Vineet Kumar
About Vineet Kumar
Vineet Kumar is a Postdoctoral Research Associate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, specializing in Computational Fluid Dynamics analysis for various initiatives. He has a background in Mechanical Engineering, holding degrees from Purdue University and Anna University, and has previously worked in research and consulting roles in both the United States and India.
Current Work at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Vineet Kumar serves as a Postdoctoral Research Associate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he conducts Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) analysis for various projects, specifically under the Nuclear Energy University Programs (NEUP) and High Performance Computing for Manufacturing initiatives. His work contributes to advancing research in fluid dynamics and manufacturing processes.
Previous Experience at University of Illinois
Before his current role, Vineet Kumar worked as a Graduate Research Assistant at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign from 2015 to 2019. During this four-year tenure, he engaged in research that supported his academic pursuits in mechanical engineering. His experience at the university laid a strong foundation for his future research endeavors.
Internship Experience at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
In 2019, Vineet Kumar completed a six-month internship at Oak Ridge National Laboratory as an ASTRO Intern. During this internship, he performed thermal loading analysis for the Proton Power Upgrade of the Spallation Neutron Source. This experience provided him with practical insights into thermal analysis within a research environment.
Consulting Roles at GE
Vineet Kumar held consulting positions at GE in Bengaluru, India, where he worked as a Thermal Lab Consultant from 2013 to 2014 and again in 2015. His responsibilities included conducting thermal analysis, which contributed to the development of thermal management solutions in engineering projects.
Educational Background in Mechanical Engineering
Vineet Kumar earned his Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Purdue University, where he studied from 2009 to 2012. Prior to this, he completed his Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering at Anna University from 2005 to 2009. His educational background provided him with a solid foundation in mechanical engineering principles and research methodologies.