Nagaraj Rao

Nagaraj Rao is a Principal Engineer specializing in Analysis and Modeling at Cytiva, where responsibilities include leading advanced CFD methodologies for engineering and bioprocessing projects while managing a team of CFD experts. With a solid background that includes roles as Senior Architect and Architect Mechanical at Cytiva, Nagaraj has extensive experience in guiding simulations for diverse products such as Bioreactors and fluid handling systems. Prior to Cytiva, Nagaraj held various positions at GE Healthcare, focusing on simulation-driven roadmaps and optimization of Bioreactor performance, as well as design and development roles at Moog Inc. and Kirloskar Electric Co. Ltd. Nagaraj holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering from Visvesvaraya Technological University and an MBA in Operations Research from Indira Gandhi National Open University.