Sundar Shrestha, PhD
About Sundar Shrestha, PhD
Sundar Shrestha, PhD, is an Electrical Engineer specializing in traction power at Arup in Melbourne, Australia. He has a strong background in railway electrification systems, real-time modelling, and embedded systems.
Current Role at Arup
Sundar Shrestha, PhD, currently holds the title of Electrical Engineer - Traction Power at Arup in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. He has been in this position since 2021. His expertise in traction power systems plays a vital role in the development and maintenance of efficient railway electrification projects.
Previous Work Experience at CQUniversity
Before joining Arup, Sundar Shrestha worked as a Research Officer at CQUniversity in Rockhampton, Queensland, Australia, for 7 months in 2021. During this period, he contributed to various research projects in the field of electrical engineering.
PhD Candidacy at CQUniversity
Sundar Shrestha pursued his PhD in Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering at CQUniversity from 2017 to 2021 in Rockhampton, Australia. His research focused on real-time modelling and embedded systems, specifically in the railway sector, with a specialization in pantograph-catenary modelling and contact mechanics.
Industry Experience in Engineering
Sundar Shrestha has a broad range of industry experience. He worked as a Computer Vision System Engineer at Mine Fire Services from 2016 to 2017 for 7 months and as a Project Engineer at Sahas Hydro Power Company from 2011 to 2012 for 10 months. These positions provided him with essential skills that he continues to apply in his current role.
Educational Background
Sundar Shrestha achieved his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering from CQUniversity, completing his studies from 2017 to 2021. He also holds a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering and IT from Rosenheim University of Applied Sciences, which he obtained from 2012 to 2015.