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 3 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 10 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