Ashwin Sathrughnan
About Ashwin Sathrughnan
Ashwin Sathrughnan is a Technical Project Manager with extensive experience in automation and project planning in the manufacturing sector. He has worked for notable companies such as Northvolt and International Consulting Network - ICON, and holds a Master’s Degree in Production Engineering and Management from KTH Royal Institute of Technology.
Work at Northvolt
Currently, Ashwin Sathrughnan serves as a Technical Project Manager at Northvolt, a position he has held since 2020. His role involves managing vertical integration from IT and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) to machine level, ensuring alignment across material handling equipment for high-speed mass manufacturing. Previously, he worked as an Automation Engineer at Northvolt from 2018 to 2021, where he contributed to enhancing factory planning and operational efficiency through complex material flow automation projects. Additionally, he served as a Project Planner for 11 months in 2019 in Vasteras, Sweden.
Education and Expertise
Ashwin Sathrughnan holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Production Engineering from the University of Kerala, which he completed from 2010 to 2014. He furthered his education at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, earning a Master’s Degree in Production Engineering and Management from 2015 to 2017. His academic background is complemented by his expertise in prismatic cell and prismatic can production, which supports advanced manufacturing processes.
Background
Ashwin Sathrughnan has a diverse professional background, beginning with his studies at MES Indian School, where he graduated with distinction in 2010. He gained practical experience through internships, including a summer internship at Alfa Laval in 2016, followed by a year-long internship at the same company. He also worked at Scania Group as a Product Engineer in 2018 and completed a Master Thesis at Sweco Position in 2017. His involvement with the International Consulting Network - ICON included roles as Project Manager and Chapter President from 2016 to 2018.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Ashwin Sathrughnan has been involved in executing complex material flow automation projects, significantly enhancing operational efficiency in manufacturing settings. His specialization in managing vertical integration has contributed to seamless operations across various levels of manufacturing processes. His roles in different organizations have equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of automation and production engineering.