SAEINDIA Southern Section
Advancing Mobility Knowledge and Solutions for the Benefit of Humanity
Part of a Global Network
SAEINDIA Southern Section operates as part of the global SAE organization, bringing international knowledge and resources to the Indian mobility engineering community.
SAE International
Founded in 1905 as the Society of Automotive Engineers, SAE International is a global association of more than 128,000 engineers and technical experts in the aerospace, automotive, and commercial-vehicle industries.
Organizational Structure
SAEINDIA Southern Section
Established in 1996, the Southern Section is headquartered in Chennai and serves the five southern states. It is one of the most active sections with a strong focus on student competitions, industry collaboration, and technical knowledge dissemination.
A Rich History of Excellence
From our founding to the present day, we have consistently pushed the boundaries of automotive engineering and education in India.
About SAEINDIA Southern Section
SAEINDIA Southern Section is a dynamic affiliate of SAE International, one of the world's largest professional associations dedicated to mobility engineering excellence. Established with a vision to serve as a pivotal platform for automotive enthusiasts, engineers, and professionals, we are committed to fostering innovation and technical knowledge exchange.
Our mission is to develop and connect automotive professionals and students through world-class programs, competitions, and technical resources that sets the stage for the future of mobility engineering.
30+
Years of Excellence
Membership Growth
Strategic Focus Areas
Our activities and initiatives are guided by these key strategic pillars that help us create maximum impact in the mobility engineering space.
Student Development
Empowering the next generation of automotive engineers through competitions, workshops, and hands-on learning opportunities.
Industry Collaboration
Fostering partnerships between academia and industry to bridge the knowledge gap and create real-world opportunities.
Knowledge Dissemination
Creating and sharing technical knowledge through publications, conferences, workshops, and digital platforms.
Membership Benefits
Join SAEINDIA Southern Section and gain access to exclusive benefits that will enhance your professional growth and academic journey.
Student Competitions
Participate in prestigious competitions like SAEINDIA BAJA, Aero Design and Electric Vehicle Design to test your engineering skills.
Technical Resources
Access to technical journals, papers, webinars, and educational resources to enhance your knowledge in automotive engineering.
Career Opportunities
Connect with industry professionals, attend job fairs, and get exclusive internship opportunities with leading automotive companies.
Our Vision
To be the premier association for advancing mobility knowledge and solutions for the benefit of humanity. We strive to create a culture of innovation where engineering excellence thrives and contributes to sustainable development in the automotive industry.
Our Mission
To develop and disseminate technical information through publications, forums, and competitions. To provide lifelong learning opportunities and facilitate voluntary consensus standards development. To foster professional development and career advancement for our members and the next generation of engineers.
Management Committee Members
Meet the dedicated professionals who lead SAEINDIA Southern Section with vision, expertise, and unwavering commitment to excellence in automotive engineering.
Dinesh Shyamsundar
EVage Automotive Pvt Ltd
R. Rajendran
SRM Institute of Science and Technology
Kasiraja T
Visteon Technical & Services Centre Pvt Ltd
Baskara Sethupathi P
SRM Institute of Science and Technology
Nallaperumal SS
Vitesco Technologies India Pvt Ltd
Jilse Sebastian
St.Josephs College of Engineering & Technology, Palai
Hariharan Sankarasubramanian
SASTRA Deemed University
Mahendra Babu Kasinathan
ZF (CVCS) India Ltd
Sukumar T
ZF (CVCS) India Ltd
Murugan M
Vellore Institute of Technology - Vellore
MOSES RAJA CECIL D
Loyola ICAM College Of Engineering And Technology
K Visagavel
Knowledge Institute of Technology
Bharathiraja S E
ZF Commercial Vehicle Control Systems India Ltd
Together, we drive innovation and excellence in automotive engineering across the Southern region of India.
Join the SAEINDIA Community Today
Become a part of the largest mobility engineering community in India and unlock a world of opportunities.