RAMSUDHAN KETHARNATHAN
Chennai
Summary
I am a Motivated Robotics Engineer with hands-on experience in developing robots and UAVs, specializing in rapid prototyping and innovation refinement through robotics and additive manufacturing. Proficient Project Engineer with 1+ year of experience successfully leading and completing 6+ projects on time, within budget, and to specification. Skilled at coordinating technical teams, solving complex problems, and driving R&D initiatives. Seeking a role in Software Development, or R&D where I can leverage my expertise to deliver innovative solutions and support organizational growth.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Project Engineer
NexXora inc
06.2024 - 08.2025
- piloted multiple UAS projects - sub250g autonomous drone, EO/IR zoom gimbal camera, VTOL UAV, HD Video link.
- Piloted multiple AI projects - Bigdata platform, voice recognition ai model, training vision models for Andhra Govt.
- Monitored installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications.
- Determined and scheduled priorities as required to progress engineering work.
- Maintained records for each project and engineering discipline.
- Identified technical risks within managed projects.
- Trained and mentored junior engineers, providing guidance and direction.
- Created detailed reports on engineering activities and findings.
- Created and executed R&D BOM for all projects.
- Developed and implemented procedures to verify compliance with engineering standards.
- Analyzed and interpreted customer requirements to develop engineering solutions.
- Collaborated with other departments to facilitate successful project completion.
- Led engineering teams to successfully complete projects on time and within budget.
Freelancer
Self-employeed
11.2022 - 11.2022
- Sold two drone kits (one brushed and one brushless) configured for plug and play to EGAMS school. The nano drones are designed for 8th to 12th grade students to learn about drones.
- Financials: Generated sales of 100,000 rupees.
- Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
- Trained Teachers to apply best coding practices and proper use of UAV development tools.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
- Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
- Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
- Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
Freelancer
Self-employeed
08.2022 - 08.2022
- Provided 3d-Printed FPV Racing Drone kits to SRM university , Chennai.
- Financials: Generated sales of 150,000 rupees .
- Analyzed user feedback to gather input and identify areas required for improvement.
- conducted a UAV workshop training students to build their own UAV's.
- Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
- Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
- Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
Freelancer
Self-employeed
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Designed and delivered a comprehensive one-day, hands-on training program on “How to Build a Drone” for university students, covering multirotor design, assembly, and testing.
- Mentored participants on drone technology fundamentals, practical assembly techniques, and safe flight operations.
- Successfully engaged students, generating strong interest and follow-up opportunities, including:
A paid workshop invitation from SRM University
New customer acquisition directly from the event - Financials: Generated ₹75,000 in sales through workshop participation and drone sales.
- Sold and showcased CX220, a custom 3D-printed quadcopter frame made from durable polypropylene.
- Recognized with a Certificate of Appreciation for outstanding mentorship and contribution to innovation at the institute.
Education
postgraduate Certificate - Artificial Intelligence And Machine Learning
05-2024
GPA: 3.52/4
- Relevant courses: Reinforcement Learning,Cyberlaw, Ethics and Privacy, Data Analysis Mathematics, Algorithms and Modeling, Agile Software Prototyping, Foundations of Machine Learning Frameworks, Artificial Intelligence Algorithms and Mathematics, Machine Learning Programming, Agile Software Prototyping, capstone project.
- Relevant languages: c/c++, rust, python, R, HAL.
- Study Abroad: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning - Conestoga College, waterloo, canada, 2023 to 2024
- DJI vision ai model, Designed and trained a vision pipeline for using object detection AI models with all DJI drones - Capstone Project. github
Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Science
01.2021
GPA: 7
- Relevant courses: Artificial Intelligence Digital signal processing, DBMS, OS, computer networks.
- relevant languages: c, c++, java, python.
- Covid Robot - Recognized by Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu for contributing to Covid-19 SMART WARD - 2020.
