Abhilash P V

Abhilash P V has a diverse work experience spanning over several years. They started their career at Amplify Mindware in 2006, where they worked as a Technical Member for their Embedded Systems Training Programme. During this time, they trained individuals in subjects like C, C++, and Linux System Programming, and also provided support for programming labs.

In 2007, Abhilash joined Dynalog India Ltd as a Software Engineer in the Defense and Special Projects Group. Their responsibilities included software design, development, production, integration, testing, installation, and commissioning of complex defense systems for various DRDO labs. They also worked on areas such as industrial automation, Windows, QNX, Linux applications, embedded firmware, RTLinux, defense electronics, and system design.

In 2010, Abhilash moved to Kalkitech, where they held multiple roles. As a Senior Software Engineer in Product Support and Enhancement, they were involved in the design, development, and maintenance of communication protocol converter gateways used in substation/power system automation and metering. They also provided post-delivery support, handled product enhancements, customization projects, and bug fixes for global customers. Additionally, they contributed FAQs to the company's website.

At Kalkitech, Abhilash progressed to become a Tech Lead in Technical Support and Solutions. In this role, they continued to work on communication protocol converter gateways and were responsible for design, development, and maintenance. They also handled integration and commissioning of RTUs/IEDs using protocol converters, post-delivery support, enhancements, customizations, bug fixes, and quick releases for customers worldwide.

Subsequently, Abhilash transitioned to the position of Tech Lead in R&D Products at Kalkitech. This role involved the design, development, testing, documentation, and maintenance of communication protocol converter gateways used in substation/power system automation and metering. They also focused on product enhancements, bug fixes, and releases for customers globally. Their expertise included functional and technical leadership, system programming, and communication protocols.

Most recently, Abhilash is serving as a Product Lead in R&D for ASE Products at Kalkitech. Their responsibilities include handling the existing product range, developing new releases, and maintaining products for the subsidiary company Applied Systems Engineering (ASE) based in California, USA. They also add new products based on emerging trends from the India-based development center. This role involves team leadership and participation in the full lifecycle of various ASE Products, including requirement study, design, development, testing, documentation, and technical support. The product range includes protocol simulators, IEC61850 protocol Client and Server simulators, and HMI-based Substation Alarm Manager tool.

Overall, Abhilash P V has gained extensive experience in product development, technical support, solutions, and design in the field of industrial automation, communication protocols, and embedded systems.

Abhilash P V completed their Bachelor's degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering from the University of Calicut from 2000 to 2004. During the same period, they also pursued the same degree at St.Antony's HSS Ammadam in Thrissur, Kerala. There is no specified start or end year for their education at MES College of Engineering and St.Thomas' College Thrissur. In addition to their formal education, Abhilash also completed a training program on Real Time Embedded Systems from Mistral Solutions Pvt. Ltd, although the month and year of obtaining this certification are not provided.