Kapil Rawal
About Kapil Rawal
Kapil Rawal is a Robotics Engineer with extensive experience in the field, currently working at Near Earth Autonomy in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He has a background in Electronics Engineering and Robotics, having studied at Bharatiya Vidya Bhavans Sardar Patel Institute of Technology and the University of Maryland.
Work at Near Earth Autonomy
Kapil Rawal currently serves as a Robotics Engineer at Near Earth Autonomy, a position he has held since 2021. His role involves developing advanced robotics technologies aimed at enhancing autonomy in various applications. Prior to this, he was an intern at the same organization from 2020 to 2021, where he gained practical experience in robotics engineering. Near Earth Autonomy is known for its focus on creating innovative solutions for autonomous systems.
Education and Expertise
Kapil Rawal completed his Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering at Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan's Sardar Patel Institute of Technology from 2013 to 2017. He furthered his education by earning a Master's degree in Robotics from the University of Maryland - A. James Clark School of Engineering, studying from 2018 to 2020. His educational background provides him with a strong foundation in both electronics and robotics, equipping him with the skills necessary for his engineering roles.
Previous Experience in Robotics Engineering
Before his current position, Kapil Rawal worked as a Robotics Engineer at VOLT AI for six months in 2019. His responsibilities included contributing to robotics projects aimed at enhancing artificial intelligence applications. Additionally, he was involved with the ROBOCON Team at Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan's Sardar Patel Institute of Technology from 2014 to 2017, where he participated in robotics competitions, gaining valuable team collaboration and technical skills.
Educational Background
Kapil Rawal attended St. Xavier's High School in Nagpur from 2001 to 2011, where he completed his primary and secondary education. His early education laid the groundwork for his interest in engineering and technology, which he pursued further in higher education. His academic journey reflects a consistent focus on technical disciplines leading to his specialization in robotics.