Suresh Kumar

Motivated and detail-oriented mechanical engineer with a strong academic background and extensive teaching, research, and industrial experience. Passionate about leveraging technical expertise and problem-solving skills in academia to contribute to innovative projects, foster research, and drive academic excellence.

Project Associate - R.V. Institute of Technology and Management - Bengaluru

• Conducting research on thermal spray coatings, surface engineering, and high-temperature corrosion-resistant materials.
• Drafting and preparing research manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed national and international journals.
• Assisting in the preparation, review, and submission of research project proposals for funding agencies and sponsored research programs.
• Contributing to the development of conference papers, technical presentations, and academic publications.
• Supervising undergraduate and postgraduate student projects, providing technical guidance and research mentorship.

Assistant Professor - Dr. T. Thimmaiah Institute of Technology - Kolar Gold Fields

(2018-01 - 2021-12)

• Taught undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Mechanical Engineering and guided student projects in Design engineering, manufacturing, and renewable energy systems.
• In charge of Bio-Diesel plant which comes under government of Karnataka, involved in representing the awareness of alternate fuels with local farmers.
• Actively participated in NBA (National Board of Accreditation) accreditation activities based on Outcome-Based Education (OBE) practices, including preparation of accreditation documents, assessment records, and compliance reports.
• Served as NBA Criterion Coordinator – Facilities and Technical Support, responsible for planning, maintenance, and documentation of laboratory infrastructure and equipment.
• Coordination of library resources and technical learning materials to support program outcomes.
• Management of computing facilities, software resources, and laboratory utilization records.
• Coordination and monitoring of technical staff support for laboratory operations and maintenance.
• Preparation of criterion-related evidence, reports, and documentation for NBA accreditation visits and audits.
• Participated in continuous improvement initiatives through assessment of Program Outcomes (POs), Course Outcomes (COs), and laboratory enhancement activities aligned with NBA requirements.

Assistant Professor - C. Byregowda Institute of Technology - Kolar

(2011-01 - 2018-12)

• Delivered undergraduate courses in core Mechanical Engineering subjects, including Machine Design, Manufacturing Processes, Engineering Materials, Renewable Energy Systems, and Engineering Drawing.
• Guided undergraduate students in academic projects, mini-projects, seminars, and technical paper presentations.
• Participated in curriculum development activities, syllabus review, course outcome formulation, and implementation of Outcome-Based Education (OBE) practices.
• Organized industrial visits, workshops, guest lectures, technical seminars, and skill-development programs to enhance student exposure to industry practices.
• Participated in faculty development programs (FDPs), workshops, and training programs to enhance teaching effectiveness and technical expertise.

Graduate Engineering Trainee - BEML Ltd. - Kolar Gold Fields

• Contributed to the design of industrial equipment with a focus on optimizing operational performance.

Ph.D. - Materials - R.V. Institute of technology and management

M.Tech. - Machine Design - S.J.C. Institute of Technology (2012-01)

B.E. - Mechanical Engineering - S.J.C. Institute of Technology (2007-01)