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Vijendra Sharma

FEA Expert | Simulation driven design solutions

West Godavari

15+ years of work experience

Visteon India
Jan 202610 mosPresent

On-site

Responsible for structural, dynamic and head impact performance evaluation and optimization of display modules, BLU (Back Light Unit), infotainment systems, EV components, and advanced cockpit solutions to ensure reliability, durability, and superior user experience.
ZF Group
Jan 20242 yrs 1 moJan 2026

Hyderabad, Telangana, India

Led NVH, Durability, and Rotor Dynamic simulations, coordinating project-level simulation activities for specific program. Led the OKR initiative at the department level. Successfully completed 4+ test correlation studies, 5+ optimization studies, and developed 5+ simulation methodologies, including advance topics like segmented rotor/stator, carbon tape rotors, PSM, ASM, and SESM motors. Overseeing team members technologically - Drive issue resolution, mentor team members, provide comprehensive training, and ensure defect-free simulation deliverables through rigorous reviews. Proactively led and inspired the team to drive innovation, resulting in 52+ disclosures and 5+ patent filing from team within a year.
ZF Group
May 20212 yrs 8 mosDec 2023

Hyderabad, Telangana, India

e-Traction motor simulations Having Techno-Managerial skills Durability / NVH / Optimizations/ Test Correlations
ZF Group
Jan 20192 yrs 4 mosApr 2021

Greater Hyderabad Area

Working on e-traction motor Durability / NVH analysis/ Rotor dynamic analysis Test vs FEA correlation Design optimizations Basic understanding of multi-physic simulations
Delphi Technical Center India ( TCI)
Aug 20162 yrs 6 mosJan 2019

Bangalore

• Enhanced the design and performance of power electronic components, infotainment, sensors, brackets, and display modules by spearheading FE analyses, including non-linear static, drop, NVH (Modal, Harmonic, Shock Load, Random Vibration), and fatigue assessments. • Successfully executed 3 test correlation activities and 2 failure investigation, aligning FEA results with shaker tests, correlating fatigue failure locations, and resolving connector issues to enhance design reliability. • Improved 10-30% accuracy by developing a CTE mismatch analysis methodology incorporating flow and cross-flow plastic properties for power temperature cycles, leveraging DIGIMAT for advanced material mapping. • Proficient in using simulation tools such as HyperMesh, ANSYS and Abaqus, with strong hands-on experience in finite element analysis and model development.
Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India
Apr 20151 yr 5 mosAug 2016

Bangalore

• Optimized 10+ designs by conducted in-depth strength analysis of key automatic transmission components, including planet carriers, coupling flange, clutch packs, and housings under various operational loads. • 20% to 30% stress reduction by leading the evaluation of 7-speed and 9-speed gearbox shaft assemblies under diverse gear load conditions. • Developed coupled temperature-displacement analysis of clutch packs, developing advanced 3D models to accurately predict heat distribution from friction. • Filed two patents during my tenure at MBRDI—one in the e-motor domain and the other related to differential housing, both filed in India.
General Motors
Aug 20113 yrs 9 mosApr 2015

Bangalore

• Expert in e-traction motor simulations and power electronic component analysis, excelling in NVH, non-linear static, explicit/implicit dynamic analysis, fatigue calculations, and multi-physics simulations. Also worked on power electronic components. • Led 7+ major optimization studies, including housing design refinement for vibration loads and rotor design under operating loads. Also got reward & recognition (Applause). • Conducted 3 test correlation studies for rotor spin/burst tests, shaker test data, and fatigue failures. Optimized FE models using test insights to enhance correlation accuracy and predictive simulation reliability. • Conducted fatigue analysis using ANSYS nCode for vibration loads. • Developed 4+ advanced simulation methods, such as modal dynamic analysis of cable assemblies to estimate reaction forces at zip ties, implicit dynamic analysis of beauty covers, and sealing analysis addressing hyperelastic behavior of seals.. • Performed RCA of a critical HV connector failure issue by executing implicit dynamic analysis to evaluate contact variation & coupled electrical-thermal-structural analysis, earning recognition with a 'Pat on the Back' award. • Worked on explicit dynamic analysis of Beauty cover involving hyper elastic behavior & contacts - to measure insertion force, pullout force & strength of the cover.

Vijendra’s AI Stack

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Education

M.Tech, Aerospace

IIT Kharagpur

20092 yrs2011

B.Tech, Mechanical

Srm University

20054 yrs2009

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Headline

FEA Expert | Simulation driven design solutions

About

A results-driven professional with over 15 years of experience in simulation-driven electric motor design and analysis, innovation, and team management. I have a proven track record of pioneering cutting-edge simulation methods and leading cross-functional collaborations that drive engineering excellence. My expertise spans CAE methodologies, including: ✔ Static & Transient Analysis ✔ Transient Thermal & Structural Simulation ✔ Durability & Fatigue Calculations ✔ NVH & Modal Analysis ✔ Damage Calculation & Multi-Physics Simulations I bring a holistic approach to engineering challenges, with a foundational understanding of electromagnetic simulation and multi-physics (coupled) simulations that enhance product development accuracy and efficiency. Innovation & Industry Impact: 🚀 3 Patent Applications in the automotive domain, driving advancements in simulation and validation. 📌 Established standardized simulation processes and validation methods to enhance design efficiency. 🌍 Collaborated with global experts to define industry benchmarks and best practices. Leadership & Strategic Influence: Currently working as a Solution Architect at ZF. I have also made impactful contributions at industry giants like Mercedes-Benz, General Motors, and Delphi. My role extends beyond simulation—mentoring, training, and leading teams to push the boundaries of R&D and product innovation. Key Strengths: 🔹 Team Leadership & Mentoring 🔹 Design Optimization & Product Development 🔹 Finite Element Analysis (FEA) & Validation 🔹 Project Management & Simulation Coordination 🔹 Process & Method Development

