Dr. Alphin Masilamany Santha — Associate Consultant
With over 23 years of experience in teaching, research, and career development, I am passionate about shaping future engineers and fostering strong industry-academia collaborations. As Professor In-Charge of the Career Development Centre at SSN, I have achieved a 95%+ placement record, leading initiatives in training, corporate engagement, and strategic partnerships. My academic journey includes a Ph.D. Engineering Design from NIT Tiruchirappalli, and Master degrees from CEG, Anna University. My research spans Vibration, Product Design, Human Factors, Automobile Technology, VR/AR, and Biomechanics, with 67 international journal publications, 19 conference papers, and successful guidance of 9 Ph.D. scholars. Key achievements: Industrial Consultancy for real-time design and vibration challenges Principal Investigator for DST-funded project worth ₹22 Lakhs Organized FDPs, conferences, and workshops worth ₹30 Lakhs Awards: Best Faculty, Best Paper, and Best All-round Abilities Patent Holder: Portable Oxygen Cylinder with Face Mask Skills: Campus Placement • Career Development • Industrial Design • R&D • Corporate Communications I believe in mentorship, innovation, and creating impactful learning experiences that empower students and strengthen industry ties.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Higher Education and Engineering professional with a strong focus on Career Development and Consultancy.
Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Experience: 22 yrs 2 mos
Skills
- Career Development
- Industrial Design
- Research And Development
- Corporate Engagement
- Consultancy
Career Highlights
- Achieved 95%+ placement record at SSN.
- Guided 9 Ph.D. scholars to completion.
- Secured ₹22 Lakhs in research funding.
Work Experience
Career Development Centre (CDC), Sri Sivasubramaniya Nadar College of Engineering, SSN, Chennai
Professor InCharge - Career Development Centre (CDC) (2 yrs)
SSN College of Engineering
Faculty Placement Coordinator (7 yrs 9 mos)
Sri Sivasubramaniya Nadar College Of Engineering
Associate Professor of Engineering (14 yrs 9 mos)
National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli
Senior Research Associate (2 yrs 11 mos)
SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST)
Assistant Professor of Engineering (3 yrs 2 mos)
Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences
Assistant Professor of Engineering (1 yr 4 mos)
Education
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) at National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli
Master of Engineering - MEng at College of Engineering, Guindy
Bachelor of Engineering - BE at University of Madras