Shiva Sitaraman
About Shiva Sitaraman
Shiva Sitaraman is a nuclear engineer with extensive experience in the field, having worked at notable organizations such as GE Energy and Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory. He holds a Ph.D. in Nuclear Engineering from the University of Washington and has held various academic and engineering positions throughout his career.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Shiva Sitaraman has been employed as a Nuclear Engineer at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory since 2006. With over 18 years of experience in this role, he contributes to various projects focused on nuclear engineering and related research. The laboratory is known for its work in national security, energy, and environmental sustainability, providing a platform for Sitaraman to apply his extensive knowledge in the field.
Previous Experience in Nuclear Engineering
Before joining Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, Sitaraman held significant positions in the nuclear engineering sector. He worked at GE Energy, GE Nuclear as a Principal Engineer from 1990 to 2006 in San Jose, California, where he was involved in various engineering projects. Prior to that, he served as a Senior Engineer at Schlumberger from 1984 to 1987 in Houston, Texas. His early career included a role as a Professor at the American Technical Institute from 1987 to 1990 in Memphis, Tennessee.
Education and Expertise
Shiva Sitaraman's educational background is rooted in nuclear engineering and physics. He earned a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Nuclear Engineering from the University of Washington, studying there from 1979 to 1984. He also holds a Master's degree in Nuclear Engineering from Imperial College London, completed between 1975 and 1977. Additionally, he obtained a Master's degree in Nuclear Physics from Andhra University from 1972 to 1975. His foundational education includes a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Physics from Loyola College, Madras.