Tejas Sawant
About Tejas Sawant
Tejas Sawant is a Sr. Functional Safety Engineer at Motional, where he has worked since 2020. He has a background in mechanical engineering and experience in various roles within the automotive industry, including positions at Rivian, Ford Motor Company, and Cummins Inc.
Work at Motional
Tejas Sawant has been employed at Motional since 2020, serving as a Senior Functional Safety Engineer. In this role, he focuses on ensuring the functional safety of autonomous vehicle systems. His responsibilities include developing and implementing safety processes that align with industry standards, particularly ISO26262. His work contributes to the advancement of safe autonomous driving technologies.
Previous Experience in the Automotive Industry
Prior to joining Motional, Tejas Sawant worked at Rivian as a Powertrain Engineer from 2017 to 2020. He also held the position of Electrified Powertrain Controls Engineer at Ford Motor Company for one year, from 2016 to 2017. Earlier in his career, he briefly worked at Cummins Inc. as a Diesel Engine Calibration and Troubleshooting Engineer in 2015. This diverse experience in various roles within the automotive sector has equipped him with a broad understanding of vehicle systems.
Education and Expertise
Tejas Sawant holds a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering with a concentration in Mechatronics from Purdue University, where he studied from 2013 to 2015. He also earned a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Mumbai, completing his studies from 2008 to 2011. Additionally, he obtained a Diploma in Engineering from Thakur Polytechnic between 2005 and 2008. His educational background supports his expertise in design verification and functional safety.
Technical Skills and Certifications
Tejas Sawant possesses specialized knowledge in various technical areas, including design verification plans and Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEAs). He has extensive experience applying ISO26262 standards for functional safety and technical safety methods. Furthermore, he is proficient in CAN (CODE J1939) and LIN communication protocols. He holds SAE certification as a controls systems engineer, specifically for Diesel Engines.