Prateek Fandot

Prateek Fandot is a Senior Test and Validation Engineer specializing in Electric Drivetrain at Caterpillar Inc. since May 2022. Previously, Prateek held the position of Lead Powertrain Durability Engineer at FCA Fiat Chrysler Automobiles from December 2018 to April 2022, where responsibilities included prioritizing test planning and investigating field powertrain failures. Prior experience at General Motors included roles as Lead Powertrain Development and Validation Engineer and Powertrain Development & Validation Engineer from August 2015 to November 2018, overseeing electric, hybrid, and gasoline/diesel powertrain validation activities. Early in the career, Prateek worked as a Research Assistant at Wayne State University, contributing to engine testing with data acquisition systems. Prateek holds a Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Wayne State University and a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Walchand Institute Of Technology.