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Lakshmi Nair

Mechanical Engineer

From Mechanical Engineering Student to Lead Mechanical Engineer (Renewable Energy)
“If you want to switch industries, switch role first or industry first.”
7 yrs4 milestonesPune, India

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2022-2025 | Promotion: Senior Design Engineer Mahindra & Mahindra Promoted into a senior design role with a small team and a bigger budget. ...
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