Chaitanya is an accomplished CAE Engineer with over a decade of experience specializing in Crash Safety, Fatigue, Durability, NVH, and Structural Design within the automotive industry. Proficient in advanced FEA tools such as LS-DYNA, Hypermesh, Abaqus, and ANSYS, Chaitanya excels in developing and validating complex CAE models to optimize vehicle performance and ensure compliance with global safety standards. Currently serving as a Lead Structural CAE Engineer at PACCAR Inc., Chaitanya is focused on designing electric trucks, ensuring structural safety, and contributing to the company’s green energy mission by enhancing vehicle durability and performance through advanced CAE methodologies. Previously, Chaitanya contributed to leading automotive companies such as Stellantis, Ford Motor Company, Rivian, and Hog Technologies, where he gained expertise in occupant safety analysis, regulatory simulations, and design optimization. Awarded the Ford Excellence Award for the successful completion of Annex 8 requirements for Mustang and a Six Sigma Green Belt certified professional, Chaitanya demonstrates a strong commitment to continuous improvement and technical excellence. His ability to analyze real-world performance data, correlate simulation results, and provide design insights has driven measurable improvements in vehicle safety across multiple platforms.