Tushar Ekar
Coventry
Summary
Experienced automotive electrical systems specialist with expertise in vehicle electrical systems, including body electronics, ECUs, and wiring architectures. Proficient in automotive networks and diagnostics, utilising CAN and LIN protocols for effective fault tracing and system validation. Skilled in MATLAB/Simulink for data analysis and reporting, complemented by hands-on abilities in soldering, crimping, and loom assembly. Demonstrates an agile mindset with strong stakeholder communication skills to drive successful project outcomes. Career goals include advancing innovative solutions within the automotive industry.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Emergency Vehicle Engineer
Special Vehicles Solutions
Coventry
11.2024 - 01.2026
- Designed and developed vehicle electrical systems, followed by hands-on installation and vehicle-level testing to ensure safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance.
- Investigate and resolve electrical system issues across multiple vehicle platforms, improving build quality and reducing repeat faults.
- Configure, test, and validate CAN-based vehicle networks (MCS-32 / MCS-16), supporting robust electrical integration and fault resolution.
- Perform detailed electrical diagnostics and troubleshooting at component and system level, identifying root causes linked to design, supplier quality, or build process.
- Supported electrical system validation activities, including assessment of lighting and audible warning systems for functional performance, installation angle, brightness, coverage, and compliance with regulatory and environmental requirements.
- Supported component specification and validation activities, including assessment of integration, durability, and system behaviour once installed on the vehicle.
- Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality stakeholders to drive continuous improvement actions for electrical performance.
- Produce clear documentation and issue reports to support knowledge sharing and process standardisation.
Vehicle Technician & CAD Operative
Hall’s Electrical Ltd
06.2023 - 11.2024
- Interpreted wiring diagrams and carried out hands-on electrical testing, fault finding, and system validation.
- Integrated embedded electrical systems using CAN communication, ensuring compliance with system and safety requirements.
- Assisted with pre-production builds, identifying electrical risks early and feeding back improvement actions.
- Used ETAS/INCA diagnostics tools to reduce troubleshooting time and improve fault resolution efficiency.
- Worked closely with cross-functional teams to meet quality, cost, and delivery targets in a manufacturing environment.
- Designed and fabricated custom brackets for various applications using Fusion 360 for designing and 3D printing for prototyping.
Operations Intern
Cummins India
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Supported manufacturing process improvement activities using lean principles.
- Conducted quality inspections and data analysis to identify process inefficiencies.
- Gained exposure to manufacturing quality systems and continuous improvement frameworks.
Education
Master of Science - Electrical Automotive Engineering
Coventry University
Coventry, UK 01.2021 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering
MIT World Peace University
Pune 01.2017 - 01.2021
Skills
- Vehicle Electrical Systems: Body electronics, ECUs, wiring architectures, relays, fuses, protection devices
- Automotive Networks & Diagnostics: CAN, LIN, vehicle diagnostics, fault tracing, VCATs-equivalent tools, ETAS/INCA
- Tools & Data: MATLAB/Simulink, Excel, PowerPoint, data analysis and reporting
- Hands-On Skills: Soldering, crimping, loom assembly, electrical testing and validation
- Embedded Systems: ECU integration, CAN/LIN communication, system testing
- System Validation & Problem Solving: Root cause analysis, corrective actions
- Ways of Working: Agile mindset, stakeholder communication, supplier interaction
Websites
Certification
- CMI Level 7 – Strategic Management & Leadership (2022)
- Automotive Radar & ADAS Applications. Udemy (2024)
- Fundamentals of Automotive Systems. Coursera (2020)
Languages
English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Marathi
Native
Hobbies and Interests
EV Technology, Battery Systems, Music Performance, Football
Academic Projects
- Automatic Lighting System using PIC18 Controller (LTSpice) Designed an interrupt-driven embedded control for adaptive lighting based on ambient sensors.
- Modeling & Simulation of 56-cell Li-ion Battery Pack using 2RC Model Built and validated Li-ion battery models with parameter estimation algorithms in MATLAB/Simulink. Simulated charge/discharge cycles and thermal behavior, achieving
- Automatic Drive Mode Selection using AI in Simulink -Developed control logic to automatically switch drive modes based on various parameters., API for Stress Analysis of Vehicle Drive Shafts (Published in IRJET-V7I7227) Performed stress and fatigue analysis, using JavaScript and HTML publishing results in an international journal.
Additional information
Full UK Driving License
Timeline
Emergency Vehicle Engineer
Special Vehicles Solutions
11.2024 - 01.2026
Vehicle Technician & CAD Operative
Hall’s Electrical Ltd
06.2023 - 11.2024
Master of Science - Electrical Automotive Engineering
Coventry University
01.2021 - 01.2022
Operations Intern
Cummins India
01.2020 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering
MIT World Peace University
01.2017 - 01.2021