# Rushikesh Kharade > Software Engineer | Ex-Rivian | AI/ML Location: San Francisco Bay Area, United States Profile: https://flows.cv/rushikeshkharade Seeking to reinforce my knowledge in the field of design, automobiles and autonomy. Particularly interested in augmenting my skills and undertake the research and development working in the domain of Vehicle Autonomy and Controls. ## Work Experience ### Software Engineer @ Coram AI Jan 2024 – Present | Sunnyvale, California, United States ### Software Engineer II, Autonomy @ Rivian Jan 2022 – Jan 2024 | Palo Alto, California, United States Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. We believe there is a more responsible way to explore the world and are determined to make the transition to sustainable transportation an exciting one. We designed our emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles to challenge what’s possible. We hope they inspire you to do the same. ### Robotics Software Engineer @ Dorabot Jan 2021 – Jan 2022 | Atlanta, Georgia, United States ### Robotics Software Engineer - Intern @ Dorabot Jan 2021 – Jan 2021 | Atlanta, Georgia, United States ### Robotics Software Engineering Intern @ Greenzie Jan 2021 – Jan 2021 | Atlanta, Georgia, United States • Dynamic speed adjustment for obstacle avoidance, improved transition between path follower and obstacle avoidance behavior, developing error detection and estimation algorithm for robot localization, improved localization for GPS shifts and jumps • Developing software for autonomous outdoor robotics platform using Robotic Operating System (ROS) using Python and C++ • Code review, pair programming, critical decision and problem-solving with teammates, sprint planning and roadmap planning ### Vehicle Software Intern @ Dorle Controls LLC Jan 2020 – Jan 2020 • Developed robust models for SAE Level 2 ADAS features such as ACC, FCW, AEB, LKA, LCA in MATLAB and Simulink • Designed OPSS control strategy for supervisory control for energy management system in Simulink and Stateflow • Validated all components and system models as a part of the ADAS architecture, controls, and modeling team • Verified the simulation robustness using system identification methods and real time MIL, SIL, PIL and C-code generation ### Graduate Engineering Trainee @ General Motors Jan 2018 – Jan 2019 | Pune, Maharashtra, India • Directed a team of 34 members as a Group Leader for Trim related operations ensuring smooth functioning of the line and effective problem solving and balanced trim line for optimum output using APS (Assembly Processing System) tool. • Conducted periodic Layered Audits to standardize work, Safety Observation Tour to identify and eliminate hazards, PFMEA Reviews, Root Cause Analysis using 7 Diamond method and 5 M's. • Implemented and monitored Global Manufacturing System (GMS) requirements like process control plans, 5S and process failure mode element analysis which helps in risk mitigation and maintaining BIQ (Build-in-Quality) Level IV. • Analyzed quality data along with plant manager to decide the strategy to improve plant DRR (Direct Run Rate) and DRL (Direct Run Loss) and conducted trainings on safety instructions and GMS for the team. • Eliminated non-value added activities using visual stream mapping (VSM) and implementing lean manufacturing strategies. • Coordinated Throughput Improvement Process (TIP), Practical Problem Solving (PPS), Quality, Kaizen wall and Change Management systems. ### Project Trainee @ Enpro Industries Pvt Ltd Jan 2017 – Jan 2018 | Pune, Maharashtra, India • Designed and developed an Earth-Air Heat Exchanger model and implemented the design on-site to get energy efficiency of 17%, thus reducing the electricity consumption and developing an alternative for the HVAC system as well. ### Intern @ Mahindra and Mahindra Limited [Automotive, Farm Equipment and Agri Business] Jan 2017 – Jan 2017 | Pune, Maharashtra, India • Monitored SMED and ADC-ATC time at Press Shop and reduced SMED time from 12 to 8 mins to increase 400 strokes/day. • Worked on MINITAB for Process Optimization at the Gemba and increased OLE at the Press Shop by 10%. ### Engineering Intern @ Bajaj Auto Ltd Jan 2016 – Jan 2017 • Designed and developed a tackle for the lifting of Avenger handlebar using a pneumatic balancer reducing fatigue, conveyor delay and increased the productivity of workers. • Implemented Disc-type Oil skimmer for increased oil-separation from the coolant-oil mixture. • Determined millipore values of various engine components and tested K10 Cylinder head, Cylinder block, Crankcase. Implemented SPWM (special purpose washing machine) to lower millipore values under 5mg. ## Education ### Master's degree in Automotive Engineering Clemson University ### Bachelor of Engineering - BE in Mechanical Engineering Maharashtra Institute of Technology Pune ## Contact & Social - LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/rushikeshkharade --- Source: https://flows.cv/rushikeshkharade JSON Resume: https://flows.cv/rushikeshkharade/resume.json Last updated: 2026-03-29