Pavan Etha
About Pavan Etha
Pavan Etha is an Engineer specializing in System Performance Analysis at American Electric Power in Columbus, Ohio, where he has worked since 2019. He has a diverse background in electrical engineering, holding a PhD from The Ohio State University and experience in dynamic studies for both conventional and renewable energy systems.
Work at American Electric Power
Pavan Etha has been employed at American Electric Power as an Engineer in System Performance Analysis since 2019. His role involves analyzing system performance and ensuring compliance with industry standards. He is based in the Columbus, Ohio Area and has accumulated five years of experience in this position. His responsibilities include conducting dynamic studies and simulations to support both conventional and renewable generation integration.
Previous Experience in Engineering
Prior to his current role, Pavan Etha worked at Black & Veatch as an Electrical Engineer from 2017 to 2019, where he held positions as both Electrical Engineer 2 and Electrical Engineer 3. He also served as a Senior Electrical Engineer at Larsen & Toubro in Chennai, India, from 2013 to 2015. His early career included a position as a Research Assistant at Arizona State University from 2016 to 2017.
Education and Expertise
Pavan Etha holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Industrial and Systems Engineering from The Ohio State University, which he is pursuing from 2021 to 2025. He earned a Master's degree in Electric Power and Energy Systems from Arizona State University from 2015 to 2017. Additionally, he completed his Bachelor's degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering at Vellore Institute of Technology from 2009 to 2013.
Technical Skills and Specializations
Pavan Etha specializes in performing dynamic studies related to the integration of both conventional and renewable generation in the ERCOT region. He has developed Python scripts for simulating scenarios in PSS/E, including voltage ride through tests and bulk generation re-dispatch. His expertise extends to conducting NERC compliance studies for standards such as MOD-026, MOD-027, TPL-001, and EOP-005.
Research and Development Contributions
In his engineering roles, Pavan Etha has conducted scenario-based dynamic studies to evaluate the benefits of Flexible AC Transmission Systems (FACTS) devices in enhancing system stability. His work contributes to the understanding of how to improve the performance and reliability of electrical systems.