Gokulan Udayakumar
About Gokulan Udayakumar
Gokulan Udayakumar is a Commercial Vehicle Test & Development Planner at Ford Motor Company, with extensive experience in the automotive industry, particularly in exhaust systems. He holds a Master's Degree in Automotive Engineering from Coventry University and has worked in various engineering roles at notable companies such as Tata Consultancy Services, Jaguar Land Rover, and Ford.
Work at Ford Motor Company
Gokulan Udayakumar currently holds the position of Commercial Vehicle Test & Development Planner at Ford Motor Company, a role he has occupied since 2021. Prior to this position, he worked as an Exhaust CAE Analyst at Ford from 2013 to 2021 at the Dunton Technical Center. His experience at Ford has contributed to his expertise in the automotive sector, particularly in the testing and development of commercial vehicles.
Education and Expertise
Gokulan Udayakumar has a strong educational background in engineering. He earned a Master’s Degree in Automotive Engineering from Coventry University, studying from 2009 to 2010. He also holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Coimbatore Institute of Technology, where he studied from 2003 to 2007. Additionally, he completed high school with a focus on Mathematics and Computer Science at RSK from 2001 to 2003. His expertise includes proficiency in software tools such as Nastran, Abaqus, and nCode for conducting thermal, durability, and fatigue analysis.
Background in Automotive Industry
Gokulan Udayakumar has extensive experience in the automotive industry, having worked in various roles that enhance his skills in computer-aided engineering (CAE). Before joining Ford, he worked at Jaguar Land Rover as a CAE Analyst from 2011 to 2013 in Coventry, United Kingdom. He also served as an Assistant System Engineer at Tata Consultancy Services from 2007 to 2009 in Chennai, India. His background includes a focus on exhaust systems, where he applied his analytical skills in CAE.
Professional Development and Business Acumen
In addition to his technical skills, Gokulan Udayakumar has a strong background in business development within the automotive industry. His roles have required him to integrate technical knowledge with business strategies, enhancing his ability to contribute to organizational goals. His experience across different companies and positions has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the automotive market and its dynamics.