Aravind Shankar

About Aravind Shankar

Experienced Data Analyst | Power Engineer | Thermal Performance AnalystWith 15+ years of experience in the energy and analytics domain, I specialize in unlocking performance insights across Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Gas and Steam Turbines, and PEM Electrolyser technologies. My career journey covers commissioning, fact-finding, new product introduction (NPI), and reliability modeling—all built on a strong foundation of technical expertise and data-driven decision-making.Currently, as Team Lead – Performance Analytics, I drive optimization of BESS operations by leading a high-performing analytics team. I leverage SQL, Athena, Power BI, and Python to deliver actionable insights, enhance system reliability, and support predictive maintenance strategies. Beyond analytics, I focus on mentoring talent, streamlining workflows, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to strengthen energy system resilience.Previously, as NPI Lead for PEM Electrolysers & Stack Development, I led product readiness and performance validation, advancing hydrogen technologies and enabling efficient system integration. Earlier in my career, I worked hands-on in commissioning and diagnostics for Gas and Steam Turbines, where I honed expertise in thermal performance and troubleshooting critical systems under high-pressure environments.These diverse experiences shaped my ability to bridge engineering and analytics, combining technical depth with strategic vision. I am passionate about applying data to solve complex engineering challenges and contributing to the future of sustainable energy—whether by optimizing performance, building reliability models, or leading high-impact teams.

Experience

1. Senior Manager

   Fluence

   Aug 2024 — Present · Bangalore Urban, IN

   Senior Manager leading a global team of Performance Analysts delivering data‑driven insights across a large, multi‑GW energy storage fleet. Accountable for on‑time, high‑quality delivery of contractual performance reports, fleet reliability insights, and outage root cause analysis that drive measurable improvements in asset availability, customer experience, and financial outcomes.I partner closely with engineering, operations, and services teams to translate complex analytics into actionable recommendations, helping close performance gaps, reduce repeat outages, and improve lifecycle value for customers. I bring over 15 years of hands‑on experience in steam and gas turbine commissioning, with deep expertise in thermal performance and reliability analysis, troubleshooting complex operational issues, conducting fact‑based investigations, and recommending data‑driven solutions to resolve performance and reliability challenges. Passionate about building and mentoring high‑performing teams, I foster a culture of ownership, continuous improvement, and execution excellence, while scaling impact through automation, standardized dashboards, and robust data infrastructure.

Education

• National Power Training Institute

  Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.), Power Engineering with Mehanical Specialization

  2005 — 2009

• Indian Institute of Management Bangalore

  Certificate Course, MBA

• Indian Institute of Management Bangalore

  Certificate Course, Business Administration and Management, General

  2019 — 2019