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Nikhil Thomas

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Design Consultant at Dot Automation
July 1, 2025 - Present
Led end-to-end industrial design of an autonomous wheelchair for airports, malls, and public use, balancing aesthetics, ergonomics, and manufacturability while aligning with business and user goals. Developed design systems and CMF strategies, translating insights into CAD models, prototypes, and specifications for scalable production. Prototyped via 3D printing and rapid iteration, managed timelines, and acted as the sole designer coordinating across engineering and business teams.
Design Consultant at Dot Automation
July 1, 2025 - Present
Led end-to-end industrial design of an autonomous wheelchair for airports, malls, and public use; balanced aesthetics, ergonomics, and manufacturability; developed design systems and CMF strategies; translated insights into CAD models, prototypes, and specifications for scalable production; coordinated with engineering and business teams.
Teaching Assistant at OCAD University
April 1, 2025 - October 1, 2025
Supported faculty in delivering academic content to 100+ students across three courses. Mentored over 30 students, assisting with assignments, research, and course engagement. Facilitated inclusive discussions and maintained records related to course work and attendance.
Teaching Assistant at OCAD University
April 1, 2025 - October 1, 2025
Supported faculty in delivering academic content to 100+ students across three courses; mentored over 30 students, assisting with assignments, research, and course engagement; facilitated inclusive discussions and maintained attendance records.
Senior Designer at Tata Elxsi
July 1, 2023 - October 1, 2025
Led water heater designs for a large consumer appliance brand, creating a unique surface detail and ergonomic knob placement optimized for high-wall installations. Collaborated with engineers and manufacturing teams to resolve injection molding and assembly constraints. Delivered 3+ home appliances to market, contributing to a 25% revenue increase. Awarded Innovation & Creativity Certificate for outstanding design delivery.
Senior Designer at Tata Elxsi
July 1, 2023 - October 1, 2025
Led end-to-end industrial design for multiple consumer and automotive interface projects; defined design systems and CMF strategies; translated user insights into CAD models, prototypes, and production-ready specifications; managed cross-functional collaboration across engineering and business teams to meet ambitious timelines.
Industrial Designer at Wizardy Designs
October 1, 2021 - October 1, 2025
Designed and delivered 30+ consumer and industrial products spanning appliances, packaging, furniture, interior, and lifestyle goods. Took products end-to-end: from concept sketches to CAD (SolidWorks, Rhino, Creo) to prototyping to final production-ready designs. Collaborated with engineers, vendors, and clients to balance aesthetics, cost, and manufacturability. Built client relationships and repeat business by aligning designs with market needs and business goals through trend research and strategic planning for new opportunities.
Industrial Designer at Wizardy Designs
October 1, 2021 - October 1, 2025
Designed and delivered 30+ consumer and industrial products, spanning appliances, packaging, furniture, interiors, and lifestyle goods; collaborated with engineers, vendors, and clients to balance aesthetics, cost, and manufacturability; contributed to revenue growth through repeat business and strong client relations.

Education

M.Des at OCAD University
September 1, 2023 - May 1, 2025
B.Des, Industrial and Product Design at MIT Institute of Design
June 1, 2013 - May 1, 2018
M.Des, Digital Futures at OCAD University
September 1, 2023 - May 1, 2025
B.Des, Industrial and Product Design at MIT Institute of Design, Pune, India
June 1, 2013 - May 1, 2018

Qualifications

Innovation & Creativity Certificate
January 1, 2023 - October 1, 2025
Innovation & Creativity Certificate
January 1, 2023 - October 1, 2025

Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Education