Gautham Devarakonda is a seasoned product development manager with over a decade of experience bringing innovation to the HVAC and water heating industry. He currently works at LG Electronics in the Air Solutions division, where he leads the development of high-efficiency heat pump water heaters and supports broader initiatives tied to decarbonization and clean energy goals.
His background includes system design, product optimization, regulatory strategy, and close collaboration across engineering, manufacturing, and product management teams. At Raypak, Gautham led the development of DOE-compliant commercial water heaters and hydronic boilers, oversaw extensive simulation and testing work, and represented the company in national rulemaking efforts. At LG, he continues to help shape advanced products that meet both technical standards and real-world installation needs.
Gautham holds a master’s degree in mechanical engineering and is known for blending deep technical knowledge with practical, hands-on product development. His work bridges regulatory awareness, engineering detail, and market insight—resulting in products that are efficient, compliant, and built with the installer in mind.