Ketaki Kolhekar

Ketaki Kolhekar is a skilled mechanical design engineer with extensive experience across various sectors. Currently serving as a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer at Nextracker Inc. since May 2024, previous roles include similar positions at CarbonCapture Inc. and Virgin Hyperloop, where technical leadership was demonstrated in the development of suspension systems and power electronics. At Virgin Hyperloop, responsibilities included leading mechanical design and validation processes for high-voltage power electronics units. Prior experience at Honda R&D involved significant contributions to steering system development, achieving substantial cost reductions through design optimization and supplier management. Educational qualifications include a Master of Science in Manufacturing Engineering from the University of Cincinnati and a Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering from Vishwakarma Institute Of Technology.