Goutam Tadimalla, P.E.
About Goutam Tadimalla, P.E.
Goutam Tadimalla, P.E., is a Principal Engineer at American Electric Power with extensive experience in electrical engineering, specializing in power electronic converter circuits and renewable energy integration. He holds a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering from Arizona State University and has worked in various engineering roles within the company since 2014.
Current Role at American Electric Power
Goutam Tadimalla serves as a Principal Engineer at American Electric Power, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is involved in various engineering projects and initiatives within the company, contributing his expertise in power systems and renewable energy integration. His work is based in the Columbus, Ohio Metropolitan Area.
Previous Experience at American Electric Power
Prior to his current role, Goutam Tadimalla held several positions at American Electric Power. He worked as a Senior Electrical Engineer from 2021 to 2022 and as an Electrical Engineer from 2015 to 2018. His tenure at the company included responsibilities related to power system analysis and design, as well as the investigation of relay operations.
Education and Expertise
Goutam Tadimalla earned a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering from Arizona State University, studying from 2012 to 2014. He also holds a Bachelor of Technology in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from CVR College of Engineering, where he studied from 2008 to 2012. His academic background supports his expertise in designing power electronic converter circuits and control systems.
Technical Skills and Software Proficiency
Goutam Tadimalla is skilled in using a variety of software packages for power system analysis and design. His proficiency includes tools such as ETAP, PSLF, PSSE, PSCAD, and MATLAB. He is experienced in performing short circuit studies with ASPEN software and conducts calculations related to fault analysis and protection system coordination.
Specialization in Renewable Energy Integration
Goutam Tadimalla specializes in the grid integration of renewable energy sources, including solar and wind. His experience includes applying NERC Standards to transmission projects, particularly PRC-001, 004, 023, and 025. He also has academic experience in power system software development for power flow studies and state estimation.