From Engineering Professors to Industry Transformation
The story of how two BITS Pilani and IIM Kozhikode faculty members set out to solve India's automotive workforce gap — and built a TÜV SÜD approved automotive training center.
Reynlab Founders
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India's Automotive Workforce Gap
18 years ago, while teaching at BITS Pilani and conducting corporate training projects for leading automotive OEMs, our founders identified a critical disconnect between what engineering colleges were teaching and what the automotive industry actually needed.
Fresh engineering graduates — even from top institutions — lacked hands-on experience with real automotive systems. They could solve theoretical problems but couldn't diagnose a misfiring engine, calibrate an ECU, or analyze dyno data. The industry was spending 6-12 months training every new hire from scratch.
Meanwhile, diploma holders and technicians had practical skills but lacked the theoretical foundation to advance in their careers or adapt to emerging technologies like EV and ADAS.
The Core Problem:
India was producing thousands of automotive engineers every year, but very few were industry-ready. Companies were forced to choose between expensive in-house training programs or hiring from abroad.
That's when the vision for Reynlab was born: Create a training center that bridges the gap between academic theory and industry practice, with internationally recognized certifications that prove competency.
Who Built Reynlab Technologies
Sajeeth Kumar M M
Founder & CEO
Sajeeth Kumar is the Founder & CEO of Reynlab Technologies with over two decades of experience in automotive engineering and education. A BITS Pilani graduate, he has worked with leading organizations including Infosys and UCAL Fuel Systems. His vision has been to bridge the skill gap in India's automotive industry by providing world-class, industry-relevant training. Under his leadership, Reynlab has grown from a small training center to a TÜV SÜD approved automotive training institute, training 5,000+ students and placing graduates in automotive companies across 12+ countries.
- BITS Pilani Graduate
- Ex-Infosys
- Ex-UCAL Fuel Systems
- 20+ years in automotive industry
- Designed corporate training for Fortune 500 companies
Dr. Sandhya Rani C
Co-founder & Vice Head of Corporate Skills
Dr. Sandhya Rani is the Co-founder of Reynlab Technologies and heads the Corporate Skills division. With a Ph.D. in Psychology and extensive experience in organizational development, she has designed behavioral and soft skills programs for over 1,000 professionals. Her expertise lies in positive psychology, stress management, and leadership development for technical professionals. She brings a unique blend of psychology and engineering education to help students and professionals develop the right mindset for career success.
- Ph.D. in Psychology
- Organizational Psychology Expert
- Certified Corporate Trainer
- 15+ years in professional development
- 1,000+ professionals trained
Both founders bring deep academic credentials and extensive corporate training experience with leading automotive OEMs including Bosch, Siemens, Tata Motors, and Mahindra.
18 Years of Innovation & Growth
Founded Reynlab Technologies
Started with a vision to bridge the gap between automotive education and industry needs. Founders identified critical workforce gaps while teaching at BITS Pilani and consulting for leading OEMs.
TÜV SÜD Certification Achieved
Became India's first TÜV SÜD certified automotive training center. This internationally recognized certification validated our curriculum and training standards.
Lab Infrastructure Expansion
Established state-of-the-art physical labs with dyno stations, ECU tuning equipment, and diagnostic systems. Began partnerships with automotive institutions for lab setup and curriculum licensing.
Virtual Dyno System Launch
Developed India's only virtual dyno system, enabling remote learning and simulation-based training. This innovation democratized access to expensive equipment.
EV & Future Tech Integration
Expanded curriculum to include Electric Vehicle technology, ADAS, and AI in automotive. Adapted training for the future of mobility while maintaining ICE expertise.
Formula Reynlab Launched
Introduced Formula Reynlab, a motorsport engineering competition for talent identification and experiential learning. Integrated with institutional partnerships.
Global Alumni Network
3,000+ graduates now employed globally across 16+ companies in 6 countries. Launched recruiter dashboard to connect verified talent with hiring partners worldwide.
Where Reynlab is Going
Our vision is to build India's largest automotive talent ecosystem — connecting students, institutions, and recruiters through verified skill data and cutting-edge training infrastructure.
AI Integration
Leading the integration of AI in automotive training — from ADAS to autonomous vehicle fundamentals to machine learning for diagnostics.
Global Expansion
More international placements and partnerships. Expanding our recruiter network to Europe, Middle East, and Southeast Asia.
Formula Reynlab
Scaling Formula Reynlab as a national talent identification platform — connecting top engineering students directly with industry recruiters.
Our Founders Have Trained Engineering Teams At
Leading automotive OEMs and technology companies trust Reynlab for workforce development and training excellence.
Be Part of Our Story
Whether you're a student, institution, or recruiter — join us in transforming India's automotive workforce.