About Sampath Emani

Master of Business Administration, Global

January 2025-January 2026

University of Western Australia, Austalia

Professional Certificate Programme in Advanced Business Management

December 2023 - December 2024

Indian Institute of Management, Kozhikode, India

Doctor of Philosophy, Crude Oil Fouling Research Centre

January 2015 - February 2020

University of Technology PETRONAS, Malaysia

Masters of Technology, Computational Fluid Dynamics

April 2011 - April 2013

University of Petroleum and Energy Studies, India

Bachelor of Engineering, Department of Mechanical Engineering

April 2007 - April 2011

Andhra University, India

Director of Operations, Computational Fluid Dynamics division,

Lavira Technologies LLP, India

October 2025 - Present

Responsibilities:

Led the CFD research and engineering division, overseeing simulation projects involving reactor flows, combustion systems, and multiphase flow modeling across industrial and energy applications
Directed end-to-end CFD workflows using OpenFOAM, ANSYS Fluent, and COMSOL, including geometry setup, meshing, solver configuration, and post-processing
Developed and implemented custom UDFs (User Defined Functions) for modeling complex boundary conditions, reaction kinetics, and turbulence–chemistry interactions
Integrated Python-based automation pipelines for pre-processing, simulation control, and data analytics to enhance computational efficiency
Pioneered the application of AI/ML-assisted CFD frameworks for predictive flow modeling, design optimization, and anomaly detection in thermal-fluid systems
Managed multidisciplinary R&D teams, coordinating simulation validation with experimental data from industrial partners and national laboratories
Delivered technical reports, publications, and client deliverables addressing flow assurance, combustion performance, and thermal-hydraulic optimization
Provided strategic direction for scaling CFD capabilities, including HPC infrastructure planning, licensing strategy, and academic–industry collaborations.

Senior Consultant, Scubeglobal Academic LLP, India

April 2023 - September 2025

Responsibilities:

Led CFD and energy system consulting projects for industrial clients and academic institutions, covering combustion systems, heat exchangers, and multiphase reactors
Provided technical and strategic guidance on the execution of R&D and grant-funded projects in process industries and sustainable energy domains
Supervised simulation-driven design and optimization studies using OpenFOAM, ANSYS Fluent, and Python-based data analysis frameworks
Supported industry–academia collaborations, proposal development, and funding acquisition for applied research in thermal-fluid sciences and process optimization
Delivered freelance consultation services for energy efficiency audits, CFD feasibility studies, and process enhancement across chemical and mechanical systems.

Founder & Managing Director, Flexi Greens, India

July 2020 - March 2023

Responsibilities:

Led the development and implementation of sustainable technologies focused on improving urban air quality, leveraging expertise in fluid dynamics and process engineering.
Directed the design, optimization, and deployment of air purification systems, integrating advanced flow dynamics principles and innovative environmental technologies.
Developed data-driven solutions to address agricultural and environmental challenges, focusing on carbon management and sustainability initiatives.
Applied experimental fluid dynamics techniques to enhance system efficiency, achieving measurable reductions in carbon dioxide levels, airborne dust, and improved air quality.
Oversaw strategic business operations, including marketing, client engagement, and growth strategies, driving brand visibility and business expansion.
Collaborated with industry stakeholders to promote carbon-neutral projects and sustainable urban living solutions.
Managed cross-functional teams, including engineers, researchers, and sustainability professionals, fostering a culture of innovation and performance.
Secured funding, optimized resource allocation, and managed financial operations to ensure the long-term sustainability of projects and business goals.

Manager - Process Technology,

Phillips Carbon Black Limited, India

March 2019- June 2020

Responsibilities:

Led critical projects to improve manufacturing performance and developed Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) methodologies and engineering designs.
Interfaced with multiple departments to implement solutions addressing industrial challenges.
Executed risk management by identifying risks and incorporating mitigation measures.
Applied Chemical Engineering and CFD to enhance process equipment performance.
Designed and reviewed components, recommending modifications to save raw material and process costs.
Introduced Gantt Charts, restructuring project execution for faster completions.
Implemented technical initiatives, such as heat exchanger optimization, at four manufacturing units.
Validated CFD analysis for patentable Carbon Black Reactor designs using optimization methods.

Research Fellow,

University of Technology PETRONAS, Malaysia

January 2015- March 2019

Responsibilities:

Developing fluid dynamic algorithms and performing simulations on Crude oil fouling in Heat exchangers
Conducting CFD simulations on flow pipelines
Investigating and initiating optimisation methods including design and operating conditions
Training junior staff on the experimental procedures and methodologies/techniques to perform various pilot-scale experiments

CFD Engineer, Mechwell Industries Limited, India

May 2013-May 2014

Responsibilities:

Working on fluid dynamic projects in the field of Heat transfer, Multiphase and Oil and gas applications
Preparing reports related to various CFD pilot-studies performed related to real-time industrial applications