Aswin Ram Duraishanmugam
About Aswin Ram Duraishanmugam
Aswin Ram Duraishanmugam is a Material Flow Engineer at Nikola Motor Company with expertise in low-cost automation and discrete event simulation.
Title and Current Position
Aswin Ram Duraishanmugam currently holds the title of Material Flow Engineer at Nikola Motor Company. He has been in this role since 2021 and is based in Phoenix, Arizona, United States.
Professional Experience
Aswin Ram Duraishanmugam has a diverse background in industrial and material flow engineering. He was previously a Material Flow Lead at Geometric Americas Inc. from 2019 to 2021 and an Industrial Engineer from 2017 to 2019, both positions located in Troy, Michigan. He also worked as an Industrial Engineer at Samraj & Co in Coimbatore, India for six months in 2015. Additionally, he gained experience as a Manufacturing Engineer Intern at RK Crusher Industries for seven months in 2014 and completed industrial training at Schuf Speciality Valves India for five months in 2013.
Educational Background
Aswin Ram Duraishanmugam has earned two Master’s Degrees in Industrial Engineering. He studied at the University at Buffalo from 2016 to 2017, and at Arizona State University from 2015 to 2016. Prior to that, he achieved a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Kumaraguru College of Technology, where he studied from 2011 to 2015.
Areas of Expertise
Aswin Ram Duraishanmugam specializes in low-cost automation and discrete event simulation. These areas are crucial for optimizing manufacturing processes. He is also proficient in PFEP (Plan for Every Part) and static simulation, which contribute to efficient material flow and process improvements. Additionally, he has a strong background in facilities and equipment design, enhancing operational efficiency in manufacturing environments.
Leadership and Development Roles
Earlier in his career, Aswin Ram Duraishanmugam served as the Secretary for LEED (Entrepreneurship Development Club) from 2013 to 2014 in Coimbatore, India. This role reflects his leadership abilities and commitment to professional development.