Manoj Kumar Mahalingam
Principal Engineer @Mercedes-Benz Research And Development India
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WORK HISTORY
Principal Engineer @Mercedes-Benz Research And Development India
Bengaluru, IN
Leading cybersecurity initiatives across powertrain and eDrive systems, including penetration testing, security toolchains, and automated validation frameworks.Driving AI/ML-powered testing improvements, focusing on exploratory validation and predictive anomaly detection.Established automated penetration testing within HiL environments, significantly improving coverage and efficiency.Establishing base sw validation team and competency with alternate testing methodologiesArchitecture of eDrive system validation concept and frameworkPartnering with global teams to align cybersecurity and validation practices across projects.Mentoring and guiding engineers in next-generation validation, digitalization, and security best practices.
EDUCATION
Sri Jayachamarajendra College Of Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.), Electronics and Communications Engineering
Indian Institute of Science (IISc)
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Automotive Cybersecurity
SKILLS
ABOUT MANOJ KUMAR MAHALINGAM
I bring 13+ years of global experience spanning software development, HiL/SIL validation, hybrid and electric vehicle systems, and cybersecurity innovation. My career began with ECU software development at Bosch, progressed to leading validation projects at Mercedes-Benz R&D, and today extends into cybersecurity research as a PhD scholar at IISc.Over the past 6+ years, I’ve led teams and projects across Germany and China, delivering solutions that enhance system security, efficiency, and resilience. Key highlights include:Establishing automated penetration testing in HiL environments.Driving AI/ML initiatives for exploratory testing, anomaly detection, and validation improvements.Leading validation of powertrain, hybrid, and EV systems, focusing on torque coordination, energy management, and MB.OS.Building and mentoring teams to deliver innovative, high-quality solutions.I thrive at the intersection of automotive systems, cybersecurity, and AI/ML, bridging research with industry applications to enable future-ready mobility solutions. My foundational experiences also include collaboration and learning in Japan, which shaped my global perspective and approach to teamwork
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