Hardik Gurav
About Hardik Gurav
Hardik Gurav is a Systems Integration Engineer IV at MTS Systems Corporation, with a background in mechanical engineering and extensive experience in vehicle instrumentation and test systems. He has worked in various engineering roles, including research and teaching positions at the University of Cincinnati, and has contributed significantly to product development and customer support.
Work at MTS Systems
Hardik Gurav has been employed at MTS Systems Corporation since 2022 as a Systems Integration Engineer IV. In this role, he integrates mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, controls, and software subsystems for ground vehicle durability and performance test systems valued at $12 million. Prior to his current position, he served as a Systems Integration Engineer III at the same company from 2019 to 2022. During his tenure, he contributed significantly to the development of the pRPC Module in RPC Connect, dedicating 1000 hours to its development and supporting software testing.
Education and Expertise
Hardik Gurav holds a Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering with a focus on Structural Dynamics from the University of Cincinnati, where he studied from 2016 to 2019. He also earned a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Pune, completing his studies there from 2012 to 2016. His educational background is complemented by practical experience gained through various internships and research roles, including work as a Graduate Researcher at the Structural Dynamics Research Lab at the University of Cincinnati.
Background
Before joining MTS Systems, Hardik Gurav accumulated diverse experience in engineering roles. He worked as a Graduate Teaching Assistant at the University of Cincinnati in multiple labs, including Circuits and Sensing Lab and Engineering Design Graphics. His earlier positions included internships at Soma Enterprise Ltd., KSB Tech Private Limited, and KSB Pumps Limited, where he gained insights into production, design, and operations within the engineering field.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Hardik Gurav has delivered consulting services worth $1 million globally in areas such as vehicle instrumentation, RLDA, test fixture development, and NVH testing. He has also played a key role in supporting the Application and Sales team, helping secure opportunities valued at $3 million through technical discussions. Additionally, he has developed and delivered 2000 hours of training on MTS' complex vehicle test systems and related technologies.
Professional Experience
Hardik Gurav's professional experience includes significant roles in various engineering capacities. He served as an Applied Mechanics Engineer Co-op at Cummins Inc. for six months in 2018 and held multiple teaching assistant positions at the University of Cincinnati. His internships provided him with hands-on experience in design and operations, contributing to his comprehensive understanding of the engineering landscape.