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To empower and protect motorists and road users by developing safe and intelligent mobility systems. With a deep interest in automobiles and emerging technologies, I combine engineering tools, artificial intelligence, and creativity to turn ideas into real-world solutions.

Skills
Technical Skills

Tools: Microsoft Office, Python, C++, Ansys Workbench, Solidworks MATLAB, ROS, Simulink, LS Dyna, GT Power, Capella, OpenDLV, Arduino, Bash, HTML

Soft Skills:

Technical Writing, Content Writing, Documentation, Collaboration, Analytical Thinking, Research-Oriented, Tinkerer

Domains

Data Science, Machine Learning, Electric Vehicles, BMS, Systems Engineering, Functional Safety, Impact Biomechanics, Active & Passive Safety, Control Systems, Combustion Engines, Sensor Fusion, LIDAR, RADAR

Work Experience
03/2026 – PresentBengaluru, India

CAE Engineer - Electric Vehicles Internship

Simulation Lab
  • •Investigated the cooling of an EV battery pack using nanofluids in a Battery thermal management system (BTMS)
  • •Carried out 60+ parametric simulation studies leveraging Ansys Fluent to determine the optimal cooling setup for the prototype EV. (Certificate Link⁠)
    • 01/2024 – 10/2024Vårgårda, Sweden

    Master Thesis Student

    Autoliv Sverige AB
  • •Developed a set of data-driven metamodels using machine learning tools in Python to predict injury and kinematic responses of occupants based on simulation data from Autoliv
  • •Formulated an optimization algorithm using the injury criteria to select optimal vehicle restraint settings for varying frontal collision scenarios
  • •Delivered a crash-scenario classification tool for adaptive restraint system calibration, presented as a design and development reference for Autoliv's simulation team (Thesis Link⁠)
    • 08/2020 – 05/2022Bengaluru (Remote)

    Technical Automotive Writer

    eManualOnline
  • •Researched and published 400+ news articles on cars, motorcycles, and motorsport events based in North American and European automotive markets
  • •Delivered specialized blogs on motorcycling and motorsports as a subject matter expert (Webpage Link⁠)
    • 01/2020 – 03/2020Bidadi, India

    Student Intern

    Bosch Limited
  • •Implemented quality control measures and tolerance checks of the barrel and plunger, resulting in a 5% reduction in defective diesel fuel pumps
  • •Utilized process capability indices (Cp, Cpk) to assess and improve manufacturing processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify and address quality issues.
    • Projects
    08/2023 – 12/2023

    Chalmers Autonomous Racing League - CHARLEA

  • •Project was carried out with a team of seven in collaboration with Revere Labs to build a fully functioning autonomous race car (Lynx)
  • •Integrated LIDAR and camera perception hardware with OpenDLV microservices on a real autonomous race-car prototype (Lynx), enabling real-time environmental sensing for autonomous navigation
  • •Assembled and mounted the onboard computer onto the car and assisted my team in assembling the steer-by-wire system into Lynx.
    • 08/2023 – 10/2023

    Driver Behaviour and Active Safety Systems in Critical Rear-end Situations

  • •Examined driver behaviour and decision-making manoeuvres during rear-end collisions
  • •Analysed and filtered dataset to study critical driver braking behaviour
  • •Devised an Active Safety system using MATLAB with conservative and aggressive approaches using time-to-collision (TTC) as a threat assessment metric
  • •Compared and analysed the effectiveness of the inclusion of FCW and AEB in warning and intervention phases in accident-prone situations
    • 03/2023 – 05/2023

    Comprehensive study and comparison of Bharat NCAP with Global Vehicle Safety Programs

  • •Conducted an in-depth literature and policy review of the Bharat NCAP
  • •Reviewed test protocols and metrics concerned with injury biomechanics – Head Injury Criteria, Neck Injury Criteria, Injury Risk associated with lower extremities
  • •I identified gaps in literature and testing strategies and suggested improvements to amend the NCAP in future versions
    • 10/2022 – 01/2023

    Series and Parallel Hybrid Control on Simulink

  • •Developed Simulink models of series and parallel hybrid configurations of a Mercedes CLS63 AMG
  • •Analysed and compared performance and fuel efficiency using a custom driving cycle with urban and suburban driving conditions
  • •Devised control strategies for series and parallel hybrid configurations with custom MATLAB scripts
    • 10/2022 – 12/2022

    Bicycle Overtaking Manoeuvres, Chalmers University of Technology

  • •Conducted an in-depth study of driver overtaking behaviour around cyclists on various LIDAR mounting positions in a group project
  • •My contribution involved processing and analyzing LIDAR data to find out overtaking gaps between vehicles and cyclists
  • •Documented data findings and collaborated with teammates to correlate statistical t-test results in the final project report
    • 01/2020 – 08/2020

    Smart Helmet as a Passive Safety System

  • •Developed a cost-effective helmet prototype using passive sensors to ensure that the rider can only start the motorcycle after fastening the helmet
  • •The objective was to bring awareness and improve rider safety in urban and suburban areas by reducing the risk of injuries and fatalities on roads.
    • Education
    08/2022 – 10/2024Gothenburg, Sweden

    MSc in Mobility Engineering

    Chalmers University of Technology

    Relevant Coursework: Systems and Mechatronics for Mobility Engineering, Internal Combustion Engines, Electric and Hybrid Vehicles, Vehicle and Traffic Safety, Introduction to Data Science and AI, Impact Biomechanics, Connected fleets in Data-Driven Engineering, Active Safety, Fundamentals of System Engineering, Automotive Engineering Project

    08/2016 – 08/2020Bengaluru, India

    B. Tech in Mechanical Engineering

    PES University
  • •Automotive Specialization
  • •Minors in Management
    • Certifications

    Solidworks Certification

    Ramaiah Advanced Learning

    Core MATLAB Skills

    MATLAB

    Autonomous and Connected Driving Challenges (In progress)

    RWTH Aachen (edX)
    Languages
    English

    Professional

    Hindi

    Proficient

    Tamil

    Proficient

    Telugu

    Proficient

    Kannada

    Proficient

    Achievements
    02/2026Bengaluru, India
  • •Participated in the inaugural edition of HCL Cyclothon Bengaluru in the 32 km MTB race category
  • •Finished the race in 48th place with a time of 1:31:28.6 at an average of 21.6 km/h
    • 05/2024Gothenburg, Sweden
  • •Completed my first ever half-marathon with a time of 2:26:41 amongst a pool of 50,000 runners