Pralhad Konnur

About Pralhad Konnur

When both hemispheres of the human brain work together, they can do remarkable things in service of society!What I do (keeping it simple):I manage global wireless regulatory certifications for medical and non‑medical devices, ensuring compliance across RF, EMC, spectrum, and exposure requirements throughout the product lifecycle. I work closely with R&D, quality, and regulatory teams to guide wireless design decisions, develop compliant RF and EMC solutions, and produce and maintain global radio regulatory technical files.My role involves securing and sustaining certifications worldwide, coordinating with external test labs and certification bodies, and staying current on evolving wireless technologies. Most importantly, I help ensure that wireless functionality is implemented safely and reliably, without compromising patient safety or product performance.I enjoy translating complex RF regulations into clear, actionable guidance that enables innovation while maintaining global compliance.

Experience

1. Regulatory Affairs Specialist, Radio Frequency

   Medtronic

   Feb 2022 — Present · Lafayette, CO, US

   Develop and execute global RF and wireless regulatory strategies for new and sustaining surgical products to enable worldwide market accessEnsure compliance with RF, EMC, spectrum, and exposure regulations across the full product lifecycle for Medtronic and third‑party wireless devicesLead global RF certifications and registrations (FCC, ISED, EU RED, UK, MIC, KC, ANATEL, NCC, etc.), including submissions, renewals, and post‑market changesEvaluate wireless designs, RF modules, antennas, frequencies, power levels, and coexistence to define certification pathways and risk mitigation plansPrepare and maintain RF regulatory documentation such as EU RED technical files, UK Declarations of Conformity, RF exposure assessments, and compliance rationalesReview and approve RF and EMC test plans, protocols, and laboratory reports, ensuring alignment with regulatory and engineering requirementsManage RF labeling and country‑specific certification requirements, including centralized tracking of RF labels and approvalsProvide cross‑functional regulatory guidance on wireless design integration, testing, labeling, and change impact assessmentsServe as the primary interface with external test labs, certification bodies, and global regulatory agencies, supporting audits and technical discussionsDrive continuous improvement of RF regulatory processes and global alignment, while mentoring teams on RF compliance fundamentals

Education

• Rochester Institute of Technology

  Master of Science - MS, Telecommunications Engineering Technology

  2019 — 2021

• University of Mumbai

  Bachelor of Engineering - BE, Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering

  2014 — 2018