Join us for Industry Connect: Point of View, a live session where senior Subject Matter Experts from the automotive industry share their perspectives on how the industry is transforming, the technology landscape, the kinds of work being done today, and the roles students can prepare for. Designed for faculty and 3rd / final-year engineering students, this event gives you direct access to industry thinking that can shape your career and learning decisions.
What to expect
- Three expert-led talks (each 20 minutes + 10 minutes Q&A) covering:
- Convergence in the landscape of Industrial Automation
- Influencing the future of automotive with foundation, technology and trend
- Safety in Mobility
- Live Q&A after each talk so you can get practical, actionable answers.
- A focused, industry-to-campus conversation that helps translate trends into career and curriculum insights.
Why attend
- Hear first-hand where the automotive industry is heading and what skills it values.
- Understand the real-world application of technologies taught in classrooms.
- Learn about emerging roles and project types that graduates are being hired for.
- Bring questions that matter to recruiters and faculty alike.
Format & duration
- Live event (online).
- Total duration: 2.5 hours.
- Each speaker: 20 min talk + 10 min audience Q&A.
- Time allocated for opening remarks, a short break, and a closing discussion.
Reserve your spot today to gain a practical edge — whether you’re shaping a career path or preparing the next generation of engineers.
Meet Our Experts
Sr. Solution Architect,
Bosch Global Software Technologies
Industrial Automation & Controls expert with over 20 years of global experience driving innovation and digital transformation across Manufacturing, Mobility, and Retail. Skilled in Industry 4.0, IoT, and Control Applications from concept to commissioning.
Proven leader in delivering complex, high-quality projects and mentoring teams at all levels. Passionate about leveraging AI to enhance efficiency, optimize operations, and advance engineering solutions
VP & Head – Vehicle Engineering,
Daimler Truck Innovation Center India,
Sachin Patidar brings over two decades of experience in automotive engineering and innovation. As the head of vehicle engineering at DTICI, he leads cross-functional teams to deliver next-gen mobility solutions.
With academic credentials spanning engineering, psychology, and data analysis, he champions industry-academia collaboration to shape future-ready talent. His work bridges technology, human behavior, and data-driven decision-making. He is also an author of book on Innovation.
Digital Transformation Leader
Bosch Global Software Technologies
Mahesh is a strategic business and technology leader with 19+ years of experience driving large-scale digital transformation and revenue growth across the automotive and manufacturing industries. His passion lies in solving complex industrial problems by blending cutting-edge technologies like IoT, MES, and Industry 4.0 with sound business strategy and execution excellence.
About the Industry Connect Initiative
The Industry Connect Initiative by Buoyanci, a global consulting firm, is a strategic program designed to bridge the gap between academic learning and real-world engineering practices. Aimed at pre-final and final year engineering students, the initiative focuses on enhancing employability by providing exposure to industry trends, technologies, and professional expectations.
Through a blend of webinars, tech-talks, internships, projects, and job fairs, Industry Connect equips students with both technical expertise and practical experience. Participants gain valuable opportunities to interact with industry experts, develop soft skills like teamwork and communication, and apply theoretical knowledge to real-world challenges.
By engaging with Industry Connect, students can expand their professional networks, gain mentorship, and prepare confidently for their transition from campus to career. This initiative embodies Buoyanci’s vision of “Advancing Boundaries, Creating Destinies” — empowering future engineers to thrive in a rapidly evolving industrial landscape.