Vivek Vardhan Bonangi
About Vivek Vardhan Bonangi
Vivek Vardhan Bonangi is a Project Engineer at Navistar Inc., with a Master's Degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Bradley University. He has a strong background in control theory, automotive systems, and software development, with experience at Navistar Inc. and Cummins Inc.
Work at Navistar
Vivek Vardhan Bonangi currently serves as a Project Engineer at Navistar Inc, a position he has held since 2021. He is based in Lisle, Illinois, United States. Prior to this role, he worked as a Product Development Engineer at Navistar from 2017 to 2020. In his tenure at Navistar, he has contributed to various projects, leveraging his expertise in control theory and algorithms.
Education and Expertise
Vivek holds a Master’s Degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Bradley University, where he studied from 2015 to 2017. He also earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering from Acharya Nagarjuna University, completing his studies from 2011 to 2015. His academic background provides a solid foundation for his professional expertise in control theory, algorithms, and automotive systems.
Background
Before joining Navistar, Vivek worked at Cummins Inc. as a Software Systems Engineer from 2020 to 2021 in Talent, Oregon. His experience spans multiple roles in the engineering field, focusing on software development and system integration. He has developed a strong skill set in real-time model development and testing methodologies.
Technical Skills and Proficiencies
Vivek possesses a comprehensive understanding of SAE J1939 for CAN communication and is proficient in various testing methodologies, including software-in-loop, model-in-loop, and hardware-in-loop testing. He is skilled in using tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, Python, INCA, and dSPACE. His experience includes running Cycler testing, Packing testing, and Module testing for high voltage battery packs, as well as developing machine learning algorithms for embedded systems.
Industry Standards and Certifications
Vivek is trained in Automotive Functional Safety Standards, specifically ISO 26262. This knowledge enhances his ability to work on safety-critical systems within the automotive industry. His familiarity with industry standards ensures that his work aligns with regulatory requirements and best practices in automotive engineering.