Location

West Godavari

AI stack

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Work experience

Principal Engineer at Visteon India, Jan 2026 - Present · 10 mos, On-site, Responsible for structural, dynamic and head impact performance evaluation and optimization of display modules, BLU (Back Light Unit), infotainment systems, EV components, and advanced cockpit solutions to ensure reliability, durability, and superior user experience.

Solutions Architect at ZF Group, Jan 2024 - Jan 2026 · 2 yrs 1 mo, Hyderabad, Telangana, India, Led NVH, Durability, and Rotor Dynamic simulations, coordinating project-level simulation activities for specific program. Led the OKR initiative at the department level. Successfully completed 4+ test correlation studies, 5+ optimization studies, and developed 5+ simulation methodologies, including advance topics like segmented rotor/stator, carbon tape rotors, PSM, ASM, and SESM motors. Overseeing team members technologically - Drive issue resolution, mentor team members, provide comprehensive training, and ensure defect-free simulation deliverables through rigorous reviews. Proactively led and inspired the team to drive innovation, resulting in 52+ disclosures and 5+ patent filing from team within a year.

Senior Technical Lead at ZF Group, May 2021 - Dec 2023 · 2 yrs 8 mos, Hyderabad, Telangana, India, e-Traction motor simulations Having Techno-Managerial skills Durability / NVH / Optimizations/ Test Correlations

Technical Lead at ZF Group, Jan 2019 - Apr 2021 · 2 yrs 4 mos, Greater Hyderabad Area, Working on e-traction motor Durability / NVH analysis/ Rotor dynamic analysis Test vs FEA correlation Design optimizations Basic understanding of multi-physic simulations

Technical Leader at Delphi Technical Center India ( TCI), Aug 2016 - Jan 2019 · 2 yrs 6 mos, Bangalore, • Enhanced the design and performance of power electronic components, infotainment, sensors, brackets, and display modules by spearheading FE analyses, including non-linear static, drop, NVH (Modal, Harmonic, Shock Load, Random Vibration), and fatigue assessments. • Successfully executed 3 test correlation activities and 2 failure investigation, aligning FEA results with shaker tests, correlating fatigue failure locations, and resolving connector issues to enhance design reliability. • Improved 10-30% accuracy by developing a CTE mismatch analysis methodology incorporating flow and cross-flow plastic properties for power temperature cycles, leveraging DIGIMAT for advanced material mapping. • Proficient in using simulation tools such as HyperMesh, ANSYS and Abaqus, with strong hands-on experience in finite element analysis and model development.

Senior CAE Analyst at Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India, Apr 2015 - Aug 2016 · 1 yr 5 mos, Bangalore, • Optimized 10+ designs by conducted in-depth strength analysis of key automatic transmission components, including planet carriers, coupling flange, clutch packs, and housings under various operational loads. • 20% to 30% stress reduction by leading the evaluation of 7-speed and 9-speed gearbox shaft assemblies under diverse gear load conditions. • Developed coupled temperature-displacement analysis of clutch packs, developing advanced 3D models to accurately predict heat distribution from friction. • Filed two patents during my tenure at MBRDI—one in the e-motor domain and the other related to differential housing, both filed in India.

Senior Engineer - Structural Analyst at General Motors, Aug 2011 - Apr 2015 · 3 yrs 9 mos, Bangalore, • Expert in e-traction motor simulations and power electronic component analysis, excelling in NVH, non-linear static, explicit/implicit dynamic analysis, fatigue calculations, and multi-physics simulations. Also worked on power electronic components. • Led 7+ major optimization studies, including housing design refinement for vibration loads and rotor design under operating loads. Also got reward & recognition (Applause). • Conducted 3 test correlation studies for rotor spin/burst tests, shaker test data, and fatigue failures. Optimized FE models using test insights to enhance correlation accuracy and predictive simulation reliability. • Conducted fatigue analysis using ANSYS nCode for vibration loads. • Developed 4+ advanced simulation methods, such as modal dynamic analysis of cable assemblies to estimate reaction forces at zip ties, implicit dynamic analysis of beauty covers, and sealing analysis addressing hyperelastic behavior of seals.. • Performed RCA of a critical HV connector failure issue by executing implicit dynamic analysis to evaluate contact variation & coupled electrical-thermal-structural analysis, earning recognition with a 'Pat on the Back' award. • Worked on explicit dynamic analysis of Beauty cover involving hyper elastic behavior & contacts - to measure insertion force, pullout force & strength of the cover.

Education

M.Tech, Aerospace, IIT Kharagpur

B.Tech, Mechanical, Srm University