Shashank Koundinya
About Shashank Koundinya
Shashank Koundinya is a Factory Layout Engineer with extensive experience in project management and layout optimization, particularly in the electric vehicle battery manufacturing sector. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and a Master's degree in Production Engineering and Management, and has worked with notable companies such as Northvolt and Aditya Auto Products & Engineering.
Current Role as Factory Layout Engineer
Shashank Koundinya currently serves as a Factory Layout Engineer at Northvolt, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on optimizing factory layouts to enhance operational efficiency. His responsibilities include integrating project timelines, milestones, and resource allocations into layout optimization processes. Koundinya's expertise in project management principles supports his efforts in improving the manufacturing environment.
Experience at Northvolt
Koundinya has accumulated significant experience at Northvolt, having worked in various capacities. He served as a Working Student - Factory Layout Engineer from 2022 to 2023 for nine months, followed by a five-month tenure as a Master Thesis Student in 2023. During his time at Northvolt, he contributed to the development of downstream operations and formation/ageing blocks within the electric vehicle battery manufacturing sector.
Educational Background
Shashank Koundinya holds a Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Mechanical Engineering from Sir M Visvesvaraya Institute of Technology, where he studied from 2014 to 2018. He furthered his education at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, earning a Master's degree in Production Engineering and Management from 2021 to 2023. His academic background provides a solid foundation for his engineering and project management skills.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Northvolt, Koundinya gained diverse experience in various roles. He worked as a Production Engineer at Aditya Auto Products & Engineering (I) Pvt Ltd from 2018 to 2021 for three years. Additionally, he held a Design Intern position at aerit from 2021 to 2022 for three months and served as an Events Host at THS Armada in 2021 for two months. These roles contributed to his understanding of engineering and project management.
Technical Proficiencies
Koundinya is proficient in using industry-leading tools essential for process layout design, including Autodesk Vault, AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, and Inventor. His technical skills support his ability to enhance process efficiency and stakeholder satisfaction. Known for his proactive and solution-oriented mindset, he consistently seeks opportunities to improve operations within the manufacturing landscape.