Experience

Clean Air Task Force

• United States
• Public Policy Offices
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Director, Global Nuclear Energy Strategy

  • Jan 2021 - Present

  Rio de Janeiro, Brazil & Orlando, FL Carlos Leipner is the Director, Global Nuclear Energy Strategy, where he leads the efforts of Clean Air Task Force, a global environmental non-government organization, to develop and implement a pathway for expanded safe and economic use of nuclear energy globally to address climate change and support expanded energy access. The ultimate objective is to develop a global nuclear fission ecosystem that could deliver hundreds of GWe per year to transform the energy sector and expand the… Show more Carlos Leipner is the Director, Global Nuclear Energy Strategy, where he leads the efforts of Clean Air Task Force, a global environmental non-government organization, to develop and implement a pathway for expanded safe and economic use of nuclear energy globally to address climate change and support expanded energy access. The ultimate objective is to develop a global nuclear fission ecosystem that could deliver hundreds of GWe per year to transform the energy sector and expand the application of nuclear technology beyond electricity generation to encompass other uses such as clean Hydrogen and zero carbon fuels production, industrial process heat, desalination, among others. Show less



ABDAN - Associacao Brasileira Para Desenvolvimento De Atividades Nucleares

• Brazil
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Vice President and Board Member

  • Feb 2017 - Present

  Rio de Janeiro Area, Brazil Carlos has been a member of ABDAN since 2012 and was elected as Vice President and Board Member in 2017. ABDAN is the Brazilian Association for the Development of Nuclear Activities which represents the Brazilian nuclear industry sector. Its main goal is to promote and share nuclear technology development and drive its public acceptance as a clean electricity generation source. It also promotes the exchange of information with similar entities in Brazil as well as around the world driving the… Show more Carlos has been a member of ABDAN since 2012 and was elected as Vice President and Board Member in 2017. ABDAN is the Brazilian Association for the Development of Nuclear Activities which represents the Brazilian nuclear industry sector. Its main goal is to promote and share nuclear technology development and drive its public acceptance as a clean electricity generation source. It also promotes the exchange of information with similar entities in Brazil as well as around the world driving the common interests from its members in order to bring about value to the nuclear sector in general. As VP and Board Member, Carlos has engaged various government stakeholders through the years on behalf of ABDAN, led the development of the initial Strategic Plan in 2017, supported the various initiatives to promote the nuclear sector in Brazil and is leading the coordination of the partnerships with similar entities in the North America. Show less



Framatome

• France
• Nuclear Electric Power Generation
• 700 & Above Employee

• Vice President

  • Jan 2019 - Sep 2019

  Lynchburg, Virginia As Vice President, Installed Base Sales, I was responsible for sales of Engineering Solutions, Outage Services and Component Upgrades and Products from Framatome primarily focused on the North America nuclear operating fleet with an ancillary focus on global sales. Responsible for a multi-million dollar annual organization budget with a direct and indirect staff of >40 people including Sales Directors, Managers, and Administrative Staff located in several locations (Lynchburg, Charlotte… Show more As Vice President, Installed Base Sales, I was responsible for sales of Engineering Solutions, Outage Services and Component Upgrades and Products from Framatome primarily focused on the North America nuclear operating fleet with an ancillary focus on global sales. Responsible for a multi-million dollar annual organization budget with a direct and indirect staff of >40 people including Sales Directors, Managers, and Administrative Staff located in several locations (Lynchburg, Charlotte, Pittsburgh, and Toronto). Sales Team key deliverables include: • Won several competitive RFPs in the U.S. for plant maintenance & services, particularly successful for pump and motor refurbishments, MRP Inspections, plant tools, etc • Won Cybersecurity contracts at United Arab Emirates (UAE) • Won multi-million dollar contracts in Canada particularly with Bruce Power in competitive bids including Comprehensive Valve Program among others • Re-established relationship with CFE in Mexico and won first Framatome contract at Laguna Verde for replacement nuclear spare parts. Positioned Outage Services to participate in future outage RFPs valued at Millions of USD. Worked on partnership with local company to deliver joint services with Framatome. • Engaged NA-SA in Argentina to leverage its CANDU experience at the Embalse NPP to potentially partner with Framatome to deliver joint services in Canada • Helped plan and delivered the Technology Days at Angra focusing on Plant Life Extension, Outage Optimization, Cranes & Fuel Handling Equipment among other services at Angra 1 NPP. • Restructured the Sales Team of Directors and Sales Managers particularly the Engineering organization to better serve the customer base as well as to better align with the internal organizations. Actively managed and engaged staff to promote teamwork, customer focus through regular staff meetings, lunch roundtables, and All Hands Meetings as well as introducing a recognition program to reinforce top performers. Show less



