Rigved Sardey is a skilled professional in the field of materials science and engineering, currently serving as a Digital Solutions Engineer at Nucor Corporation since August 2024. With a strong background in metallurgical processes, Rigved focuses on integrating emerging technologies to enhance productivity, efficiency, and quality in the steel industry. Previous experience includes roles as a Galvanizing Process Metallurgist at Nucor Steel Arkansas, a Graduate Student Assistant at Carnegie Mellon University, and a Materials Science and Engineering Intern at Nucor Corporation. Rigved's work has led to significant cost savings and process optimizations, notably in automating processes and conducting failure analysis. Rigved holds a Master of Science in Materials Science from Carnegie Mellon University and a Bachelor's in Metallurgy and Material Sciences from COEP Technological University.