Nishchal Yajnik
About Nishchal Yajnik
Nishchal Yajnik is a Mechanical Design Engineer Chassis at Nikola Motor Company, with a diverse background in mechanical engineering roles across various companies and expertise in tools like Creo, DFMEA, and Windchill.
Current Title and Role at Nikola Motor Company
Nishchal Yajnik is currently employed as a Mechanical Design Engineer specializing in chassis at Nikola Motor Company. He has been in this role since 2021. Based in Phoenix, Arizona, United States, Nishchal contributes to the development and design of chassis systems for electric and hydrogen fuel-cell vehicles.
Previous Experience at LHP Engineering Solutions
In 2020, Nishchal Yajnik worked for LHP Engineering Solutions as a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer. During his 4-month tenure in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, he focused on mechanical design projects, likely leveraging his expertise in tools such as Creo, DFMEA, and Windchill.
Career at Cummins Inc.
Nishchal Yajnik has a substantial history with Cummins Inc., where he held multiple roles. From 2019 to 2020, he worked as a Senior Product Design Engineer in Charleston, South Carolina. Before that, from 2017 to 2019, he was a Product Design Engineer at the same location. Earlier in 2017, he undertook a co-op role as an HMLD Packaging Co-op in Stoughton, Wisconsin.
Educational Background
Nishchal Yajnik studied Mechanical Engineering at Michigan Technological University and earned a Master’s Degree from 2015 to 2017. He also holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from National Institute of Technology Calicut, completed between 2009 and 2013. Additionally, Nishchal's foundational education was at Kendriya Vidyalaya from 1996 to 2008.
Technical and Leadership Roles
Nishchal Yajnik has held various technical and leadership roles throughout his career. At L&T Technology Services Ltd., he developed a Cement Batch Mixer Skid with 50% higher capacity during a New Product Development project. He also coached students in subjects like statics, mechanics, and dynamics at Michigan Technological University's engineering learning center. Additionally, he served as the Business Head for the 'Leaders in Continuous Improvement' student organization.
Additional Skills and Interests
Nishchal Yajnik is proficient with engineering tools such as Creo, DFMEA, and Windchill. He has a history of participation in national-level badminton competitions and has engaged in singing competitions and stage shows, showcasing his diverse talents beyond engineering.