βš™οΈ Skills & Services

Engineering intelligence for systems that matter.

I work at the intersection of automation, energy systems, and applied AI, helping organizations turn complex technical challenges into scalable, reliable, data-driven solutions. As a technical project consultant, I bring research-grade methods to real-world problems across multiple sectors β€” from energy and HVAC to medicine and financial modeling.

This section presents not just what I know, but what I deliver.

πŸ“ Where I Create the Most Value

  • Companies building smart energy, automation, or AI-driven solutions
  • R&D teams integrating AI with control systems or physical models
  • Organizations needing advanced analytics for decision-making
  • Cross-sector projects requiring rigorous quantitative methods
  • Multinational, cross-cultural teams needing clarity and technical leadership

🌐 Service Areas

1️⃣ Mathematical, Analytical & Optimization

Rigorous quantitative methods for complex decision problems.

I bring deep expertise in mathematical modeling, optimization, and analytical methods β€” the foundation for reliable engineering and data-driven decision-making.

What I deliver:

  • System identification and parameter estimation
  • Control-theoretic analysis (stability, observability, controllability)
  • Mathematical optimization (linear, nonlinear, mixed-integer, convex)
  • Operations research and scheduling problems
  • Stochastic modeling and uncertainty quantification
  • Statistical methods (Bayesian inference, MCMC, hypothesis testing)
  • Thermodynamic and first-principles modeling
  • Custom solver integration and algorithm design

Ideal for: Engineering firms, R&D teams, operations-heavy organizations, and anyone needing robust quantitative foundations for complex decisions.

2️⃣ AI, Machine Learning & Generative AI

Data-driven intelligence β€” from classical ML to modern generative AI.

I design and deploy machine learning systems that are reliable, interpretable, and grounded in domain knowledge. My work spans the full ML lifecycle, from data preparation to production deployment.

What I deliver:

  • End-to-end ML workflows: data cleaning, feature engineering, model selection, validation
  • Deep learning architectures (PyTorch, Keras) for time series, vision, and structured data
  • Generative AI and LLM ecosystem: prompt engineering, RAG systems, fine-tuning, AI application development
  • Physics-informed and grey-box ML models
  • Anomaly detection, forecasting, and clustering systems
  • Integration of ML models with real-time control and automation
  • Foundational AI knowledge consulting and team upskilling

Ideal for: Smart grids, industrial automation, climate-tech, healthcare analytics, fintech, and any organization building AI-powered products or processes.

3️⃣ Control Systems, Dynamics & Automation

Precision engineering for complex dynamical systems.

Control engineering is at the core of my expertise. I design strategies that make systems predictable, stable, and efficient β€” from single-loop controllers to distributed multi-agent architectures.

What I deliver:

  • Model Predictive Control (MPC) design, tuning, and deployment
  • State-space modeling and state estimation (Kalman, EKF, observer design)
  • Advanced control methods: stochastic MPC, robust control, adaptive control
  • Distributed and multi-agent control architectures
  • Practical automation and PLC/SCADA integration concepts
  • Optimal control formulation and solution via CasADi, Pyomo, Gekko
  • Scenario-based and chance-constrained control

Ideal for: Energy companies, automation firms, robotics teams, building management systems, and any application requiring real-time intelligent control.

4️⃣ Programming, Software Engineering & Computational Tools

The right tools, used well.

I write production-quality code and build reproducible computational workflows. My toolbox spans scientific computing, optimization solvers, and simulation platforms.

What I deliver:

  • Python (10+ years): NumPy, SciPy, pandas, scikit-learn, PyTorch, FastAPI
  • MATLAB/Simulink (8+ years): control design, signal processing, system simulation
  • Stan and probabilistic programming for Bayesian workflows
  • Simulation platforms: Modelica, Dymola, Simulink, MOSAIK (co-simulation)
  • Optimization solvers: Gurobi, IPOPT, CasADi, Pyomo, CPLEX
  • Software engineering practices: Git, CI/CD, testing, documentation, reproducible pipelines
  • Scripting and automation: Bash, Docker, cloud deployment basics

Ideal for: Teams needing reliable, maintainable technical software β€” whether for R&D prototyping, production analytics, or simulation environments.

5️⃣ Energy Systems, Power Systems & HVAC

Domain expertise where engineering meets the energy transition.

My PhD and postdoctoral research focused on energy systems β€” from microgrids and power electronics to building HVAC and renewable integration. This domain knowledge grounds my analytical work in physical reality.

What I deliver:

  • Electrical and power systems: microgrid control, demand response, flexibility markets
  • Thermal and HVAC systems: modeling, control, optimization of heating/cooling
  • Renewable energy integration: PV, wind, battery storage, hybrid systems
  • Measurement, diagnostics, and commissioning support
  • Energy system co-simulation and digital twin concepts
  • Grid-interactive building and district energy strategies

Ideal for: Utilities, energy startups, building technology companies, district energy operators, and sustainability-focused organizations.

6️⃣ Data Science, Analytics & Signal Processing

From raw data to reliable insights.

I turn messy real-world data into clean, actionable information β€” combining statistical rigor with practical engineering judgment.

What I deliver:

  • Data engineering: pipelines, cleaning, quality assurance, ETL workflows
  • Statistical analysis: regression, time series, causal inference, experimental design
  • Signal processing: filtering, spectral analysis, event detection
  • Visualization and reporting: dashboards, publication-quality figures, automated reports
  • Exploratory data analysis and pattern discovery
  • Data stewardship and governance best practices

Ideal for: Organizations with rich sensor data, measurement campaigns, or complex datasets needing structured analysis and clear communication of findings.

7️⃣ Experimental Design, Instrumentation & Validation

Bridging simulation and physical reality.

My early career in ventilation/refrigeration engineering and my research lab experience give me hands-on understanding of experimental systems β€” from sensor selection to test-rig commissioning.

What I deliver:

  • Laboratory and test-rig design for control and energy systems
  • Experimental methodology: design of experiments (DoE), test protocols
  • Sensor selection, data acquisition system setup (DAQ)
  • Model validation against experimental data
  • Commissioning support and troubleshooting
  • Hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and rapid prototyping concepts

Ideal for: R&D labs, university-industry partnerships, product development teams, and anyone validating models or algorithms against physical systems.

8️⃣ Project Management, Communication & Leadership

Turning complexity into clarity β€” and ideas into outcomes.

Coming from a strong teaching background (ETH Zurich) and experience coordinating multi-stakeholder research projects, I bring structured, empathetic leadership to technical teams.

What I deliver:

  • Technical project management: scope definition, milestone planning, stakeholder coordination
  • Scientific communication: papers, reports, presentations, grant writing
  • Teaching and facilitation: workshops, training sessions, knowledge transfer
  • Team mentoring and supervision of junior engineers and researchers
  • Cross-cultural and cross-disciplinary communication
  • Academic–industry translation and bridging

Ideal for: Organizations needing a bridge between research and engineering, technical teams requiring structured leadership, and projects spanning multiple disciplines or cultures.

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