Westinghouse Electric Company

• Nuclear Electric Power Generation
• 700 & Above Employee

• Vice President, Canada & Latin America

  • Aug 2017 - Jan 2019

  Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Led a small dedicated team of Customer Account Managers & Engineers to drive company-wide business development and growth opportunities in the nuclear markets of Canada, Argentina, Brazil and Mexico covering both the overall nuclear operating plant fleet and new nuclear power plants opportunities, including Small Modular Reactor (SMR) development. Responsible for multi-million dollar annual organization budget with a direct and indirect staff of >15 Managers, Professionals and… Show more Led a small dedicated team of Customer Account Managers & Engineers to drive company-wide business development and growth opportunities in the nuclear markets of Canada, Argentina, Brazil and Mexico covering both the overall nuclear operating plant fleet and new nuclear power plants opportunities, including Small Modular Reactor (SMR) development. Responsible for multi-million dollar annual organization budget with a direct and indirect staff of >15 Managers, Professionals and Administrative Staff located in 3 offices (Pittsburgh, Rio de Janeiro, Toronto)

• Vice President, Latin America

  • Oct 2012 - Jul 2017

  Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Led a great team to represent the Westinghouse portfolio of products, services and technology in the nuclear markets of Argentina, Brazil and Mexico. Key Deliverables include: - Orders Entered growth of 4x in five years - Argentina: first large contract for Westinghouse with NA-SA for the Replacement SG at Embalse for the Life Extension Project. Since this contract was signed in 2013, additional opportunities have opened to WEC in Argentina. In addition, we continue to… Show more Led a great team to represent the Westinghouse portfolio of products, services and technology in the nuclear markets of Argentina, Brazil and Mexico. Key Deliverables include: - Orders Entered growth of 4x in five years - Argentina: first large contract for Westinghouse with NA-SA for the Replacement SG at Embalse for the Life Extension Project. Since this contract was signed in 2013, additional opportunities have opened to WEC in Argentina. In addition, we continue to leverage our long relationship with INVAP to grow the business. - Brazil: Partnered with Tecnatom to win a competitive bid in 2014 to support Eletronuclear and provide NDE inspection and repair services to both Angra 1 and Angra 2. Secured Westinghouse support to Angra 1 life extension project. WEC is the preferred supplier to Angra 1 with increased services while also maintaining strong business relationship with INB, the fuel supplier/partner in Brazil. - Mexico: After many years of limited services, WEC won the key contract to provide Steam Dryer analysis and repair services with CFE for Laguna Verde 1 and 2 in 2014, the first large BWR service contract in Mexico for Westinghouse. The successful delivery of our services opened new opportunities in Mexico for SFPIS, bridge platform work and other engineering and plant outage activities. Appointed to the Board of ABDAN (Brazilian nuclear sector association) as Vice President in 2017, leading the development of a nuclear roadmap for the nuclear expansion in Brazil. Appointed to represent Westinghouse in the Brazil U.S. Business Council since 2012 and in the U.S. Mexico Energy Business Council since 2016, both sponsored by the U.S. Govt through the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Has led and co-chaired various delegations in meetings with Brazilian and Mexican government stakeholders.

• Customer Projects Director, South America

  • Nov 2011 - Oct 2012

  Pittsburgh, PA, USA Led the commercial activities for Westinghouse in South America focusing on providing products and services to the existing commercial nuclear fleet in Brazil and Argentina. • Fully responsible for the establishment of the Westinghouse office in the region from the ground up located in Rio de Janeiro, including all aspects of business development, marketing, finance/accounting, human resources, IT management, legal counsel, payroll and more. Hired local personnel including engineers to… Show more Led the commercial activities for Westinghouse in South America focusing on providing products and services to the existing commercial nuclear fleet in Brazil and Argentina. • Fully responsible for the establishment of the Westinghouse office in the region from the ground up located in Rio de Janeiro, including all aspects of business development, marketing, finance/accounting, human resources, IT management, legal counsel, payroll and more. Hired local personnel including engineers to support WEC LLC projects in the region.

