Kiran Thorat
About Kiran Thorat
Kiran Thorat is a Senior Project Engineer at Navistar Inc, specializing in embedded software and DFMEA methodologies. He holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering from Pune University and has extensive experience in software engineering roles across various companies.
Work at Navistar
Kiran Thorat has been employed at Navistar Inc as a Senior Project Engineer since 2021. He is based in Lisle, Illinois, United States. In this role, he is involved in various projects that require his expertise in engineering and project management. His responsibilities include overseeing project development and ensuring that engineering standards are met.
Previous Experience at KPIT
Before joining Navistar, Kiran Thorat worked at KPIT for a total of seven years. He served as a Senior Software Engineer from 2014 to 2017 and later as a Technical Lead from 2017 to 2021, both positions based in Columbus, Indiana. His work involved leading software development initiatives and managing technical teams, contributing to the advancement of automotive software solutions.
Education and Expertise
Kiran Thorat earned his Bachelor of Engineering (BE) degree in Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering from Pune University, completing his studies from 2006 to 2010. He possesses expertise in Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA), a critical methodology for identifying potential failure modes in systems. Additionally, he has strong skills in MATLAB and Simulink, which are essential tools for modeling and simulation in engineering.
Background in Embedded Software
Kiran Thorat has a solid background in embedded software, which is vital for the development of automotive systems. His experience in this area enhances his ability to contribute effectively to projects that require integration of hardware and software components, particularly in the automotive industry.
Early Career at KPIT Infosystem Limited
Kiran began his career at KPIT Infosystem Limited as a Software Engineer, where he worked from 2011 to 2014 in Pune, Maharashtra, India. This role provided him with foundational experience in software development and engineering principles, setting the stage for his subsequent positions in the industry.