Vaikunth Shanbhag - Technology Consultant – Hydrogen Systems Engineering

Q: Where is Vaikunth based?

Vaikunth is based in Düsseldorf, Germany and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Vaikunth speak?

Vaikunth speaks the following languages: English (Advanced), Hindi (Advanced), Kannada (Advanced), Tamil (Advanced), German (Intermediate) .

Q: How many years of experience does Vaikunth have?

Vaikunth has at least 16 years of experience. During this time, Vaikunth has worked in at least 9 different roles and for 8 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 7 months . Note that Vaikunth may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Vaikunth's latest experience?

Vaikunth's most recent position is Technology Consultant – Hydrogen Systems Engineering at Bashpa Energy Technology Solutions .

Q: What companies has Vaikunth worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Vaikunth has worked for Bashpa Energy Technology Solutions , Stack-Hydrogen Solutions GmbH , and FEV Europe GmbH .

Q: Which industries is Vaikunth most experienced in?

Vaikunth is most experienced in industries like Automotive , Energy , and Manufacturing . Vaikunth also has some experience in Aerospace and Defense .

Q: Which business areas is Vaikunth most experienced in?

Vaikunth is most experienced in business areas like Product Development , Research and Development , and Strategy . Vaikunth also has some experience in Quality Assurance , Business Intelligence , and Information Technology .

Q: Which industries has Vaikunth worked in recently?

Vaikunth has recently worked in industries like Automotive and Energy .

Q: Which business areas has Vaikunth worked in recently?

Vaikunth has recently worked in business areas like Product Development , Research and Development , and Strategy .

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Düsseldorf, Germany

Experience

Jan 2024 - Present

2 years 3 months

India

Technology Consultant – Hydrogen Systems Engineering

Bashpa Energy Technology Solutions

Consulting & strategic advisory in areas related systems engineering, infrastructure development, techno-economic feasibility, sector coupling and regulatory aspects of green hydrogen in India to evaluate integration and decarbonization opportunities.
Developed data-driven models of renewable distributed energy resources (wind, solar and hydel) to evaluate the cost of green hydrogen production, distribution and application, aiming for commercial viability and affordability.
Spearheaded the modelling of the Indian electricity grid and simulation of load balancing to estimate the short- and long-term energy market flexibility analysis to support energy trading and risk management for hydrogen assets.
Leading AI-enabled software development to support decision-making and accelerate the adoption of a hydrogen economy in India.

Apr 2022 - Mar 2025

3 years

Aachen, Germany

Senior Engineer – Fuel Cell Systems Engineering

Stack-Hydrogen Solutions GmbH

Led the development of multi-domain mathematics and physics-based simulation models (0D–1D) for hydrogen-based fuel cell systems (System and Balance of Plant) in Matlab/Simulink for automotive application, enhancing predictive analytics and design optimization.
Developed & optimized energy management and control strategies for system/powertrain/vehicle, achieving measurable gains in vehicle performance, stability & fuel efficiency.
Developed tool chains for real-time MiL/SiL/HiL testing, accelerating embedded software development, validation and integration cycles.
Spearheaded system-level requirement engineering and MBSE implementation to align with various standards, reducing development iterations, ensuring functional safety compliance and traceability.
Provided techno-commercial inputs for system cost engineering to optimize CAPEX & OPEX; strategy and business case development to maximize valuation.

Apr 2021 - Mar 2022

1 year

India

Hybrid

Modular Hybrid Two-Wheeler Concept Project

Led the design and development of a modular hybrid electric two-wheeler tailored for the Indian market.
Managed end-to-end responsibilities including product design, supplier sourcing, prototype validation, customer development, and fundraising.
Drove business strategy and project execution, leading to recognition as a South Region Finalist in the Climate Launchpad India 2018 competition.

Apr 2019 - Mar 2021

2 years

Aachen, Germany

Project Engineer – Fuel Cell Systems

FEV Europe GmbH

Built and validated digital twin models for PEMFC based powertrains for various vehicle classes in Matlab/Simulink and GT-SUITE through alignment with test results and performed detailed documentation.
Conducted performance and cost optimization using simulation-driven Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis and introduced modular system designs, reducing costs across platforms.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams for system benchmarking.

Aug 2018 - Feb 2019

7 months

India

Hybrid

Modular Hybrid Two-Wheeler Concept Project

Led the design and development of a modular hybrid electric two-wheeler tailored for the Indian market.
Managed end-to-end responsibilities including product design, supplier sourcing, prototype validation, customer development, and fundraising.
Drove business strategy and project execution, leading to recognition as a South Region Finalist in the Climate Launchpad India 2018 competition.

Aug 2018 - Jan 2019

6 months

Aachen, Germany

Systems Engineer – Fuel Cell Range Extenders

StreetScooter GmbH

Simulated and optimized range extender architectures for DHL’s electric delivery fleet, improving range and operational reliability under variable load conditions.

Dec 2013 - Jul 2018

4 years 8 months

Bengaluru, India

Hybrid

Senior Engineer – FCHEV System Modeling & Simulation

Mercedes-Benz R&D

Delivered simulation frameworks and energy management logic for next-gen Fuel Cell Hybrid Electric Vehicles (FCHEV) including the B-Class F-Cell and GLC F-Cell.
Developed performance models for e-turbochargers and hybrid systems, supporting Daimler's early-stage fuel cell and hybrid concept evaluations.
Provided program support across simulation workflows, toolchain development, and technical training.

