Srikrishna Naganathan

About

Automobile MTech candidate with internship experience in EV production quality, line balancing, CAD design, and automotive engineering support. Published researcher in EV battery thermal management and BMS design, seeking full-time R&D or Quality Engineering roles in the EV / 4-wheeler automotive segment.

Experience

• Production Engineering Intern
  Bajaj Auto Ltd · Pune
  Jun 2025 – Mar 2026

  Performed scratch analysis across assembly and transit stages to identify root causes and implement corrective actions, improving surface quality outcomes. Assisted in End-of-Line inspection and verification of electrical defect issues to ensure first-time-right vehicle quality. Supported preparation and verification of IMS audit documents to ensure compliance with quality and process standards. Conducted time study and line balancing for the newly launched Chetak C25 EV line.

• Design Engineer
  Optech Engineering Pvt Ltd · Thane
  Mar 2024 – Jul 2024

  Developed 2D and 3D CAD drawings for industrial layouts, transport systems, and mechanical assemblies. Prepared Bill of Materials and Bill of Quantities for manufacturing and project execution. Coordinated with vendors and internal teams for design clarifications and execution support.

• Intern
  Baba Automobile Pvt Ltd · Mumbai
  Feb 2024 – Mar 2024

  Completed a certified online internship covering core automotive systems including IC engines, EV powertrain fundamentals, clutch mechanisms, braking systems and gearbox operations.

• Application Engineer
  Paras Aerospace Pvt Ltd · Navi Mumbai
  Jun 2023 – Nov 2023

  Designed and modelled UAV structural components using CAD tools. Supported component selection, quality inspection, and inventory control in coordination with manufacturing and QC teams.

• Intern
  Kenmark Tech Solutions · Mumbai
  Jan 2023 – Feb 2023

  Operated precision lathe machines and managed documentation including delivery receipts, gate passes, and inventory in the shopfloor.

Education

• MTech
  Manipal Institute of Technology
  Automobile Engineering · Jul 2024 – Jun 2026
• B.E
  SIES Graduate School of Technology
  Mechanical Engineering · Jul 2019 – Jul 2023

Skills

Tools / apps / platforms

Languages

Projects

• Graphene Battery BMS ↗
  MATLAB

  Developed a Battery Management System to address thermal and fast-charging challenges in Li-ion and graphene batteries. Focused on enhancing battery lifespan and safety through effective thermal management.

Courses & certifications

• Engineering Design Process with Autodesk Fusion 360 ↗ · Coursera · 2022
• Introduction to Thermodynamics ↗ · University of Michigan, Coursera · 2020

🏆 Achievements & awards

• Harris Shield Tournament Runners-up · 2015

  Represented school cricket team and secured runners-up position among 10+ school cricket teams across Mumbai.

⚽ Extracurricular activities

• Publicity Head, SAE Council Team

  Represented SAE Council Team as Publicity Head in 2022.

• Matrix Quiz Competition Participant

  Actively participated in Matrix quiz competition in Tech Fest 2019 and emerged in the top 10 group.

📚 Publications

• Graphene Battery as a Viable Alternative in Electric Vehicles for Enhanced Charging Efficiency and Thermal Management ↗ · 2025

🎯 Hobbies & interests

• cricket
• quiz competitions