Shivraj N.

Shivraj N. is an experienced Engineering Manager with a career spanning over 16 years in various sectors, including aerospace, agriculture, agriculture technology, and heavy machinery. Currently serving as Engineering Manager for Operations and Test Engineering at Woodward, Inc., since October 2024, Shivraj previously held the same title at Plenty® from November 2021 to October 2024, overseeing multidisciplinary teams focused on innovative agricultural solutions. Earlier roles include Product Development Lead and Continuous Improvement Lead Engineer at John Deere, and NPI Lead Engineer at Caterpillar Inc., where responsibilities encompassed product qualification, testing management, and continuous improvement initiatives. Shivraj's technical expertise is backed by a Master of Business Administration from The University of Iowa and a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Old Dominion University, along with foundational education in Mechanical Engineering from Shivaji University.