Rakesha G
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Lead Hardware Design Engineer
BOSCH GLOBAL SOFTWARE TECHNOLOGIES · May 2022 – Present
- Lead the hardware design and validation of multi-channel sensor interface modules for ECU and VCU platforms, supporting critical inputs like Crank/Cam position, pressure, and temperature sensors(NTC/PTC).
- Designed high-accuracy voltage and temperature sensing circuits for BMS modules, ensuring measurement precision across automotive temperature ranges (-40° C to +125° C).
- Partnered with Software and Systems teams to define API/scaling factors for sensor data, ensuring seamless integration between hardware signals and control algorithms.
- Currently leading hardware design of Cell Supervision Circuit (CSC) for automotive Battery Management Systems using BMAxxxx ASIC.
- Responsible for cell voltage monitoring and signal acquisition architecture for multi-cell battery packs.
- Integrated battery monitoring ASIC with microcontroller interface and daisy chain communication.
- Developed cell balancing circuits ensuring safe and efficient energy distribution across cells.
- Implemented hardware safety mechanisms aligned with automotive functional safety requirements.
- Also meantainence of BS_RTC, BS_Flexin, BS_PSI5, BS_SMI860 and other developed modules.
- Design, Development and testing of sensor IO modules for ECUs (Engine contolr Unit) and VCUs (Vehicle Control Unit) for desiel and Gasoline engines
- Complete module desing responsibility as per V-model
- Requirement specification preparation and e-signature
- WCA in MathCAD, Simulation in LT spice & PSPICE
- Schematic and part list preparation and release in SAP
- Test specification sheet preparation & Module verification
- FMEA preparation & Design specification preparation
Senior Hardware Design Engineer
SPARK MINDA TECHNICAL CENTER · Feb 2020 – Apr 2022
- Designed hardware for segmented LCD-based instrument cluster.
- Integrated immobilizer system for vehicle security.
- Developed flasher control circuits for turn indicators.
- Implemented vehicle signal interfacing (speed, fuel level, indicators).
- Ensured compliance with automotive electrical and environmental requirements.
- Worked on next-generation instrument cluster with segmented LCD and TFT display.
- Integrated Bluetooth module for mobile connectivity features.
- Supported hardware design for communication interfaces.
- Collaborated with firmware team for feature integration and validation.
Hardware Design Engineer
AUTOCOP INDIA PVT. LTD. · Jul 2017 – Jan 2020
- Executed end-to-end hardware development for multiple automotive body electronics modules, including lighting, driver assistance, and comfort systems.
- Owned complete product lifecycle activities from requirement definition to validation and production release, ensuring compliance with automotive standards and customer specifications.
- Designed hardware for automatic headlamp control systems.
- Implemented ambient light sensing and control logic interface.
- Developed automotive-grade power and protection circuits.
- Ensured robust operation under automotive transient conditions.
- Developed hardware for ultrasonic-based parking assistance systems.
- Designed signal conditioning and interface circuits.
- Supported integration with vehicle communication networks.
- Contributed to system validation and real-time testing.
- Designed control electronics for mirror folding mechanisms.
- Implemented motor driver and protection circuits.
- Ensured reliability under varying load and environmental conditions.
- Developed interior lighting control module.
- Designed driver circuits for LED-based lighting.
- Optimized power consumption and thermal performance.
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Education
B.E., Electronics & Communication
RNSIT, Visvesvaraya Technological University, Belagavi. · 2014 — 2017
Diploma, Electronics & Communication
GPT Harihara, Department of Technical Education, Bengaluru. · 2011 — 2014
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You meticulously apply established standards and processes to ensure the precision and compliance of complex hardware designs.
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You excel in teams that value deep technical expertise, adherence to standards, and a structured approach to complex hardware development.
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