RaviChandra Veerachar

Own end-to-end hardware delivery for instrument cluster products across multiple India OEM programs, from requirements capture and architecture reviews through schematic oversight, DV/PV validation, and production release. Led cross-functional hardware/software teams (15+ engineers) with structured governance, achieving 95%+ on-time delivery and reducing manual testing effort by 60% via targeted a

Led end-to-end design, development, and qualification of Toyota Genuine Accessories for Middle East markets, coordinating integration with vehicle electronics and CAN/LIN networks to meet Toyota quality standards and deliver on-time SOP across concurrent programs. Built test setups and automation frameworks for pre-vehicle validation, engineered Arduino-based CAN/LIN bus simulators, and automated

Led the software development and validation team for a Body Control Module (BCM) program, managing sprint planning, defect triage, and release management across multiple software baselines. Drove ASPICE process governance across Continental locations (India, Germany, Romania), ensuring process-group compliance and audit readiness.

Directed cross-functional BCM development and validation by managing requirements traceability, test-case coverage, and defect-resolution cycles. Contributed to achieving a formal ASPICE assessment ahead of schedule, strengthening OEM competitiveness and receiving positive customer feedback.

Led hardware architecture, design, development, and validation of a High-Performance Computer (HPC) ECU consolidating functions across next-generation vehicle E/E architecture using CAN/CAN-FD and Automotive Ethernet. Established and equipped a Bangalore DV/PV hardware lab, performed signal-integrity analysis, and executed EMI/EMC pre-compliance measurements to de-risk certification testing.

Served as technical point-of-contact for OEM acquisition by gathering technical requirements, defining hardware scope, and authoring detailed BCM proposal documents. Led systematic root-cause analysis of critical field failures using 8D and fault-tree analysis, and built functional validation and automotive Ethernet test setups including BroadR-Reach verification.

Delivered aerospace engine-control electronics refresh and value engineering by resolving component-to-obsolescence (CTO) issues through alternate component qualification and re-validation. Led complete redesign of legacy multi-board controllers into single PCB solutions, executing schematic capture, PCB layout, bring-up, and qualification testing including temperature cycling, vibration, and DO-1

Designed and developed Engine Management ECU hardware for diesel passenger cars and light-duty vehicles, covering emission-control subsystems and in-vehicle measurement campaigns with EMI/EMC testing (CISPR 25, ISO 11452). Spearheaded the eCAD transition for chassis systems by migrating schematic capture, netlist generation, BOM management, and ECN processing to the India centre using tools like Z

Designed a 5KVA variable-frequency inverter using IGBT power modules with selectable PWM strategies for variable-speed industrial motor control. Built an embedded steam-sterilisation controller using an Atmel 89C51 microcontroller, including HMI-driven multi-step sterilisation cycle control and verification.

Performed conducted immunity EMC testing on industrial coil-winding machines (IEC 61000-4 series) and resolved EMI coupling paths impacting controller operation. Designed and modified coil-winding machines and control-panel layouts using AutoCAD and ORCAD, supporting commissioning and preventive maintenance at customer sites.

Pursuing a Doctorate in Intelligent & Autonomous Cyber-Physical Systems at BITS Pilani (Hyderabad Campus) since 2020.

Grade: CGPA: 6.71

Completed an M.Tech in Electronic System Design Engineering at Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences (CGPA: 6.71).

Grade: 71.12%

Earned a B.E. in Electronics & Communication Engineering from VTU (completed 2005; 71.12%).

Grade: 76.33%

Completed PUC (12th) at S. Nijalingappa College, Bangalore (76.33%).

Grade: 81.12%

Completed SSLC (10th) at M.E.C High School, Bangalore (81.12%).