Gowtham Ganesan
Robotics & Automation Engineer
Summary
MSc-qualified Robotics & Automation Engineer with a BE in Mechatronics Engineering and UK professional experience. Hands-on foundation in PLC programming, HMI deployment, RPA process automation (UiPath), Python, PyTorch, OpenCV, ROS/ROS2, machine learning and embedded systems. Combines robotics/AI project capability with practical operations, process-improvement, digital-systems training, KPI reporting and team leadership in UK environments. Targeting early-career to mid-level roles across robotics engineering, automation, robotics software, computer vision, AI/ML for robotics, autonomous systems, controls, simulation and technical project delivery or Project/Program Management roles.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
10
10
Certification
Work History
Business Support Manager
Compass Group UK & Ireland
Birmingham
04.2026 - 07.2026
- Drive digital systems training and compliance documentation for new unit launch, applying structured process mapping and SOP design methodologies
- Lead audit readiness programs using data-led KPI reporting to track compliance and operational performance metrics
- Design and implement operational SOPs that improve team efficiency and reduce onboarding time for new associates
Brand Assistant Manager
Compass Group UK & Ireland
Birmingham
02.2026 - 07.2026
- Apply Lean Six Sigma DMAIC methodology to streamline labour scheduling, rota management, and compliance processes, driving measurable Gross Profit improvement
- Lead recruitment, onboarding, and structured training programmes, building team technical and operational capability
- Use operational data and KPI reporting to identify waste-reduction opportunities and implement targeted improvement initiatives
Operations Supervisor
Amazon
Birmingham
01.2024 - 12.2025
- Delivered end-to-end training on digital systems and AI-enabled tills across a 1,000+ associate, dual-shift distribution operation, directly improving shift efficiency and fault resolution time
- Identified and implemented waste-reduction improvements through operational data analysis, contributing to a measurable Gross Profit increase
- Developed shift documentation and workflow guides to standardise processes across distributed teams, reducing process variance
PLC & Control Engineering Intern
Achll
Chingola
11.2021 - 03.2022
- Implemented PLC automation and HMI deployment for industrial facilities using ladder logic and function block diagram (FBD) programming
- Performed technical testing and validation of automated control systems, identifying faults and verifying performance against design specifications
- Authored technical documentation: electrical schematics, PLC programs, and deployment guides for handover to operations teams
- Delivered operator training on automation systems and control interfaces, bridging engineering design and floor-level application
Testing Engineer
Air Liquide
02.2020 - 05.2020
- Managed time and test system resources to meet quality objectives and cost estimates.
- Liaised with sub-contractors to implement production testing and training of local support personnel.
- Provided technical support to development teams and debugged test systems.
- Created and approved technical specifications and managed cost-effective, easy-to-manufacture and robust implementation.
Education
Master of Science - Robotics
University of Plymouth
09.2023
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechatronics Engineering
Chennai Institute of Technology
08.2020
Skills
- Python
- MATLAB
- PyTorch
- Machine Learning
- Neural Networks
- OpenCV
- Computer Vision
- ROS2
- PLC Programming
- Ladder Logic
- LabVIEW
- UiPath
- AutoCAD
- Fusion 360
- Embedded Systems Integration
- Electrical Schematics
- Fritzing
- HMI Deployment
- Control System Testing
- Validation
- Power BI
- Process Mapping
- Visio
- Lucidchart
- KPI Reporting
- Data Analysis
- Lean Six Sigma
- Agile
- Waterfall
- Hybrid PM
- Risk Management
- Stakeholder Management
Certification
- Lean Six Sigma - Foundation Certification (Process Improvement, DMAIC, Waste Reduction)
- Project Management Foundations - Agile, Waterfall, and Hybrid Methodologies
- Compass Career Pathway - Unit Manager Programme: Data Analysis & Reporting, Financial Oversight, Profit Protection & Audit, Training Skills
Accomplishments
- National-level athletics competitor - State Medalist with international competitive experience.
- Successfully launched new food retail unit (Taco Bell franchise) as Business Support Manager, overseeing all digital systems, compliance, and operational documentation from scratch.
- Delivered training across 1,000+ associate operation at Amazon, standardising processes that reduced onboarding time and improved shift efficiency.
Technical Skills
Python, MATLAB, PyTorch, Machine Learning, Neural Networks, OpenCV, Computer Vision, ROS2, PLC Programming (Ladder Logic, FBD), LabVIEW, UiPath (RPA), AutoCAD, Fusion 360, Embedded Systems Integration, Electrical Schematics, Fritzing, HMI Deployment, SCADA (Familiarity), Control System Testing & Validation, Power BI, Process Mapping (Visio, Lucidchart), KPI Reporting, Data Analysis, Lean Six Sigma (DMAIC), Agile/Waterfall/Hybrid PM, Risk & Stakeholder Management
Academic And Project Experience
- MSc Robotics - Research & Project Work, 2022-09-01, 2023-09-30, University of Plymouth, Plymouth, England, UK, Specialised in AI-driven technology applications, system integration, and automated solution deployment., Applied PyTorch and Python to neural network, machine learning, and embedded systems coursework projects., Gained hands-on exposure to ROS, OpenCV, and Arduino-based embedded control in laboratory and simulation environments., Developed a computer vision droplet-inspection pipeline (OpenCV) and a 6-layer CNN (PyTorch) for image classification, improving CIFAR-10 accuracy from 58.5% to 87%.
- Final Year Project: Smart Traffic Signal System for Emergency Vehicles, 2020-08-01, Chennai Institute of Technology, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, Designed and implemented an embedded control system to prioritise emergency vehicle movement through intelligent traffic signal automation. Managed full project lifecycle: system design, embedded programming (Arduino), hardware integration, testing, and deployment documentation.
Job Titles
- Robotics Engineer
- Robotics Software Engineer
- Robotics AI / Embodied AI Engineer
- Automation Engineer
- Mechatronics Engineer
- Computer Vision Engineer
- AI/ML Engineer - Robotics
- Autonomous Systems Engineer
- Robotics Integration Engineer
- Controls / PLC Engineer
- Robotics Test & Validation Engineer
- Technical Project / Program Coordinator
Portfolio
Design And Development of Bioinspired Robot
Implementation of Distributed System made a versatile autonomous car prototype
Design and Building of PCB Board
Timeline
Business Support Manager
Compass Group UK & Ireland
04.2026 - 07.2026
Brand Assistant Manager
Compass Group UK & Ireland
02.2026 - 07.2026
Operations Supervisor
Amazon
01.2024 - 12.2025
PLC & Control Engineering Intern
Achll
11.2021 - 03.2022
Testing Engineer
Air Liquide
02.2020 - 05.2020
Master of Science - Robotics
University of Plymouth
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechatronics Engineering
Chennai Institute of Technology