Shashank Karanth
About Shashank Karanth
Shashank Karanth is an Application Engineer at onsemi in Munich, Germany, specializing in SiC power modules and high-voltage gate drivers for automotive applications. He has a background in Electrical and Electronics Engineering and has held various engineering roles in leading companies since 2010.
Work at Onsemi
Shashank Karanth has been employed as an Application Engineer at Onsemi since 2020. He is based in Munich, Bavaria, Germany, where he has spent four years contributing to the company's projects. His role focuses on the design and development of SiC power modules and high-voltage gate drivers, particularly for automotive traction applications. This position allows him to leverage his expertise in power electronics to support advancements in the automotive sector.
Previous Experience in Engineering
Before joining Onsemi, Shashank Karanth worked at LEDVANCE as a Development Engineer from 2017 to 2020. His responsibilities included the development of innovative lighting solutions. Prior to that, he was employed at MGV Stromversorgungen GmbH as a Development Engineer from 2015 to 2017, where he focused on power supply solutions. His early career included roles at GE Global Research, where he served as a Master Thesis Student and Intern in 2014, gaining valuable experience in research and development.
Education and Expertise
Shashank Karanth holds a Master’s Degree in Electrical Power Engineering from RWTH Aachen University, which he completed from 2012 to 2015. He also earned a Bachelor of Technology in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the National Institute of Technology Karnataka, studying from 2006 to 2010. His educational background has equipped him with a strong foundation in power electronics, particularly in developing switched mode power supplies for industrial and consumer applications.
Background in Power Engineering
Shashank Karanth began his career as an Engineer (O&M) at NTPC in Chennai, India, where he worked from 2010 to 2012. This role provided him with practical experience in operations and maintenance within the power sector. His subsequent positions in Germany have allowed him to focus on design and development, particularly in automotive applications, contributing to advancements in power electronics.