Uday C Santhakumar

About Uday C Santhakumar

Senior engineering leader with 20+ years of global experience delivering HVDC, FACTS, SVC/STATCOM, Syncon and large‑scale grid modernization programs. I specialize in leading multi‑disciplinary engineering teams, managing complex technical programs, and helping utilities modernize critical infrastructure through digital substations, virtualized controls, OT cybersecurity, and lifecycle asset strategies. My background spans GE Vernova, Hitachi Energy, ABB, and major EPC environments, where I’ve built a track record of improving reliability, strengthening customer partnerships, and aligning engineering decisions with business, schedule, and margin goals. I’m known for strong execution discipline, commercial awareness, and the ability to lead high‑risk, high‑visibility programs from concept through commissioning. I’m focused on growing into Director, VP Engineering, or CTO‑level roles where technology strategy, modernization, and organizational leadership come together to shape the future of the grid.

Experience

1. Sr Pem

   GE Vernova

   Apr 2025 — Present · Cary, NC, US

   Lead the technical execution of complex HVDC, STATCOM, Syncon and FACTS programs across global teams, driving engineering strategy, cost control, and schedule performance for major grid‑modernization projects. Serve as the primary technical authority for customers, shaping solution architecture, resolving high‑impact issues, and guiding long‑term modernization and lifecycle investment decisions. Champion digital engineering practices—including model‑based design, digital twins, and virtualized controls—while mentoring engineering leaders and strengthening organizational capability. Partner with commercial and project leadership to align engineering decisions with margin, risk, and customer‑value objectives.

Education

• New Jersey Institute of Technology

  Master of Science - MS, Power and Energy Systems

  2008 — 2010

• Birla Institute Of Technology and Science, Pilani Dubai

  Bachelor's degree, Electrical and Electronics Engineering

  2003 — 2007

Skills

• Cdegs
• Grounding Analysis
• Substation Engineering
• Grounding
• Power Distribution
• Commissioning
• Etap
• Transformer
• Engineering
• Autocad
• Generators
• Transmission Lines
• Lightning Protection
• Power System Studies
• Short Circuit
• Arc Flash
• Feed
• Power Generation
• Power Plants
• Cables
• Engineering Design
• Electric Power
• Electricity
• Substation
• Construction
• Switchgear
• Electricians
• High Voltage