Vishal Raj M
About Vishal Raj M
Vishal Raj M is a Senior Design Researcher currently employed at Wadhwani AI since 2020. He has extensive experience in design and research, having worked in various roles across multiple countries and organizations since 2006.
Current Role at Wadhwani AI
Vishal Raj M currently serves as a Senior Design Researcher at Wadhwani AI, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he focuses on design research initiatives that contribute to the organization's mission of leveraging artificial intelligence for social impact. His work involves understanding user needs and integrating design methodologies to enhance AI solutions.
Previous Experience in Design and Research
Prior to his current role, Vishal Raj M accumulated extensive experience in design and research across various organizations. He worked at De Core Group of Companies as a Product Designer in R&D from 2010 to 2013, where he operated in both India and Russia. He also held positions at iDE (International Development Enterprises) as a Senior Designer and Innovation Director, contributing to projects in Cambodia and Ghana.
Educational Background in Design and Engineering
Vishal Raj M holds a Master of Design (M.Des) in Industrial Design from the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, where he studied from 2008 to 2010. He also earned a Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) in Mechanical Engineering from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, completing his degree from 2004 to 2008. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in design and engineering.
Consulting Experience
Vishal Raj M has engaged in consulting roles that further demonstrate his expertise in design research. He worked as an Independent Consultant for DAI in Uzbekistan for two months in 2019. Additionally, he served as a Consultant and Design Researcher at Reframe23 from 2019 to 2021, where he contributed to various design projects in India.
Internship and Early Career Experience
Vishal Raj M began his career with internships that provided practical experience in engineering and design. He interned at Hindustan Shipyard Limited in 2006 and NTPC Limited in 2007. He also completed a design internship at PRS Permacel in 2009, which laid the groundwork for his subsequent roles in product design and research.