PRITI NAGDEVE
FORD MOTOR COMPANY (Through HCL)
Rochester Hills,USA
20
years of professional experience
Results-oriented Diagnostic Troubleshooting Engineer specializing in root cause analysis and OBD compliance. Enhanced vehicle performance while ensuring emission standards adherence. Skilled in FMEA and Six Sigma methodologies, with strong analytical and communication skills to address complex automotive challenges.
Work History
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLESHOOTING ENGINEER
1 Year 11 Months- Performed Maintenance repair, and diagnosis test on vehicle inspection, examining the vehicles' mechanical components and engine through ford IDS and FDRS for efficient issue resolution.
- Provided direct support to client dealership for diagnostic software and Hardware issues analyzing vehicle data from telematics ,OBD-II and CAN communication.
- Performed root cause analysis and troubleshooting activities for the software issue in automobile electronics like in ECU ,ADAS and infotainment.
- Testing digital and analog instrument clusters, working with microcontrollers, embedded software, and human-machine interface (HMI) technology
- Collaborated with Diagnostics System Specialists and liaised with client departments, including Engineering, Quality, and OTA, to address diagnostic concerns and enhance customer service.
MOTOR VEHICLE INSPECTOR
8 Years 1 Month- Implemented DFEMA to improve system functionality and compliance.
- Led Functional Safety activities for chassis-related systems in compliance with ISO 26262
- Supported safety assessments, audits, and work product reviews
- Performed Hazard Analysis and Risk Assessment (HARA) to identify safety goals and ASIL classifications.
- Developed Functional Safety Concepts (FSC) and Technical Safety Concepts (TSC) for chassis functions.
- Developed and tested solutions to resolve OBD issues and responsibilities for compliance developer solution and control within emission standards and regulations set by Government of India.
- Suitability,Safety, and Functional analysis (FUSA) of old and new vehicle as per federal road and safety and drivability standards
- Conducted drivability Calibration and testing as per Government of India Norms
- Interaction and communication with Fleet's manager/officials for any discrepancies to ensure the fleets compliance with the state and federal laws.
- Collaborated with fleet managers to address discrepancies and maintain compliance with state and federal regulations.
MAINTENANCE /VALIDATION ENGINEER
5 Years- Maintained and calibrated equipment by comparing to calibration standards, enhancing detection of performance variations.
- Conducted Bench testing on Engine tune-up and testing for fuel economy optimization.
- Conducted calibration and testing tasks.
- Gained foundational experience in Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) and Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) testing environments.
- Evaluated and assess vehicle to identify shortcomings, repaired damaged instruments and adjusted measurements, improving output and maintained Technical bulletin(TSB)
- Identified keyboard control Expertise and OBD control customer demands.
- Conducted Bench testing on Engine tune up and testing for fuel economy optimization.
- Implemented FMEA, tear down and Root Cause Analysis to troubleshoot complex performance and drivability issues.
- Evaluated and assessed vehicle to identify shortcomings, repaired damaged instruments and adjusted measurements, improving output and maintained Technical bulletin(TSB)
- Trained and supervised technicians during evaluation tests and scheduled validation and maintenance activities to minimize process disruption.
Education
MASTER OF SCIENCE - QUALITY ENGINEERING
MASTER OF TECHNOLOGY - INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING
POST DIPLOMA - CAD/CAM AND TOOL DESIGN
BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING - MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Skills
Quality Improvement
HIL/SIL
ETAS INCA
Root cause analysis
FMEA/DFMEA
FUSA
Validation
CALIBRATION
MICROCONTROLLERS
Validation and maintenance
MINITAB
PYTHON
Engineering Design
SOLIDWORKS
CATIA
CAD/CAM TOOL DESIGN
COMPUTER SKILLS
MICROSOFT OFFICE
Embedded Systems
Timeline
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLESHOOTING ENGINEER
FORD MOTOR COMPANY (Through HCL)
09.2024 - CurrentRead More
MOTOR VEHICLE INSPECTOR
Road Transport Department
05.2015 - 06.2023Read More
MAINTENANCE /VALIDATION ENGINEER
Vijay Auto Works
05.2006 - 05.2011Read More
Government College Of Engineering
BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING from MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
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MSME DI-INDO-GERMAN TOOL ROOM
POST DIPLOMA from CAD/CAM AND TOOL DESIGN
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Shri Ramdeobaba College of Engineering
MASTER OF TECHNOLOGY from INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING
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Lawrence Technological University
MASTER OF SCIENCE from QUALITY ENGINEERING
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