Harsha Vempati
About Harsha Vempati
Harsha Vempati is a Lead Chemical Engineer with extensive experience in process engineering, having previously held positions at Synthio Chemicals, The Werc Shop, and TDA Research. He currently contributes to Electra's innovative hydrometallurgical process aimed at decarbonizing steelmaking.
Current Role at Electra
Harsha Vempati serves as the Lead Chemical Engineer at Electra, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he contributes to the scale-up of Electra's novel hydrometallurgical process, focusing on process design and development. His expertise in chemical engineering supports the company's mission to decarbonize the steelmaking process and enhance the quality of iron supplied to the market.
Previous Experience at Synthio Chemicals, Inc
Prior to his current role, Harsha worked as a Chemical Engineer at Synthio Chemicals, Inc from 2020 to 2022. During his two years at the company, he was involved in various projects that contributed to the development of chemical processes and products.
Background in Research and Development
Harsha has a background in research and development, having worked as a Research and Development Intern at W. L. Gore & Associates in 2012. His internship lasted for 11 months and provided him with foundational experience in R&D projects. He later held a position as a Graduate Researcher at Louisiana State University from 2012 to 2014, where he further developed his skills in chemical engineering.
Education and Expertise
Harsha Vempati earned a Bachelor of Science in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology, completing his studies from 2008 to 2012. He then pursued a Master of Science in Chemical Engineering at Louisiana State University, graduating in 2014. His educational background equips him with extensive knowledge and skills in chemical engineering and process design.
Career Progression and Leadership Roles
Harsha has held various engineering roles throughout his career, including Director of Process Engineering at The Werc Shop, LLC from 2015 to 2018, and Engineer at TDA Research from 2018 to 2020. His leadership experience in process engineering has contributed to his current responsibilities at Electra, where he applies his expertise to advance innovative chemical processes.