• Director of Strategy, Research & Technology

  • Aug 2009 - Nov 2011

  Pittsburgh, PA, USA He was appointed Director of Strategy for the Research & Technology organization in August 2009 reporting to the R&T Sr. Vice President and Chief Technology Officer (CTO). In this role, he led company-wide technology strategy, and provided business development, project management and continuous improvement to R&T activities. In addition, R&T Strategy championed an Open Innovation Network to leverage Westinghouse global partners to collaborate in technology development. The key deliverables… Show more He was appointed Director of Strategy for the Research & Technology organization in August 2009 reporting to the R&T Sr. Vice President and Chief Technology Officer (CTO). In this role, he led company-wide technology strategy, and provided business development, project management and continuous improvement to R&T activities. In addition, R&T Strategy championed an Open Innovation Network to leverage Westinghouse global partners to collaborate in technology development. The key deliverables included: • Led the development and deployment of the revolutionary technology strategy for Westinghouse including the formulation of technology platforms and roadmaps as well as regional technology plans. Championed the development of technology strategic imperatives while developing the development of the technology strategy for Asia, and participating in the overall WEC strategy for advanced reactors, including small modular reactors as well as other WEC strategic initiatives. • Managed the ideation, project management and business development of revolutionary technology concepts in support of the innovation hub including setting project milestone reviews, stage gates, reporting metrics and other administrative items. Coordinated the WEC Technology & Engineering Forum activities with Chief Engineers and facilitating the WEC Research & Technology Council to manage the overall technology R&D portfolio and related investment decisions. Represented R&T in the WEC Enterprise Risk Management Sub-Committee as Technology risk owner and the WEC Sustainability Council. Cultivated relationships with Universities and other organizations including Penn State University, University of Pittsburgh, Carnegie Mellon University, and Georgia Tech on potential R&D collaboration. Held discussions with University of Manchester (UK), University of Johannesburg (South Africa), KEPCO (South Korea), INVAP (Argentina), REZ R&D in Prague (Czech Republic) and others on Open Innovation concepts.



Westinghouse Electric Company

• Nuclear Electric Power Generation
• 700 & Above Employee

• Master Black Belt (MCFL)

  • Apr 2007 - Mar 2009

  Madrid, Spain MBB in Six Sigma, Lean, Human Performance and Behavioral Differentiation. Focusing on continuing improvement activities for the overall nuclear services division in Europe for Westinghouse. Led improvement activities at Westinghouse offices and facilities in Belgium, France, Germany, Spain and Sweden. Coordinated efforts with Global teams.

• Black Belt (CFL)

  • Jan 2006 - Mar 2007

  Västerås, Sweden Focused on continuous improvement strategies and implementation plans for the European operations.

• Manager, Business Planning and Strategy for European Fuel Business

  • Jun 2004 - Aug 2006

  Västerås, Sweden He was appointed BP&S Manager for the European Fuel Business (EFB) in mid-2004 and served until August 2006. During this tenure, he was accountable for the areas of business planning, strategy, risk management and LOAs, among others. The key deliverables included: • Managed the development of the EFB Market Plans and Business Plans, while actively interfacing with Marketing & Sales, Operations, Engineering, Finance and Human Resources as well as with other Nuclear Fuel and Commercial… Show more He was appointed BP&S Manager for the European Fuel Business (EFB) in mid-2004 and served until August 2006. During this tenure, he was accountable for the areas of business planning, strategy, risk management and LOAs, among others. The key deliverables included: • Managed the development of the EFB Market Plans and Business Plans, while actively interfacing with Marketing & Sales, Operations, Engineering, Finance and Human Resources as well as with other Nuclear Fuel and Commercial organizations. • Gathered, analyzed and reported on the European Fuel Market Dynamics, Utility Customer Trends and Competitor Evaluations to the EFB staff and other WEC organizations. Led the development of the Risk Management profile for EFB and reporting the key organizational performance metrics. • Governed the Limits of Authority (LOA) process for EFB as the gatekeeper for Sales Contracts and Offers, Purchase Contracts and Orders, Capital Expenditures, and others which required WEC Senior Management approval. Coordinated the preparation, review and submittal of LOA documents to NFBU, WEC, and, when needed, to the BNFL Investment Review Panel and BNFL Board (England)

