Professional Experience

Over 12 years of core engineering expertise spanning real-time simulation, academic governance, and utilities commissioning across Australia, the USA, and India.

Research Fellow in Energy Systems

Flinders University
Adelaide, SA, Australia
Apr 2026 – Present
  • Conduct advanced research in energy systems, digital twins, and community energy frameworks.
  • Contribute to projects on emerging technologies, including quantum computing for energy systems.

Assistant Professor, School of Electrical Engineering

Head, Center of Innovation and Research in Electric Vehicle, KIIT Deemed to be University
Bhubaneswar, India
May 2025 – Apr 2026
  • Led research and innovation in electric vehicle and battery technologies.
  • Supervised postgraduate research and academic programs.

Research Assistant Professor / Postdoctoral Fellow

Clemson University
South Carolina, USA
Mar 2023 – Apr 2025
  • Conducted advanced research on microgrids, power system resilience, and energy markets.
  • Developed innovative digital twin models for battery systems and energy infrastructure applications.

Visiting Faculty/ Senior Lecturer

Eastern Academy of Science and Technology and IIIT Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar, India
Sept 2017 – Sept 2018 and August 2012 – Sept 2015
  • Delivered advanced lectures to undergraduate engineering students on core electrical and energy system subjects.
  • Conducted specialized research in power systems and energy resilience to enhance grid reliability.
  • Facilitated academic tutoring and laboratory sessions, providing direct mentorship to students.
  • Managed the assessment process, including the design and evaluation of student assignments and examinations.

Junior Engineer (Electrical)

TATA PROJECTS LTD.
Hyderabad, India
June 2008 – Sept 2009
  • Supervised the installation and commissioning of 33/11 kV transmission lines and substation equipment to ensure technical compliance.
  • Managed on-site project execution, coordinating with contractors and vendors to meet strict project timelines.
  • Conducted quality inspections and testing of electrical components, including transformers, circuit breakers, and protection relays.
  • Monitored safety protocols and adherence to technical standards during the construction and stringing of transmission lines.
  • Prepared technical reports and progress documentation for project stakeholders and senior management.