Abhilash Reddy Babu Reddy

Automotive engineer with 6 years of experience specializing in low voltage wiring harnesses, brake systems, CATIA design optimization, supplier negotiations, cost/weight optimization, and weight audits. Strong leadership skills in cross-functional teams and high-pressure environments. Currently leading prototype wiring system development for multiple Stellantis EV programs, including vehicle electrical architecture, wiring harness design, BOMs, and schematics. Managed engine bay and door harnesses for Ford Escape’s AV program, overseeing day-to-day assembly operations at the prototype build phase. Spearheaded the design and release of brake systems (hose, harness, and engine room pipes) for Honda Acura, optimizing layout for safety, cost, weight, and investment. Led prototype layout verification at Honda, conducting technical evaluations and layout signoffs. Developed procedures, templates, and training modules for weight/mass calculations across various load conditions. Ran option weight calculations for Ford’s Lightning program. Technical Skills: CATIA V5, ABAQUS, DVP&R, MATLAB, DFMEA, GD&T, TEAMCENTER, ENOVIA.

• BEST STUDENT MANAGER AWARD: Recognized for my efforts as manager at the University’s Cultural Festival.
• GRADUATE STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP (UM of Dearborn): Granted for maintaining a 3.3 GPA or higher.
• EMERGING STUDENT LEADER AWARD (UM of Dearborn student activities)
• ONE FORD (Ford Motor Company)

• SAE BAJA – Design Team Lead, 06/14, 01/15, Optimized pedal box for weight reduction and design of Adjustable pedal box., Organized weekly team meetings to oversee the progress of the individual design teams and be a bridge between design teams and manufacturing teams to ensure their smooth and successful functioning., Presented the team progress, ideas, budget report and project schedule to the school management and sponsors.
• SAE International Go Kart Championship – Brake Team Lead, 08/13, 04/14, Led the Brake team group meetings and presented it to the Team leader and manufacturing groups on a weekly basis., Route the brake hose and pipes to maintain a safe distance from moving and static components.