Rajan Thandi
About Rajan Thandi
Rajan Thandi is a Senior Thermal Systems Engineer at Ceres Power, with extensive experience in aerothermal engineering from his previous roles at Rolls-Royce. He holds a PhD in Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering from Loughborough University and is a Chartered Engineer.
Work at Ceres
Rajan Thandi has been employed at Ceres Power as a Senior Thermal Systems Engineer since 2019. In this role, he focuses on the development and optimization of thermal systems, contributing to the advancement of fuel cell technology. His work involves integrating multi-domain network modeling and experimental validation techniques to enhance the performance and reliability of thermal systems.
Previous Experience at Rolls-Royce
Rajan Thandi has extensive experience at Rolls-Royce, where he held multiple positions. He worked as an Aerothermal Engineer from 2014 to 2018 in Derby, United Kingdom, and previously as a contractor in the same role from 2013 to 2014. Additionally, he served as a System Design Engineer on an international assignment at LG Fuel Cell Systems for five months in 2018. His career at Rolls-Royce began with an internship as an Aerothermal Engineer from 2011 to 2012.
Experience at Next Ltd
Before his tenure at Rolls-Royce, Rajan Thandi worked at Next Ltd as a Credit/Administration Supervisor from 2007 to 2013 in Leicester, United Kingdom. In this role, he managed administrative tasks and credit operations, contributing to the efficiency of the company's financial processes.
Education and Expertise
Rajan Thandi studied at Loughborough University, where he earned a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering from 2009 to 2014. He further pursued his education at the same institution, achieving a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering from 2017 to 2022. He holds the Chartered Engineer (CEng) status and is a member of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (MIMechE), indicating his professional expertise in the field.
Contributions to Fuel Cell Systems
Rajan Thandi has contributed to the development of fuel cell systems through his expertise in health monitoring and large-scale demonstration test support for thermal systems. His work includes integrating multi-domain network modeling with experimental validation techniques, which are essential for advancing the efficiency and effectiveness of fuel cell technologies.