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Tanay Pathak

Los Angeles,CA

Summary

Dynamic electrical engineer with strong innovative ideas and collaborative tenacity to push bounds and develop cutting-edge solutions to everyday problems.

Niche expertise in low voltage product design and development from the ground up, including PCB design, sensor interfacing and power delivery systems along with a deep understanding of industrial organization.

Adept at programming, developing, and designing functional prototypes and circuit testing systems utilizing microcontrollers with a strong fundamental knowledge of electrical engineering principles.

Proficient in product performance test methodologies using Oscilloscopes, Functional generations, spectrum analyzers and automated testing equipments. Knowledge of MATLAB, LTSpice, Fusion 360, Digital Audio Workstation software, as well as programming languages Python and C

Highly focused and result-oriented displaying exceptional leadership qualities while fostering teamwork and collaboration to develop creative solutions.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Engineer 2, Product Analysis

Abbott
01.2024 - Current
  • Developed positive working relationships with stakeholders to effectively coordinate work activities.
  • Performed testing on Cardiac Rhythm Management devices to accurately determine cause of failures if any based on customer complaints
  • Wrote, reviewed and edited technical document in accordance with template requirements.
  • Tested all models of Pacer devices for various complaints ranging from battery issued to complex IC and hybrid anomalies
  • Used oscilloscopes, microscopes, x-ray machines, DMM to measure and test devices
  • Completed reports on testing documenting results in accordance with company and FDA standards
  • Successfully and accurately completed complex analysis on over 500 complaint returned devices while maintaining high efficiency to consistently have top completion rate while also training on new product launches
  • Used proprietary test systems as well as manual testing methodology to accurately analyze firmware, software and hardware functioning of devices
  • Created comprehensive test plans, test scripts, and use cases to support testing objectives
  • Tracked test reports and failures determined by root cause data trends
  • Researched new developments in testing methods and equipment and made recommendations to improve testing procedures
  • Engaged internal and external customers during planning and test phases to answer questions
  • Solved hardware and software interface issues to boost system integrity
  • Trained and mentored junior engineers, providing guidance and direction.

Reliability Engineer II

The Fountain Group - Abbott
02.2020 - 01.2024
  • Conducted failure analysis investigations to determine root causes, preventing repeat occurrences of critical equipment breakdowns.
  • Evaluated new technologies for potential implementation in existing systems, driving innovation and continuous improvement efforts.
  • Contributed to root cause analysis to determine core reason for failures and errors.
  • Enhanced product quality by implementing rigorous inspection procedures and conducting thorough root cause analysis.
  • Streamlined internal communication, fostering cross-functional collaboration between engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams.
  • Collaborated with R&D to integrate quality considerations into early design stages, enhancing product durability and functionality.
  • Consistently met project deadlines by efficiently managing time and resources, ensuring timely completion of tasks.

Independent Project

Purdue University
01.2019 - 05.2019
  • Guided product design team, as project leader, ensuring team integration, communication, and deadlines
  • Prototyped, designed, and tested temperature regulated hot-beverage mug with wireless charging capabilities
  • Innovated PCB physical and electrical designs within constraints and parameters
  • Established board and circuit design encompassing wireless power transfer, battery charge management, and power delivery systems for micro-controllers and communications using infrared
  • Devised simulations and analysis for subsystems using LTSpice to determine ideal system components from circuit behavior
  • Achieved successful mug test rate, resulting in ability to control temperature in range of +/- 0.5 degrees Celsius and wireless power transfer efficiency rate of 65%, with future project plans to achieve over 80% efficiency
  • Assembled prototype enclosure through CAD software and 3-D Printing, programmed microcontroller using Arduino and performed final power transmission efficiency measurements as well as analog signal tests to ensure long term performance.
  • Addressed design challenges and evaluated alternative design models to meet project requirements
  • Tested models of alternate designs and processing methods to assess feasibility and operating condition effects
  • Identified root cause for component failures through design review
  • Liaised with stakeholders to define and document design requirements
  • Supported engineering design development through analysis and simulation of prototypes and 3D computer models
  • Performed analysis on technical designs and prototypes in development stage
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to conceptualize and refine product concepts
  • Oversaw product development, design and releases for production

Education

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering

Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN
05.2019

Minor in Economics

Dean’s List and Semester Honors

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Electrical component integration
  • Breadboard prototype development
  • LabVIEW
  • Circuit diagnostics
  • Engineering documentation
  • PCB layout design
  • FEA and failure analysis
  • Signal generators
  • Python scripting
  • Test automation development
  • PCB troubleshooting
  • Matlab simulation
  • Oscilloscope proficiency
  • Analog and digital design
  • Spectrum analyzer operation
  • Test equipment operation
  • Circuit design

Timeline

Engineer 2, Product Analysis - Abbott
01.2024 - Current
Reliability Engineer II - The Fountain Group - Abbott
02.2020 - 01.2024
Independent Project - Purdue University
01.2019 - 05.2019
Purdue University - Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering

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