Shivaraj Kathirvel
About Shivaraj Kathirvel
Shivaraj Kathirvel is a Component Engineer specializing in analog circuit designs using operational amplifiers. He has extensive experience in hardware engineering and has worked for several companies, including Soliton Technologies, e-con Systems, and SnapEDA.
Work at SnapEDA
Shivaraj Kathirvel has been employed at SnapEDA as a Component Engineer since 2020. In this role, he focuses on the design and development of electronic components, leveraging his expertise in analog circuit designs and high-speed electronic systems. His responsibilities include collaborating with PCB fabrication and assembly houses to facilitate the transition of prototypes to mass manufacturing.
Previous Experience in Engineering
Prior to his current position, Shivaraj Kathirvel held several engineering roles. He worked at Soliton Technologies as a Senior Project Engineer from 2009 to 2011, and at Identiv as a Lead Hardware Engineer from 2011 to 2017. He also served as a Tech Lead at Honeywell for four months in 2017, and as a Senior Hardware Engineer at e-con Systems from 2017 to 2019. His experience includes working as a Hardware Engineer at Aversan Inc. from 2019 to 2020.
Education and Expertise
Shivaraj Kathirvel earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering from the Madras Institute of Technology Campus, completing his studies from 2005 to 2009. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his specialization in analog circuit designs and high-speed electronic systems, ensuring compliance with electromagnetic and safety standards.
Technical Skills and Tools
Shivaraj Kathirvel possesses proficiency in various software and tools essential for electronic design. He utilizes Altium Designer, Orcad Capture, and Allegro PCB Design in his work. Additionally, he is skilled in LabVIEW, Mneumonics coding, and Verilog, which enhances his capabilities in hardware engineering and project development.
Product Design and Development
Throughout his career, Shivaraj Kathirvel has designed a range of electronic products, including RF ID readers, security control panels, proximity sensors, surveillance cameras, web cameras, and machine vision systems. His experience encompasses cost estimation, component sourcing, and maintaining the Bill of Materials (BOM) for various electronic projects.