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Raghu Bandaru

Peoria,IL

Summary

  • Over 6 years of expertise in component design and development with leading DC-DC Converters and Power Distribution Unit (PDU) projects
  • Developed product strategies for DC-DC converter and Power Distribution units for the Caterpillar Electrification Projects
  • Dedicated professional with a passion to learn emerging technologies and innovation
  • Patent pending with US Patents office (Ref: 23-1148W001) with the application title Fuse Group Assembly for a power converter assembly
  • Attended IVT conference 2024 at Chicago to stay updated with latest technologies in electrification

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Power Electronics Component Lead

Caterpillar
08.2022 - Current
  • Collaborated with the Power Electronics technical experts and system engineering leads to establish the application architecture and Functional requirements for DC-DC Converters and PDUs
  • Worked with NPI & NTI machine/product programs Detailed collaboration with the global technical teams and process partners
  • Designed and the released prints and 3D models in Team center
  • Played an active role in supplier selection and development of the potential suppliers by evaluating the product design and Pugh matrix
  • Identified and worked with Caterpillar Subject matter experts on aspects of the design and assembly
  • Perform complete requirements generation, component design, simulation, validation and production development for new DC-DC converters and PDUs
  • Proficient in CAD 3D Modelling and demonstrated understanding of mechanical & electrical systems
  • Experienced in quality tools including FMEA, APQP, PPAP and NPI resolution process
  • Profound Knowledge in industry standards like ISO, SAE, IEC and MIL
  • Strong understanding of product testing approaches, techniques and tools; ability to design, plan and execute testing strategies and tactics to ensure product quality at all stages of manufacturing
  • Coordinated execution of test plans, including resources, strategy, schedules, processes and tools
  • Also ensured testing considerations are incorporated into the system design
  • Closely reviewed supplier agreements like development and commercial agreements including Program description for the joint development

VDC Engineer

Shaw Electric Co.
02.2021 - 07.2022
  • Developed 3D electrical installation models based on customer contracts
  • Coordinated BIM models with contract document drawings and specifications
  • Documentation of the modifications discussed through Coordination meetings with HVAC, Fire Alarm, Plumbing and Structures group
  • Worked with Project Manager to develop the Project schedules and meet the deadlines
  • Populating the model with electrical and data devices based on the contract drawings
  • Identified conflicts, evaluate field problems and issue RFIs as per VDC guidelines for standards and project specific requirements
  • Release shop floor drawings with proper dimensions and annotations and release As-builts
  • Reviewed the submittals for the specifications, sizing of the equipment and their clearance
  • Distributed new and revised models showing changes with revisions and RFI answers as needed to the field

Mechanical Design Engineer

Shrock Manufacturing Inc.
07.2020 - 01.2021
  • Modelled the fixture for the fabrication of U-bracket on plate for wall-mount bracket
  • Designed the seat belt components like D-Ring, Roller and Hold down plate from concept through to production for Pedestal
  • Supported basic CAD revisions, including layouts and detail drawings in accordance to standards
  • Developed accurate component level prints with proper application of GD&T to ensure overall assembly requirements are met
  • Responsible for communicating the changes through signoffs on the Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) and Fixture Deviation Notice for the Design Team
  • Assigned Part-numbers with their associated BOMs and Routings in the Made2Manage ERP
  • Conducted Root cause analysis for Return parts and supported plan for containment and irreversible corrective action as part of warranty claims

Product Engineer

Manish Industries Pvt Ltd
07.2016 - 08.2018
  • Designed and Performed analysis on different automotive parts like bearings and brackets
  • Conducted ANOVA using Minitab to get the optimized machining parameters of the product
  • Resolved quality issues by implementing various methods like 8D, Fish bone diagram, six sigma to ensure timely corrective action
  • Validate and evaluate material compatibility for brackets which reduced the internal rejects
  • Solved complex problem by breaking it down into its component parts

Education

Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering

University of Michigan
Dearborn
04.2020

Master of Science - CAD/CAM

National Institute of Technology (NIT)
Warangal, India
06.2016

Bachelors in Engineering (B.E) - Production Engineering

Osmania University (OU)
Hyderabad, India
05.2013

Skills

  • 3D Modelling (Creo/Catia)
  • Requirements gathering
  • Quality Tools (PPAP, FMEA, 8D, APQP)
  • ERP (Teamcenter, Made2Manage)
  • Electrical Safety and Industry standards (ISO, SAE, MIL, IEC)
  • Print releasing
  • GD&T
  • Pugh Matrix
  • Systems Engineering
  • Project Management

Timeline

Power Electronics Component Lead

Caterpillar
08.2022 - Current

VDC Engineer

Shaw Electric Co.
02.2021 - 07.2022

Mechanical Design Engineer

Shrock Manufacturing Inc.
07.2020 - 01.2021

Product Engineer

Manish Industries Pvt Ltd
07.2016 - 08.2018

Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering

University of Michigan

Master of Science - CAD/CAM

National Institute of Technology (NIT)

Bachelors in Engineering (B.E) - Production Engineering

Osmania University (OU)

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