Dayanand Chougule

1. Leading the E&E engineering team, managing vehicle E&E development from concept to production with focus on quality, cost efficiency, customer satisfaction. 2. Working closely with global R&D teams at MAN Germany, SCANIA Sweden, and VWCO Brazil for knowledge exchange and integrated product development. 3, Orchestrating development roadmaps covering hardware design, vehicle integration, wiring layout, software testing, and system-level testing. 4. Directing localization and cost optimization initiatives

• Directed vehicle electrical and electronics design for Bharat Benz truck platforms ensuring functionality and reliability. • Managed powertrain electronic systems development, including engine harnesses, sensors, and instrument clusters. • Oversaw driver information systems and central powertrain controller functions. • Coordinated with suppliers and internal teams for component localization and adapting global designs to Indian conditions.

• Directed design and development of automotive electronics and mechatronic systems for powertrain, body electronics, and infotainment applications. • Established EMC and environmental testing processes, including copyrighted internal validation standards. • Collaborated with global suppliers such as Bosch, Continental, Delphi, Valeo, BorgWarner, and AFS for component integration and validation. • Led network reliability testing, vehicle function validation, and supplier dev. for electrical components.

• Designed engine electrical systems, including magnetos, CDI units, throttle-based ignition units, HT coils, wiring harnesses, and starter systems. • Executed value engineering and cost optimization to enhance product efficiency. • Developed component specifications and test standards. • Contributed to vendor rationalization, quality improvement, and 0-based costing. • Supported electrical system design and integration for motorcycles and scooters.