Ahalya Mathanrai
About Ahalya Mathanrai
Ahalya Mathanrai is a System Design Engineer and Design Consultant specializing in rail systems at Arup in Toronto, Canada. She has extensive experience in power system analysis, computer-aided designs, and digital control systems design, along with strong programming skills in C, C#, and Java.
Current Position at Arup
Ahalya Mathanrai currently holds the position of System Design Engineer and Design Consultant for rail systems at Arup. Based in the Toronto, Canada area, she has been with Arup since 2020, bringing her expertise to the forefront of rail system design engineering. Her role involves extensive work in power system analysis, protection and controls, power electronics, and fault analysis. Additionally, she specializes in computer-aided designs and digital control systems design.
Previous Experience at Thales
Prior to her current role, Ahalya Mathanrai worked at Thales as a System Design Specialist - Project Lead from 2016 to 2019. In this position, she was responsible for leading projects in system design. Her responsibilities included system and software integration, utilizing her programming skills in C, C#, and Java. She facilitated the successful completion of various project objectives over her three-year tenure.
Educational Background
Ahalya Mathanrai earned her Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering with an Internship from Ryerson University, where she studied from 2011 to 2016. She excelled academically, achieving a notable 93% and consistently earning a place on the Dean’s List. Her areas of focus during her studies included power system analysis, power electronics, and digital control systems design. She was also actively involved in multiple roles at Ryerson University, namely as a research assistant, tutor, and mentor.
Specialized Skills and Expertise
Ahalya Mathanrai brings a robust set of skills to her professional roles, particularly in power system analysis with a focus on protection and controls, power electronics, and fault analysis. She has extensive experience in computer-aided designs and digital control system designs. Additionally, she possesses strong programming skills in C, C#, and Java, emphasizing system and software integration. Her ability to work independently in a non-hierarchical environment has been a highlight in her professional career.
Recognition and Awards
Throughout her academic and professional journey, Ahalya Mathanrai has been recognized for her academic excellence. She received an 'Academic Excellence Award' and was consistently placed on the 'Dean’s List' during her time at Ryerson University. These achievements underscore her dedication to her field and her commitment to maintaining high standards in her work.