alaa farhat noureddine

mechanical engineer based in copenhagen

pros

experienced in mechanical modelling 

developed computer aided tools  

quick and continuous learner 

good communicator  

process oriented and keen on QA


programming/software

c++ and rust, basic knowledge

python, can write functional code

worked with databases (no sql wizard)

autodesk products: inventor, autocad

microsoft office products


languages

english, professional proficiency 

french, professional proficiency 

danish, level C1, daily basis 

arabic mother tongue  

spanish, beginner (getting worse and worse) 


certificates 

deep neural networks 

machine Learning with python 

windpro, emd




timeline

07/2008 - 01/2013, Mechanical Engineer, Dar al Handasah (DarGroup), Lebanon 

  • designed and modeled district cooling, heating, and water supply systems 
  • developed layouts and selected equipment for industrial plants 
  • led detailed and technical design for pumping stations 
  • conducted transient modelling of water transport networks 
  • Prepared feasibility studies for renewable energy projects 
  • Developed technical proposals, including resource planning and tendering 

02/2013 - 12/2015, Research Engineer, Mines ParisTech/Armines (France) & Lebanese University 

  • explored integrated energy systems using a techno-economic approach 
  • analyzed heat recovery systems for industrial district heating 
  • developed software to automate heat exchange networks optimization
  • coordinated with industry partners on feasibility studies and case validation 

01/2016 - 09/2016, Further Research, Mines ParisTech 

  • refined PhD thesis 
  • introduced PhD students to optimization methods for industrial processes 

11/2016 - 11/November 2017 

  • relocated to Denmark and learned Danish
  • established and managed a café/bar in Copenhagen 
  • published scientific articles on energy efficiency (2018, 2019) 

12/2017 - 08/2019, Mechanical Engineer, Kvadrat Acoustics (Soft Cells, form.) 

  • designed aluminum profiles and accessories for high-end acoustic panels 
  • coordinated with architects and engineers on panel installations, liaised with authorities on design and safety of acoustic panels 
    • conducted site visits and reports 

    09/2019 - 05/2022, Freelance Consultant 

    • supported Kvadrat Acoustics on-site project completion 
    • studied data science for engineering projects 
    • completed Danish language education 
    • managed operations at my copenhagen café/bar during the pandemic 
    • developed a prototype for energy storage systems optimization

    05/2022 – , Energy Systems Engineer, Hybrid GreenTech Energy Intelligence

    • optimization and sizing of energy storage and supply systems
    • developing a platform for realtime battery operation and control
    • analyzed and designed vehicle charging infrastructure 
    • analysis of ancillary services markets and energy markets


      education 

      • PhD in Energy and Processes, Mines ParisTech & Lebanese University 
      • Masters in Renewable Energy (July 2012), Lebanese University 
      • Master of Sciences (Sep 2008) & Bachelor of Sciences (July 2007), Mechanical Engineering, Balamand University, Lebanon