Amit Gupta
About Amit Gupta
Amit Gupta is the Lead Scientist at Aditya Birla Science & Technology Co Pvt Ltd (ABSTC) in Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, specializing in aluminium smelting technology and process modeling.
Title
Amit Gupta currently holds the position of Lead Scientist at Aditya Birla Science & Technology Co Pvt Ltd (ABSTC) in Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. His role involves leadership, research execution, and collaborative initiatives within the organization.
Company
Aditya Birla Science & Technology Co Pvt Ltd (ABSTC) is where Amit Gupta has built a significant portion of his career. He has progressed from Assistant Manager to Lead Scientist within the company, contributing to innovations in the energy efficiency and productivity of aluminium smelters at HINDALCO.
Professional Background
Amit Gupta has over a decade of experience at ABSTC in various roles. He worked as Assistant Manager from 2007 to 2010, Deputy Manager from 2010 to 2013, and Senior Scientist from 2014 to 2019, before assuming his current role as Lead Scientist. His expertise includes process modeling, simulations, and digital twinning of processes, primarily focused on improving aluminium smelting technology.
Education and Expertise
Amit Gupta holds a PhD in Materials Science & Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur, completed in 2016. He also earned an M.Tech in Materials & Metallurgical Engineering from the same institution in 2006 and a B.Tech in Metallurgical & Materials Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee in 2004. His academic background plays a crucial role in his process modeling and simulations, digital twinning, and aluminium smelting technology expertise.
Achievements and Responsibilities
In his role as Lead Scientist, Amit Gupta leads a team of senior scientists dedicated to enhancing the energy efficiency and productivity of aluminium smelters. He has developed state-of-the-art models that analyze the thermal, electrical, magnetic, CFD, and MHD aspects of aluminium smelters. Additionally, he is responsible for executing research programs, managing external collaborations, and interfacing with clients, contributing to significant advancements in the field.