Rajesh Sivadasan
About Rajesh Sivadasan
Rajesh Sivadasan is a Principal Engineer specializing in Alcohol to Jet (AtJ) Technology at LanzaTech, with a career spanning over 25 years in hydroprocessing technologies. He has held various roles in notable companies across multiple countries, including KBC Advanced Technologies, Honeywell UOP, and Indian Oil Corporation Limited.
Work at LanzaTech
Rajesh Sivadasan has been employed at LanzaTech since 2021, serving as the Principal Engineer for Alcohol to Jet (AtJ) Technology. In this role, he focuses on developing innovative processes for converting alcohol into sustainable jet fuel. His expertise in hydroprocessing technologies contributes to LanzaTech's mission of advancing sustainable energy solutions.
Previous Experience in Hydroprocessing Technology
Prior to his current position, Rajesh Sivadasan worked at Honeywell UOP from 2012 to 2020, where he held roles as Principal Specialist and Principal Associate in Hydroprocessing Technology. His career in this field began at Albemarle as a Technical Consultant from 2006 to 2008. He also served as a Senior Technical Consultant at KBC Advanced Technologies from 2008 to 2012. His extensive experience in hydroprocessing spans over a decade.
Career at Indian Oil Corporation Limited
Rajesh Sivadasan began his career at Indian Oil Corporation Limited, where he held various positions from 1997 to 2006. He started as a Trainee at Haldia Refinery, then progressed to Production Engineer and later to Senior Production Engineer in the Hydrocracker Unit at Panipat Refinery. He also served as Deputy Manager in the same unit. His roles involved significant responsibilities in operations and production within the oil refining sector.
Education and Expertise
Rajesh Sivadasan holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Madurai Kamaraj University, which he completed from 2001 to 2003. He also earned a Bachelor of Technology in Chemical Engineering from the University of Kerala, studying from 1991 to 1995. His educational background supports his deep technical expertise in hydroprocessing technologies and process consulting.
International Career Experience
Rajesh Sivadasan has an extensive international career spanning 25 years, with experience in technical services across multiple countries, primarily in the Netherlands and India. His work has involved significant contributions to commissioning and operations within the oil industry, particularly in hydrotreating and hydrocracking technologies.