Aakash Patel
Battery Validation Engineer at Caterpillar| Freudenberg e-Power Systems| CU-ICAR | Eclipse Racing | Supercut Engineering Works
- Role
- Battery Validation Engineer at Caterpillar Inc.
- Location
- Peoria, IL, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Aakash Patel
I am a Battery Systems Engineer with hands-on experience in battery development, validation, and compliance within the automotive and energy sectors. At Freudenberg e-Power Systems - Xalt Energy, I collaborate with homologation services, lead prototype teardown analyses, and support design validation to optimize battery performance and safety.I hold an M.S. in Automotive Engineering from Clemson University and a Bachelor\'s in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Mumbai. My academic projects include hybrid powertrain simulations, engine calibrations, and electric vehicle design.With strong leadership experience from Eclipse Racing, where I led the design of a formula student vehicle, I am skilled in a wide range of design and simulation tools, with specialized knowledge in battery testing and functional safety. I\'m passionate about driving innovation in battery systems and powertrain technologies for sustainable automotive solutions
Experience
Battery Validation Engineer
Oct 2025 — Present · Chillicothe, IL, US
Test Strategy & Compliance: Author comprehensive test plans and procedures for next-generation battery modules and packs, ensuring strict adherence to standards, design requirements, and safety regulations.• Product Verification: Execute rigorous electrical and mechanical End-of-Line (EOL) checkouts for prototype and production-level battery systems to ensure hardware integrity prior to validation testing and customer delivery.• Root Cause Analysis (RCA): Lead deep-dive investigations into post-test failures and field-returned assets; identify failure modes (thermal, mechanical, or electrical) to drive design improvements for subsequent prototype iterations.• Field Support & Remediation: Manage the technical resolution of customer field issues, performing hands-on troubleshooting and repairs to restore battery functionality and maintain high reliability standards.• Data Synthesis & Reporting: Utilize data analysis tools to interpret complex post-test datasets, translating technical performance metrics into actionable insights and executive-level briefings for senior management.
Education
University of Mumbai
BE - Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
2017 — 2021
Clemson University International Center for Automotive Research
Master of Science - MS, Automotive Engineering
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