Sunil Khilnani

About Sunil Khilnani

10+ years of experience in Engine Development, H-EV Development- Expertise with vehicle systems Electric powertrain, HVAC, Engine, Hybrid Controller, BMS- Experience with automotive test tools such as Vector CANoe/CANape, CANalyzer, Vehicle SPI. INCA, ATI- Experience working with high voltage systems (400V, 800V)- Hands ON experience with various lab instruments like Oscilloscope, debugger, HIL operation- Accomplished number of DFSS (design for six sigma) projects saving significant amount of dollars for the organization (Cummins INC)- Cummins INC Certified Six Sigma Green Belt expert ( DFSS tools (such as VOC, FMEA, 5-Why)- Ability to clearly discuss and communicate complex technical topics in a diverse multicultural environment- Experienced in requirements, work flow, and issue tracking tools ( e.g. JAMA, JIRA, etc.)- Comprehensive knowledge of OBD system functions and regulatory requirements- Experience with emissions test equipment (bench analyzers, PEMS, etc.)- Ability to execute and develop detailed testing plans and schedules- Experience with use and programming of automated testing and data analysis tools(ie. LabVIEW, Matlab, Simulink) and methods- Experience with testing and data acquisition systems in the automotive field (INCA)- Experience investigating issues firsthand with strong analysis and problem solving abilities- Experience with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Criteria Matrix and OBD Checklist for review with chief engineering and regulatory agency (CARB)- Lead discussing in OBD software issue investigations and support FMEA development for new diagnostic strategies with crossfunction team (BMS, HCU, HVAC)- Lead and prepared Software/Algorithm Change Requests for modified or new electrified diagnostic strategies or Gasoline OBD control algorithms- Analyzed new vehicle Propulsion System Network Topology Diagrams and Hardware Schematics and identify all required diagnostics for the target market- Prepared cert documentation required by Vehicle Safety Regulatory Compliance department as deemed necessary by the either Electrified OBD Team Lead- Lead electrified Propulsion System Requirements and developed OBD communication strategies in accordance with Unified Diagnostic Specification (UDS) and ISO standards 14229-1, 15765-x

Experience

1. Senior Staff Engineer

   Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies

   Nov 2024 — Present

Education

• Sardar Patel University

  Bachelor’s Degree, Mechanical

  2003 — 2007

• Michigan Technological University

  Master’s Degree, Mechanical

  2009 — 2010

Skills

• Microsoft Office
• Ms Project
• Green Belt
• Dfmea
• Engine Cooling
• Automotive
• Emissions Testing
• Condensers
• Heat Transfer
• Simulink
• Fuel Economy
• C++
• Mechanical Engineering
• Team Motivation
• Autocad
• Automation
• Catalyst
• Dfss Green Belt
• Teamwork
• Diesel Engine
• Data Analysis
• Simulations
• Engine Performance
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Transmission
• Project Management
• Drag Racing
• Calibration
• Project Engineering
• Fmea
• Vehicles
• Concerto
• Microsoft Project
• Powertrain
• Matlab
• Project Planning
• Scr
• Leadership
• Six Sigma
• Engineering