- Designed, constructed, and implemented Covid-19 Robot for RMMCH hospital, Chidambaram to offer contact-free patient support. - Capstone Project
Skills
- Coding Languages: C/C, JAVA, JavaScript, Python, SQL, R, Arduino ide, HTML/CSS, BASH, PowerShell
- Frameworks/Systems: Fusion 360, Tinkercad, CAD, Fritzing PCB, Arduino, Android Studio, App Inventor, Beta-flight, Emuflight, Ardupilot, PX4-Autopilot,visual studio, cmake, Gazebo and Airsim
- Hardware: Arduino(NANO, UNO, MEGA, DUE),ESP32, Raspberrypi(3,4B), Nvidia Jetson Orin nano super, STM32Flight controllers(F1-H7boards), Radxa series, STM32-MPU, ESP32, Beaglebone Black, Coral TPU, other SOM’s/SOC's
- 3D Printing: Created, assembled, and operated 3D printers and Expertise in various 3D printing methods for more than 6 years (eg, FDM, SLA, SLS), demonstrating advanced manufacturing skills
- Material Science: Used materials in 3D printing, (eg, PLA, ABS, TPU, PETG, HIPS, PPE, PA612)
- Hardware Prototyping: Developed Arduino & SOC(raspberry pi)-based projects, proficient in Fusion 360 and CAD tools, halving design time, proficient in soldering,wiring and assembly
- Autonomous Systems and Robotics Navigation: Expertise in perception, state estimation, localization, mapping, path-planning, control systems, SLAM (Simultaneous Localization and Mapping)and mono/fusion odometry algorithms
- Extensive hands-on experience with sensor technologies including LiDAR, Distance sensors(IR,sonar etc), cameras, IMU, magnetometer, barometer and GPS
- Natural Language Processing (NLP): Experience with NLP techniques and tools (eg, NLTK, spaCy, Transformers) for text analysis, sentiment analysis, and chatbot development and VLM, VLA for Robotics
- Generative Models: Knowledge of generative models like GANs (Generative Adversarial Networks) for data augmentation, synthetic dataset generation, and creative applications
- Strong background in machine learning (CNNs, DNNs, FCNs, RNNs, LSTMs, VAEs), neural network architectures (ResNET, VGG, Inception) and Reinforcement Learning algorithms(Q-Learning, SARSA, DQN, Double DQN, Dueling DQN)
- Expert in using machine learning frameworks (Keras, PyTorch, TensorFlow, MLflow, HuggingFace, Numpy, Pandas, Scikit-Learn, XGboost, Matplotlib, Seaborn)
- Advanced proficiency with Robotics and computer vision tools (ROS-2, ORBSLAM-3, OpenCV, Gazebo, Rviz, PCL, YOLO, MULTINET)
- Proficient with Linux operating systems (ARCH,Ubuntu, Raspbian) and virtualization tools (Docker, Kubernetes, VMWare)
- Experienced in Agile development methodologies, enhancing rapid application development and deployment
- COMMS: Proficient with CAN, TCP/UDP, DDS, MAVLink, JAUS, IOP,LoRa, ESPnow for robust system integration
- Wireless & Mobile Communication: Skilled in standards (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Zigbee, 5G) for IoT and radio cards- 868/900mhz, 14ghz(OEM), 24-6ghz bands
- Advanced Network Security: Understanding of security protocols (SSL/TLS, IPSec) to safeguard data integrity and privacy Implemented AES256bit algorithms in projects
- Leadership and Strategy: Piloted multiple projects, trained team members to achieve project goals minimizing cost and time
- Communication & Teamwork: Effective team communication within software development projects, emphasizing collaboration and clarity(SLACK, JIRA)
Accomplishments
- Led multiple projects under nexxora inc company - sub250 autonomous drone, zoom gimbal camera, VTOL UAV, HD Vision link - 2025.
- Autonomous Drone Navigation via Reinforcement Learning-2024.
- Real-time Object Detection in Drones with YOLOv10 and using Neural network- 2023.
- Designed, constructed, and implemented 3d-Printed FPV Racing Drones For Economic Feasibility and Structural Integrity - 2022.(sold it to SRM university, Chennai)
- Designed, constructed and implemented an omnidirectional autonomous robot to serve food at Hotel Saradharam, Chidambaram - 2021.
- Recognized by Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu for contributing to Covid-19 SMART WARD - 2020.
- A. Designed, constructed, and implemented Covid-19 Robot for RMMCH hospital, Chidambaram to offer contact-free patient support.
- Designed and developed a prototype for Humanoid Robot - 2019.
- Designed, constructed and implemented Air Hockey robot for SVCE symposium - 2018.
- World Robot Masters Cup - Runners, Singapore - 2013.
Timeline
Technical Project Engineer - NexXora inc
06.2024 - 08.2025
Freelancer - Self-employeed
11.2022 - 11.2022
Freelancer - Self-employeed
08.2022 - 08.2022
Freelancer - Self-employeed
06.2022 - 07.2022
Conestoga College-waterloo - postgraduate Certificate, Artificial Intelligence And Machine Learning
Sri Venkateswara College of Engineering - Bachelor of Engineering, Computer Science