Rakesh Ghai
About Rakesh Ghai
Rakesh Ghai is a Solutions Engineering Manager at Simply NUC with a background in computer engineering and extensive experience in software development and hardware description languages. He has a strong focus on problem-solving through statistical analysis and has held significant roles in the technology sector for over two decades.
Work at Simply NUC
Rakesh Ghai serves as the Solutions Engineering Manager at Simply NUC, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing engineering solutions and ensuring that products meet customer requirements. His work involves collaboration with various teams to enhance product offerings and improve customer satisfaction. Ghai's expertise in technical training and documentation contributes to the development of team capabilities, facilitating efficient project execution.
Education and Expertise
Rakesh Ghai earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) from The University of Texas at Austin, where he studied Computer Engineering from 1988 to 1992. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his technical skills. Ghai has developed expertise in various software development IDEs, including CodeWarrior, MULTI, and Workbench. He is also skilled in hardware description languages like Verilog, which supports his work in circuit design and simulation.
Background
Before joining Simply NUC, Rakesh Ghai worked at NXP, following its acquisition of Freescale Semiconductor. He held the position of Senior Applications Engineer in the Digital Networking Division from 2001 to 2016 in Austin, TX. During his 15 years at NXP, he gained extensive experience in debugging and testing products, ensuring quality and performance. His background includes strong capabilities in statistical and Pareto analysis, which he applies to problem-solving in engineering contexts.
Technical Skills
Rakesh Ghai possesses a diverse set of technical skills relevant to engineering and product development. He is proficient in scripting languages such as Perl and Tcl, which enhance his software development capabilities. Ghai utilizes circuit simulation tools like SPICE and IBIS for modeling and analysis. Additionally, he is experienced in using communication protocols including I2C and SPI, and he conducts schematic reviews to ensure design accuracy and functionality.