Rushikesh Sonawane

Experience

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  Bajaj Auto Ltd

  Jan 2018 - Jun 2019

  Company Trainee Engineer

  • Emission Conformity of Production (COP) activities with ARAI.• Static and Dynamic testing of vehicles as per CMVR• Vehicle performance testing • Technical Documentation as per AIS, IS

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  Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI)

  Jul 2019 - Sept 2021

  Research Assistant

  • Responsible for carrying out vehicle testing for L, M, and N type ICE and electric vehicles as per CMVR, 1989 requirements. • Conducted performance tests (static and dynamic) at various test tracks in India, adhering to AIS, IS, and ECE regulations.• Involved in projects such as Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) data validation, tire tread analysis, engine oil analysis as a team member and team leader.• Set up and operated a range of instruments, including V-Box, data loggers, sensors, and Data Acquisition Systems, for performing tests such as brake, pass-by noise, steering effort and CSFC.• Involved in preparation of various test procedures as per Automotive Industry Standards (AIS). Show less

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  Škoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited

  Jun 2024 - now

  Senior Officer

  Senior Officer @TeamLease Services Ltd.• Handling of vehicle type approval testing, validation, and homologation activities for PORSCHE ICE and electric models.• Preparation and review of technical documents, vehicle checklists, specifications and drawings to ensure compliance with regulatory standards. • Execution of vehicle dynamic tests at proving grounds. Undertaking of active and passive safety related tests, as well as electric vehicle-specific tests as per CMVR, 1989. • Involvement in safety component type approval activities. Show less