Gowtham Ranganathan

Gowtham Ranganathan is a qualified mechanical engineer specializing in vehicle dynamics, with significant experience in simulation engineering and product development. Currently serving as a Simulation Engineer at Zoox since February 2019, Gowtham focuses on ride comfort development, full vehicle model correlation, virtual tuning of dampers and tires, and data processing using Python. Prior to this role, Gowtham was a Product Development Engineer at FCA US LLC, leading projects such as the Chrysler Pacifica and Jeep Truck from design through production using virtual tools like Adams and CarSim. Responsibilities included virtual modeling of chassis systems, specification of suspension geometry, subjective vehicle evaluation, and optimization through analytical processes. Gowtham’s earlier experience includes positions as a Virtual Analysis Engineer and an Automotive Lab Assistant at Arizona State University, where foundational skills in mechanical engineering were developed. Gowtham holds a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Arizona State University and a Bachelor of Engineering from Anna University Chennai.