Jan 2013 - Nov 2013

11 months

Bengaluru, India

Senior Engineer – System Modelling & Analysis

Honeywell Technology Solutions

Modeled lithium bromide-based vapor absorption thermal recovery systems; analyzed field data from aero engines and APUs to drive predictive maintenance and energy recovery design improvements.

Jul 2010 - Sep 2011

1 year 3 months

Bengaluru, India

Development Engineer – Common Rail Diesel Injection (CRDI) Systems

Bosch Limited

Led system-level calibration and environmental validation of CRDI systems for commercial vehicle applications; developed & validated models for simulation and control concept development.

Aug 2008 - Jul 2010

2 years

Chennai, India

R&D Engineer – Pneumatic Brake Systems

WABCO TVS India

Designed and validated modular air brake components; implemented cost-saving redesigns via value engineering and functional benchmarking.

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Automotive, Energy, Manufacturing, and Aerospace and Defense.

Automotive

Energy

Manufacturing

Aerospace and Defense

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Product Development, Research and Development, Strategy, Quality Assurance, Business Intelligence, and Information Technology.

Product Development

Research and Development

Strategy

Quality Assurance

Business Intelligence

Information Technology

Summary

I am a highly motivated systems engineer with 14+ years of experience. I am passionate about innovation, continuous process optimization which has resulted in patented inventions, efficient workflows and significant cost reduction. I am committed to technological advancements and business excellence, with a proven track record of leading complex engineering projects, especially in model-based systems engineering of fuel cell hybrid powertrains and automotive technology.

Skills

Software

Matlab/simulink
Python & Pypsa Programming
Gt-suite
Autocad
Embedded Coding (C/c++)
Catia V5
Proe/creo
Freecad
Blender 3d
Microsoft Tools - Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Access, Visio, Outlook
In-step (Req. Mgmt.)
Capella (Mbse)
Wordpress Platform (Html, Php, Javascript & Css)

Technical & Business

System Modelling & Simulation (Data-driven, Semi-empirical & Physics Based Modelling Of Aero-thermodynamic, Vibrational & Electrical Systems)
Power Systems Modelling
Energy Market Modelling/analysis Of Flexibility Trading
Statistical Analysis & Decision Making
Test Data Measurement & Analysis
Functional Safety Acc. Iso 26262
Model Based System Engineering Acc. Aspice
Requirements Management
Automotive Business Development
Cost Modelling/engineering
Benchmarking
Project Management
Dfmea/hara
Design Function Analysis
Lean Manufacturing Techniques (Apqp, Dfa Kaizen, Poka Yoke, Ppap, Tpm, Tqm)
Supplier Management
Value Engineering

Languages

English

Advanced

Hindi

Advanced

Kannada

Advanced

Tamil

Advanced

German

Intermediate

Education

Apr 2019 - Mar 2020

Quantic School of Business & Technology

Executive MBA · United States

Oct 2011 - Sep 2012

Cranfield University

MSc · Automotive Product Engineering · United Kingdom

Aug 2004 - Jul 2008

Visveswariah Technological University

BE · Mechanical Engineering · India

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 10

Experience in Automotive 14 y

Avg length 1 y 9 m

Longest experience 4 y 7 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 2 (India, Germany)

Primary country India

Expertise

Recent roles Technology Consultant – Hydrogen Systems Engineering, Senior Engineer – Fuel Cell Systems Engineering, Modular Hybrid Two-Wheeler Concept Project

Main industries Automotive, Energy, Manufacturing

Main business areas Product Development, Research and Development, Strategy

Qualifications

Highest degree Master

Profile

Created

December 2025

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Where is Vaikunth based?

Vaikunth is based in Düsseldorf, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Vaikunth speak?

Vaikunth speaks the following languages: English (Advanced), Hindi (Advanced), Kannada (Advanced), Tamil (Advanced), German (Intermediate).

How many years of experience does Vaikunth have?

Vaikunth has at least 16 years of experience. During this time, Vaikunth has worked in at least 9 different roles and for 8 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 7 months. Note that Vaikunth may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Vaikunth be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Vaikunth would be well-suited for roles such as: Technology Consultant – Hydrogen Systems Engineering, Senior Engineer – Fuel Cell Systems Engineering, Modular Hybrid Two-Wheeler Concept Project.

What is Vaikunth's latest experience?

Vaikunth's most recent position is Technology Consultant – Hydrogen Systems Engineering at Bashpa Energy Technology Solutions.

What companies has Vaikunth worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Vaikunth has worked for Bashpa Energy Technology Solutions, Stack-Hydrogen Solutions GmbH, and FEV Europe GmbH.

Which industries is Vaikunth most experienced in?

Vaikunth is most experienced in industries like Automotive, Energy, and Manufacturing. Vaikunth also has some experience in Aerospace and Defense.

Which business areas is Vaikunth most experienced in?

Vaikunth is most experienced in business areas like Product Development, Research and Development, and Strategy. Vaikunth also has some experience in Quality Assurance, Business Intelligence, and Information Technology.

Which industries has Vaikunth worked in recently?

Vaikunth has recently worked in industries like Automotive and Energy.

Which business areas has Vaikunth worked in recently?

Vaikunth has recently worked in business areas like Product Development, Research and Development, and Strategy.

What is Vaikunth's education?

Vaikunth holds a Master from Quantic School of Business & Technology, a Master in Automotive Product Engineering from Cranfield University and a Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering from Visveswariah Technological University.

What is the availability of Vaikunth?

Vaikunth is immediately available part-time for suitable projects.

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