Sanat Modak
About Sanat Modak
Sanat Modak is an Associate at Exponent, having transitioned from a Graduate Student role at the University of Michigan. He holds a PhD in Grid Scale Energy Storage and has experience in investment and propulsion design.
Work at Exponent
Sanat Modak currently holds the position of Associate at Exponent, a role he has been in since 2024. His work is based in the Greater Boston area. In this capacity, he contributes to various projects that leverage his expertise in engineering and energy systems.
Education and Expertise
Sanat Modak has a strong educational background in engineering. He earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Grid Scale Energy Storage from the University of Michigan, where he studied from 2019 to 2022. Prior to that, he completed a Master of Science (MS) in Mechanical Engineering at the same institution from 2017 to 2019. His undergraduate studies were at the Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani, where he obtained a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from 2012 to 2017.
Background
Before joining Exponent, Sanat Modak gained diverse experience in various roles. He worked as a Graduate Student at the University of Michigan from 2017 to 2023, focusing on research and development in energy systems. He also served as an Investment Associate at Wolverine Venture Fund from 2020 to 2023, where he was involved in investment strategies and analysis. Additionally, he worked at Lordstown Motors Corporation in Propulsion Design for eight months in 2021.
Professional Experience
Sanat Modak's professional experience spans several roles in engineering and investment. He was an Investment Associate at Wolverine Venture Fund for three years, where he contributed to investment decisions and portfolio management. His role at Lordstown Motors Corporation involved propulsion design, further enhancing his technical skills in the automotive sector. His academic and professional journey reflects a commitment to advancing energy technologies and engineering solutions.