I’m a Mechatronics Engineering student passionate about turning ideas into real-world robotic and electromechanical products. I enjoy CAD-driven prototyping, embedded systems work, and taking concepts from sketch to deployment with a focus on rapid iteration and manufacturability. I thrive in cross-functional teams, collaborating with manufacturing and electronics to deliver reliable prototypes. I love learning new tools like Fusion 360 and SolidWorks, solving complex problems, and pushing ideas from concept to working hardware through hands-on experimentation.

Vedant Punwat

I’m a Mechatronics Engineering student passionate about turning ideas into real-world robotic and electromechanical products. I enjoy CAD-driven prototyping, embedded systems work, and taking concepts from sketch to deployment with a focus on rapid iteration and manufacturability. I thrive in cross-functional teams, collaborating with manufacturing and electronics to deliver reliable prototypes. I love learning new tools like Fusion 360 and SolidWorks, solving complex problems, and pushing ideas from concept to working hardware through hands-on experimentation.

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I’m a Mechatronics Engineering student passionate about turning ideas into real-world robotic and electromechanical products. I enjoy CAD-driven prototyping, embedded systems work, and taking concepts from sketch to deployment with a focus on rapid iteration and manufacturability.

I thrive in cross-functional teams, collaborating with manufacturing and electronics to deliver reliable prototypes. I love learning new tools like Fusion 360 and SolidWorks, solving complex problems, and pushing ideas from concept to working hardware through hands-on experimentation.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent
Hindi
Advanced
Marathi (Marāṭhī)
Advanced

Work Experience

Chassis Domain Lead at Formula Bharat Team
April 1, 2024 - Present
Led end-to-end design and manufacturing development of the Formula Bharat 2025 and 2026 race car chassis using SolidWorks, ensuring full compliance with FSAE safety and ergonomic regulations. Performed structural validation through ANSYS FEA to optimize strength-to-weight ratio, achieving an 18% chassis weight reduction while maintaining a safety factor above 1.8. Prepared detailed technical documentation including design reports, configuration studies, manufacturing drawings, and system-level diagrams for regulatory submissions. Collaborated cross-functionally with manufacturing and electronics teams while coordinating with external fabrication vendors to ensure accurate production and assembly execution under strict competition timelines.
Product Research And Development Designer at Step Systems
May 1, 2025 - July 1, 2025
Led the end-to-end design and manufacturing development of the Formula Bharat 2025 and 2026 race car chassis using SolidWorks, ensuring full compliance with FSAE safety and ergonomic regulations. Performed structural validation through ANSYS FEA to optimize strength-to-weight ratio, achieving 18% chassis weight reduction while maintaining a safety factor above 1.8. Prepared detailed technical documentation including design reports, configuration studies, manufacturing drawings, and system-level diagrams for regulatory submissions. Collaborated cross-functionally with manufacturing and electronics teams while coordinating with external fabrication vendors to ensure accurate production and assembly execution under strict competition timelines.
Team Captain - Autonomous Hexapod at Self-initiated Project
July 1, 2025 - October 1, 2025
Led the end-to-end design and development of an autonomous six-legged hexapod robot capable of navigating complex terrains for rescue and exploration applications. Designed complete mechanical assemblies in Autodesk Fusion 360 with focus on stability, manufacturability, and rapid prototyping using 3D printing. Developed the electronic architecture including power distribution, actuator integration, wiring layout, and Arduino-based embedded controls systems. Implemented kinematic algorithms and AI-based object tracking for autonomous navigation, obstacle avoidance, and real-time motion control. Conducted iterative testing and validation achieving stable locomotion over 15° incline surfaces and real-time target tracking at 20 FPS while maintaining detailed documentation of experiments, design iterations, and performance results.
Lead Design Engineer at Formula Student Team, Thakur College of Engineering & Technology
April 1, 2024 - Present
Led the end-to-end design and manufacturing development of the Formula Bharat 2025 and 2026 race car chassis using SolidWorks, ensuring full compliance with FSAE safety and ergonomic regulations. Created precise CAD assemblies, manufacturing drawings, and system-level documentation; coordinated with fabrication vendors to resolve tolerance and fabrication issues, improving production accuracy and repeatability.
Product Research and Development Designer at Step Stem
May 1, 2025 - July 31, 2025
Contributed to end-to-end concept-to-prototype design for mechanical and electromechanical projects, including CAD modeling, rapid prototyping via 3D printing, and integration with embedded control systems. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to validate designs and iterate toward manufacturable solutions.
Team Captain, Automated Hexapod at Thakur College of Engineering & Technology – Formula & Robotics Team
July 1, 2025 - October 31, 2025
Led the end-to-end design and development of an autonomous six-legged hexapod robot capable of navigating complex terrains for rescue and exploration applications. Designed complete mechanical assemblies in Autodesk Fusion 360, developed the electronic architecture including power distribution, actuator integration, wiring layout, and Arduino-based embedded controls. Implemented kinematic algorithms and AI-based object tracking for autonomous navigation, obstacle avoidance, and real-time motion control. Conducted iterative testing and validation achieving stable locomotion over inclined surfaces and real-time target tracking, with thorough documentation of experiments, design iterations, and performance results.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering in Mechatronics Engineering (Electrical Vehicle Technology) at Thakur College Of Engineering And Technology
May 1, 2023 - March 28, 2026
BE in Mechatronics Engineering at Thakur College of Engineering and Technology
January 11, 2030 - March 28, 2026

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Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Transportation & Logistics, Computers & Electronics, Education, Software & Internet, Professional Services
    paper Autonomous Hexapod Rescue Robot — Multi-Terrain Navigation System

    Engineered a six-legged autonomous robot capable of navigating rough terrain using inverse kinematics and real-time sensor integration. Focused on stability, obstacle avoidance, and multi-terrain adaptability.

    paper Formula SAE Electric Race Car — Chassis & Structural Design

    Designed and developed a lightweight tubular space-frame chassis for a Formula SAE electric race car, optimizing ergonomics, packaging, and structural performance. Applied CAD and FEA to ensure safety, manufacturability, and improved vehicle dynamics.