Rajni Burra, Ph.D.
About Rajni Burra, Ph.D.
Rajni Burra Title
Rajni Burra holds the position of VP, Plant Operational Technology. In this role, Burra is responsible for overseeing the operational technologies deployed in plant settings. This includes implementing strategies that enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of plant operations.
Rajni Burra Co-Founder REPlantSolutions
Rajni Burra co-founded REPlantSolutions, a company specializing in advanced solar plant technologies. The company leverages know-how and innovations initially developed at First Solar. REPlantSolutions is recognized for its contributions to advancing solar energy solutions.
Rajni Burra Leadership at First Solar and GE
Rajni Burra led the Controls and Hybrid Technologies teams at First Solar and GE for over a decade. In these roles, Burra was instrumental in developing and implementing cutting-edge technologies that integrated control systems with hybrid energy solutions. The teams under her leadership focused on enhancing the performance and sustainability of energy projects.
Rajni Burra Published Papers and Patents
Rajni Burra has authored 27 papers and is listed on 39 patents. These contributions reflect Burra's extensive research and innovation in the field of engineering, particularly in areas related to operational technology and hybrid systems. Her publications and patents demonstrate a commitment to advancing industry knowledge and technology.
Rajni Burra Education
Rajni Burra holds a B.Tech from IIT Kharagpur, a prominent institution for technological education in India. She further pursued an M.S. and a Ph.D. in Engineering from the University of Illinois at Chicago. Burra's educational background established a strong foundation for her career in technology and engineering leadership.