Electrical Engineering Expertise in Electric Vehicle Infrastructure, Solar PV, and Sustainability

With a passion for environmental stewardship and a commitment to sustainable practices in the electrical engineering industry, Pravin Sankhwar brings an extensive amount of experience in engineering design and research. Holding a degree in MS in electrical engineering from Michigan Tech, a BS in electrical engineering from MNIT, and a PhD candidate, he combines academic knowledge with practical expertise to drive meaningful change in renewable energy industry. Throughout his career, Pravin Sankhwar has successfully led projects that promote sustainable initiatives, reduce carbon footprints, and engage communities in eco-friendly practices. He believes in the power of collaboration and innovative thinking to address today’s environmental challenges. Pravin Sankhwar is a licensed Professional Engineer in MD. With significant years of experience in graduate-level studies, electrical engineering consulting business, and petroleum operations, he has contributed to safe practices in the industry per codes and standards. He acts as a Principal Member of IEEE SA NESC. A sustainable practice background from MS in electrical engineering led him to earn Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design - LEED AP (BD+C) certification. His contributions to the transportation sector in the US are commendable as they include the review of electrical design drawings for buildings that support the road transportation department, electric vehicle charging stations design reviews and scoping, and electrification fleet transition modeling. These designs have direct application of the approved industry standards for the government agencies across the United States such as the NESC, NEC, NETA MTS, IECC, ASHRAE 90.1, IBC, IFC, and applicable NFPA standards. The support he provides to the clients in transportation is strongly related to engineering design, review and management of lighting and power design for tunnels, bridges, arc-flash improvement scoping, and other large capital project engineering construction support services. Apart from his experience working with the government of India undertaking HPCL, he has been associated with projects with clients in the United States such as NJ Department of Transportation, Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, New York City Transit, Port Authority of NY & NJ, AMTRAK, CapMetro, Maryland Transportation Authority, Maryland Port Authority, Maryland Transit Authority, Princeton University, and many more.