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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, Claude, Codex, Solidworks, Ansys Workbench, MATLAB, ROS, Simulink, LS Dyna, GT Power, Capella, OpenDLV, Arduino,

Soft Skills:

Technical Writing, Content Writing, Context Engineering, Documentation, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Research-Oriented, Tinkerer

Domains

Data Science, Generative Artificial Intelligence, 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

    Core MATLAB Skills

    MATLAB
    Languages
    English

    Professional

    Hindi

    Proficient

    Tamil

    Proficient

    Telugu

    Proficient

    Kannada

    Proficient