end grinding), achieving tight tolerances and surface finish requirements as per international standards
• Managed dynamic balancing operations for crankshafts, ensuring compliance with stringent vibration and mass distribution standards for export-grade products
• Oversaw timing hole operations with critical alignment and depth accuracy, contributing to engine timing precision for high-performance engines
• Conducted final visual and dimensional inspections, using precision tools (e.g., micrometers, CMM, dial indicators) before dispatch
• Implemented superfinishing techniques to enhance surface roughness and extend crankshaft service life under heavy-duty engine conditions
• Directed packaging and preservation processes for export shipments, ensuring damage-free delivery and compliance with customer-specific logistics and handling protocols
• Ensured 5S, Kaizen, and lean manufacturing practices on shop floor, contributing to OEE improvement and waste reduction
• Collaborated with QA, Maintenance, and Tool Room & adcole team teams to minimize downtime and resolve in-process issues quickly during the shift

B.E - Mechanical Engineering - JSPM Pune (2016 - 2021)

Higher Secondary School - Vidhyadham Shirur (2015 - 2015)

Secondary School - C.V. Vadgaon Rasai (2013 - 2013)