Data Scientist
Starling Energy
Total years of experience :12 years, 7 Months
Analyse big data (timeseries) from meters and loggers measuring grid connected PV system parameters.
Maintain and control of all the data from DERs (PV, Inverter, residential load, battery storage).
Using knowledge of electrical engineering and renewable resources to implement virtual power plant model.
Leverage data insights from the DER and maintenance of different data platforms (cloud based, Azure, SQL).
Provide data insights for cost effective asset management of the installed DERs.
Data visualisation using R (different visualisation packages) and PowerBI.
Data collection (automatic via APIs as well as manual), documentation of codes and processes used.
Establish relationship with external utility grid customers.
Commissioned 40 kWh and 150 kWh battery energy storage systems for apartments at SHAC and Evermore developments in White Gum Valley,
Fremantle.
Installed monitoring equipment, configured data-loggers and programmed pulse meters with a rigid communication setup behind the main utility meter for energy measurements.
Performed detail data analysis on energy usage data and for systems performance assessment.
Performed energy system energy modelling and simulation using various solar PV design tools such as PVSyst, HOMER modelling.
Developed dashboard visualisation systems for residential apartments and detached lots for purpose of energy monitoring.
Diagnosed faults of inverter and battery energy storage systems through data analysis,
practical troubleshooting, and equipment inspections.
Electrical drawing and layouts.
Prepared energy audit reports which recommend energy cost savings.
Demonstrated strong communication skills. Provided consultation to
engineering team in system modelling, and data-logging.
Developed and maintained positive working relationships with colleagues, stakeholders, external parties and contractors.
-Worked in the field of energy and power conversion, Researched on creating efficient power conversion systems including power supplies, battery charging systems, inverters, converters.
-Low power inverter designs using IGBT devices, comprehensive knowledge of inverter control and gate drive design.
-Researched on 3 kW energy storage system (ESS) using li thium -ion battery and single phase grid tied inverter. Reviewed design, calculate and simulate system as per ratings.
-Worked on designing and optimization method to get maximum efficiency from PV modules.
-Sufficient understanding on the effects of PWM waveforms and harmonics on the grid current
and understanding of IEEE standards on harmonics (IEEE 519-1992 etc) for load requirements.
-Analyzed Inverter with output filters such as the LC and LCL filters by designing with specific calculations according to switching frequencies.
-Developed trouble-shooting skills at system board and component level.
-Troubleshooting, Inspection, Modification and Maintenance of STS (Ship To Shore) and RTG cranes.
-Troubleshooting and Parameters adjustment of SIEMENS Simovert Master AC Drives.
-Programming and troubleshooting with Siemens S7 400, S7 300, S5 in Distributed I/O structure over PROFIBUS network.
-Installation, inspection and calibration adjustment of different types of sensors including ultrasonic, inductive proximity, limit switches, magnetic switches, cam switches, pressure, level and temperature sensors/transmitters, weight sensors & load cells.
-Able to read, interpret, and produce single line wiring electrical diagrams and schematics.
-Fault finding and diagnose failures on electrical equipment and control systems.
-Programming and troubleshooting of Absolute Position Encoders, Digital Tacho (Incremental
Encoder).
-Executed the Predictive, Preventive and Breakdown maintenance. Maintained a detailed checklist of all equipment related to construction activities, replacing defected parts and preparing the required spare parts list and required technical reports.
-Ensured safety and efficient operation of electrical equipment according to ISO standards 28001, 9001 and OHSAS18001.
-Maintained a detailed checklist of all equipment related to construction activities, replacing defected
parts and preparing the required spare parts list and required technical reports.
-Utilize enterprise asset management software Mainpac for computerized maintenance.
Supervised Regular Maintenance of Analog electronics laboratory.
-Upgraded existing lab systems.
-Organized laboratory projects.
-Coordinated students in experiments
-Research Paper (2nd Author): Residential Battery Energy Storage System with 3kWh Li-ion Battery Pack (IECON 2014 - 40th Annual Conference of the IEEE Industrial Electronics Society Dallas, TX, USA). -Conference presentation: A 3kW Grid Connected Residential Energy Storage System with PV and Li-Ion Battery.(ICEPES 2015: 17th International Conference on Electrical Power and Energy Systems, London). -Other research activities include: Simulations on power electronic circuits using different software platforms such as MATLAB and PSIM. -MATLAB simulation on wind energy system with multiple phases to produce maximum output power. -Ongoing research paper on Smart grid system integrating ESS with PV modules.
Final Year Project: Automation of Blow Out Prevention in Oil/Gas Field Controlling and Automation of digging process in oil and gas sector via S7 200 PLC ( HMI TD200) to improve safety of the whole equipment by sensing operating conditions such as over pressure, over temperature. Closure of safety valves in case of any hazardous condition i.e. blasts during digging process which can damage equipment and cause fatalities. -Controlling bottle filling process through 89c51 Microcontroller -SCR Controlled DC Motor.