Pratap Naick
About Pratap Naick
Pratap Naick is a Product Engineer with extensive experience in the automotive industry, currently working at Navistar Inc since 2019. He holds a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis and has previously held positions at Eicher Engineering Solutions and General Motors.
Work at Navistar
Pratap Naick has been employed at Navistar Inc as a Product Engineer since 2019. He works in Rochester Hills, Michigan, where he applies his expertise in product design and testing. His role involves developing and optimizing vehicle systems to enhance performance and efficiency.
Education and Expertise
Pratap Naick holds a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis, which he completed from 1992 to 1994. He also earned a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from the College of Engineering, Trivandrum, from 1984 to 1988. His educational background supports his extensive knowledge in the Auto, Highway, and Defense industries.
Background
Before joining Navistar, Pratap Naick worked at General Motors as a Project Engineer from 2014 to 2019 in Pontiac, Michigan. He also served as a Lead Technical Specialist at Eicher Engineering Solutions from 2013 to 2014 in Farmington Hills, Michigan. His career spans multiple roles that emphasize product development and engineering.
Achievements
Pratap Naick has contributed to the field through various publications in SAE journals and conferences. He holds US patents and has developed Matlab-Simulink based models for fuel economy simulation across different vehicle types, including hybrid and electric vehicles. His work includes creating an application tool for sizing powertrain components based on vehicle performance requirements.
Technical Skills and Experience
Pratap Naick possesses significant expertise in conducting Dyno testing, data collection, and data analysis using tools such as INCA and MDA. His technical skills extend to finite element and range analysis, which are critical in the design and testing phases of vehicle engineering.