Introduction
Motivated Civil Engineer with an M.Sc. in Hydropower Engineering, seeking a PhD to advance research in sustainable development. My work sits at the intersection of civil engineering design, integrated planning, and computational modelling, with a focus on climate-resilient infrastructure and green energy solutions. I am driven by the challenge of translating engineering innovation into real-world impact for water resource management.
Based in: Lalitpur, Nepal · Email: [email protected]
Education
M.Sc. in Hydropower EngineeringMay 2023 – July 2025
Pulchowk Campus, Tribhuvan University, Nepal
Thesis: “Optimizing Reservoir Operations on Nepalese Hydropower Systems: A Comparative Study of Metaheuristic Algorithms and Environmental Flow Tradeoffs”
Final grade: 89.75%
Key courses: Hydrological Modeling, Hydraulics, Sediment Management, Climate Change Impact Assessment, Structural Design, Project Management
BE in Civil Engineering2017 – 2022
Pulchowk Campus, Tribhuvan University, Nepal
Final grade: 79.67%
Key courses: Structural Analysis, Fluid Dynamics, Transportation Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering Economics
High School (10+2), Natural Sciences2015 – 2017
Tilottama Campus, Yogikuti, Nepal
Final grade: 82.60%
Publications
- Optimizing Environmental Flow Trade-offs for Sustainable Hydropower in a Himalayan Reservoir, Dudhkoshi Storage Hydroelectric Project. Energy Nexus, Elsevier (Published, Q1 journal). doi.org/10.1016/j.nexus.2026.100784
- Optimization of storage hydropower operation using metaheuristic algorithms: a comparative study of the Budhi Gandaki Hydropower Project. Water Practice & Technology, IWA Publishing (Published, Q3 journal). doi.org/10.2166/wpt.2026.187
- Thesis: “Optimizing Reservoir Operations on Nepalese Hydropower Systems: A Comparative Study of Metaheuristic Algorithms and Environmental Flow Tradeoffs.”
- Optimization of Storage Hydropower Project using Moth Flame Optimization: A Study of Dudhkoshi Storage Hydropower Project. Nepal Journal of Civil Engineering (Accepted).
- Assessing SWAT Model Applicability in Medium-Sized River Basins of Nepal: A Case Study of East Rapti and Kankai River Basins. Journal of Advanced College of Engineering and Management (Published).
Poster Presentations
- December 2025: Optimizing Reservoir Operation Under Changing Climate in the Central Himalayas (H23T-1509). AGU Annual Meeting, New Orleans, USA. Rupesh Baniya, Yogesh Sharma Neupane, Rocky Talchabhadel, Sanjib Sharma, Jeeban Panthi, Ganesh R. Ghimire, Sunil Bista, Rajaram Prajapati, Bhesh Raj Thapa.
- July 2026: Assessing Greenhouse Gas Fluxes in Himalayan Reservoirs: Integrating Regional Parameters and Climate Change Scenarios. Rupesh Baniya, Sanjib Sharma, Yogesh Sharma Neupane, Ram Krishna Regmi, Prithvi Dhwoj Khadka.
Professional Experience
Hydropower and Hydraulic EngineerJuly 2025 – Present
Hydro Tunnelling and Research Pvt. Ltd., Nepal
Currently, I work across diverse fields, including civil structures, tunnelling, integrated planning, transportation, automating design processes through programming, and water systems. This experience has given me a granular understanding of how large-scale infrastructure and geospatial planning intersect with community needs.
Site Engineer / SurveyorMarch 2023 – May 2023
Engineering and Planning Solution Consultant (P) Ltd., Nepal
- Conducted topographic surveys for water supply projects using Total Station.
- Created structural and hydraulic maps using AutoCAD and ArcGIS.
- Performed geotechnical assessments and coordinated social surveys.
Civil EngineerAugust 2022 – January 2023
Reef Engineering Consultant Pvt. Ltd., Nepal
- Conducted structural design and analysis for infrastructure projects.
- Prepared Bills of Quantities (BOQ) and cost estimates.
- Performed site visits and inspections to ensure project compliance.
Survey EnumeratorMay 2022 – June 2022
Water and Energy Commission Secretariat, Government of Nepal & CMS-ERMC, Nepal
- Surveyed energy consumption patterns and helped prepare socio-economic reports.
- Contributed to regional development planning through data collection.
Awards and Scholarships
- 2023–2024: MSc Fellowship Tenure (1 year), Kathmandu University, partnered with NTNU Norway and SINTEF Energy Research.
- 2019: Gold Medal, Inter College Civil Engineering Model Competition, Kathmandu University.
- 2016: Merit-Based Scholarship (Grade 11 and 12), Tilottama Campus.
- 2016: Distinction in the SLC Exam, Everest English Boarding Higher Secondary School.
- 2013: Mathematical Intelligence Test Award, Everest English Boarding Higher Secondary School.
Certificates
- 2024: Training on RESCON 2, Nikolous Efthymiou, Sediment Management Specialist, organised by World Bank.
- 2024: Completion of Pilot Academic Course in WEFE NEXUS, CWRS, in coordination with IWMI and Nexus Gains.
- 2024: Participation in the HEC Software Package Training, Pulchowk Campus, Nepal.
- 2023: Appreciation as Speaker, CESS Nepal, Pulchowk Campus, Nepal.
- 2022: Completion of Virtual Internship, JOHN HOLLAND.
- 2021: Recognition for Organising Panel Discussion, CESS Nepal, Pulchowk Campus, Nepal.
- 2021: Appreciation as Event Manager, CESS Nepal, Pulchowk Campus, Nepal.
- 2021: Participation in the Django Workshop, PDSC, Nepal.
- 2021: Training (ETABS), Pulchowk Campus, Nepal.
- 2020: Participation as a Competitor, Hult Prize.
- 2019: Appreciation as Volunteer Leader, CESS Nepal, Pulchowk Campus, Nepal.
Technical Skills
| Area | Tools |
|---|---|
| Modelling & Analysis | Ansys, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, HEC-ResSim, SWAT, RESCON 2, SAP |
| Design & Mapping | Rhino, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, ArcGIS, QGIS |
| Programming | Python, C, R, PHP, JavaScript |
| Documentation | LaTeX, MS Office, MS Project |
Strengths
- Analytical problem-solving and machine learning applications
- Leadership, public speaking, and team collaboration
- Disciplined, quick learner, and adaptable