Abhijit Sonje
About Abhijit Sonje
Abhijit Sonje is a Principal Engineer specializing in Test and Verification at Motional, with extensive experience in autonomous vehicle validation and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). He holds a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering from The Ohio State University and has worked in various engineering roles across multiple companies, focusing on vehicle validation processes.
Current Role at Motional
Abhijit Sonje currently holds the position of Principal Engineer, Test and V&V at Motional, a role he has occupied since 2023. In this capacity, he focuses on the testing and validation of autonomous vehicles and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). His work involves utilizing advanced testing equipment and methodologies to ensure the reliability and safety of vehicle systems.
Previous Experience at Motional
Prior to his current role, Abhijit Sonje worked at Motional as a Technical Lead and Senior Validation Engineer from 2021 to 2023. He also served as an Autonomous Vehicle Validation Engineer from 2020 to 2021. His tenure at Motional has been marked by significant contributions to the validation processes of autonomous vehicle technologies.
Education and Expertise
Abhijit Sonje earned a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from The Ohio State University, where he concentrated on Finite Element Modeling, Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE), and System Modeling from 2016 to 2018. He also holds a Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Mechanical Engineering from Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani, completed in 2015. His academic background supports his expertise in vehicle validation and testing.
Work History and Roles
Abhijit Sonje has a diverse work history that includes roles at various organizations. He worked as an R&D Engineer focusing on ADAS Testing and Autonomous Vehicle Validation at Transportation Research Center Inc. from 2019 to 2020. Additionally, he held positions at Aptiv and Crompton Greaves, contributing to his extensive experience in vehicle validation and testing.
Technical Skills and Tools
Abhijit Sonje possesses skills in using Vector tools for vehicle validation processes. He has expertise in operating advanced testing equipment, including AB Dynamics GST, LaunchPad, 4active pedestrian targets, and Oxford RT. His technical skills are essential for conducting thorough testing and validation of autonomous vehicle systems.