Prashant Patel

• Led design and development of brake-by-wire technologies , including Integrated Brake Controller (IBC/1-Box), Hydraulic Brake-by-Wire (HBW), and Electromechanical Brake (EMB – Solenoid).
• Coordinated global teams, managing projects from concept to validation with strong focus on cost, quality, and innovation.
• Conducted benchmarking of competitor IBC systems , built structured databases, and generated innovative ideas for integration into new projects.
• Delivered complete packaging studies, circuit designs, and calculations for HBW and EMB systems.
• Prepared and reviewed DFMEA, DFA, DFS, and DVP reports to ensure product reliability and compliance.
• Drove VAVE initiatives , identifying and implementing cost-effective design solutions.
• Designed and developed EMB test rigs and executed packaging studies across multiple vehicle platforms.
• Provided concept development and drawing release for EMB solenoid design in Windchill and Catia V5.
• Collaborated with customers and suppliers to align on requirements and component development.
• Filed patents on:
  1.Electrically Powered Braking Power Unit for a Motor Vehicle Braking System
  2.Electromechanical Brake Drum

Tata Motors Ltd. (Deputed) – Senior Engineer, Brakes Design & Development

• Led design and development of brake aggregates (disc, drum, pedals, hoses, and controls) including calculations, packaging feasibility, supplier coordination, testing, validation, certification, and implementation through SOP.
• Executed vehicle-level packaging studies (DMU) ensuring clearances and articulation across BIW, suspension, fuel system, and other aggregates using Teamcenter Vismockup & Pro-E.
• Conducted DFMEA, DFA, DFM, DFS activities and ensured compliance with ISO quality systems .
• Coordinated with suppliers and cross-functional teams (CFT) for DVP, issue resolution, and integration across vehicle programs.
• Prepared and reviewed project documentation (SOR, TRSO, TKO, PPAP, 8D reports), ensuring smooth transition from design to production.
• Delivered benchmarking of brake and control components across compact cars; implemented modifications through design change requests (DCR) to enhance performance and cost-effectiveness.
• Generated and implemented cost-reduction and complexity reduction ideas , including component commonization across new and existing vehicle projects.
• Released new part designs and drawings in PLM (DML) and managed supplier drawings, prototypes, and trials for durability, validation, and fitment on vehicles.
• Conducted warranty analysis and issue resolution to improve product reliability and customer satisfaction.
• Supported development of test plans, indoor testing, fitment trials, and vehicle assembly line activities to ensure production readiness.
• Recognized for strong problem-solving skills , effectively handling critical situations and delivering safe, validated solutions.

• Company Overview: Deputed to TATA MOTORS LTD Pimpri, Pune
• Brakes and Controls System Design for Passenger Vehicles.