• Manager, Commercial Integration for the European Fuel Business

  • May 2002 - May 2004

  Västerås, Sweden Led the integration of commercial and business processes of the European LWR Fuel Business organization into alignment with the corporate U.S. Nuclear Fuel Business Unit. In addition, he coordinated, managed and executed several strategic initiatives for EFB. The key deliverables included: - Negotiated the Westinghouse Sweden subcontract with ENUSA for the EDF APA1300 fuel fabrication and served as the Contract Administrator for the project involving EDF, ENUSA, and various… Show more Led the integration of commercial and business processes of the European LWR Fuel Business organization into alignment with the corporate U.S. Nuclear Fuel Business Unit. In addition, he coordinated, managed and executed several strategic initiatives for EFB. The key deliverables included: - Negotiated the Westinghouse Sweden subcontract with ENUSA for the EDF APA1300 fuel fabrication and served as the Contract Administrator for the project involving EDF, ENUSA, and various Westinghouse organizations. - Championed the strategic development and implementation of Bid Capture Plans which have resulted in a more structured approach to defining the key strategic issues, objectives and messages. These plans were submitted to and reviewed with NFBU Senior Management to develop Segment strategy and business forecast. Managed the execution of the 2002, 2004, and 2006 Westinghouse European Fuel Group Conferences with ENUSA, EFB and Customers. Led the overall SAP Migration project for Westinghouse Sweden Nuclear Fuel which integrated business and operations processes between the U.S. and Sweden

• Fuel Marketing and Projects Engineer

  • Apr 1999 - Apr 2002

  Columbia, SC, USA Actively managed the INB/Eletronuclear (Brazil) Projects. Coordinated the manufacturing qualification process to support the fuel manufacturing for the next Angra 1 reload at INB. Leveraged job knowledge skills, language skills and cultural background to resolve numerous technical and commercial issues. Helped forge a joint partnership between Westinghouse, INB (Brazil), KNFC (Korea) and NEK (Slovenia) to develop the Next Generation 16x16 Advanced Nuclear Fuel design. The joint… Show more Actively managed the INB/Eletronuclear (Brazil) Projects. Coordinated the manufacturing qualification process to support the fuel manufacturing for the next Angra 1 reload at INB. Leveraged job knowledge skills, language skills and cultural background to resolve numerous technical and commercial issues. Helped forge a joint partnership between Westinghouse, INB (Brazil), KNFC (Korea) and NEK (Slovenia) to develop the Next Generation 16x16 Advanced Nuclear Fuel design. The joint development also met the expectations of the joint partners to become active participants and exporters of advanced nuclear technology. Supported the successful conclusion of contracts for reload nuclear fuel, components, equipment and technology transfer with INB (Brazil). Championed efforts to establish a closer relationship with the end customer, Eletronuclear

• Senior Design Engineer

  • Jan 1997 - Mar 1999

  Columbia, SC, USA Coordinated the planning, scheduling and release of Bill-of-Materials and related activities for the manufacturing of nuclear fuel and core components for all Westinghouse fuel designs as well as domestic and international customers. Led the successful Fuel Receipt activities for the replacement core shipment to the Angra 1 site and leveraged extensive product and manufacturing process knowledge to mitigate several issues and concerns to the customer's satisfaction. Gained Field… Show more Coordinated the planning, scheduling and release of Bill-of-Materials and related activities for the manufacturing of nuclear fuel and core components for all Westinghouse fuel designs as well as domestic and international customers. Led the successful Fuel Receipt activities for the replacement core shipment to the Angra 1 site and leveraged extensive product and manufacturing process knowledge to mitigate several issues and concerns to the customer's satisfaction. Gained Field Services experience by leading the Top Nozzle inspections at the Vogtle site and became qualified to perform RTN replacements in the field during the Vogtle campaign in the Fall 1999 Performed Fuel Rod Design Engineering activities in support of Core Engineering

• Core Designer, Nuclear Fuel

  • Mar 1993 - Jan 1997

  Pittsburgh, PA, USA Managed the design and implementation of Nuclear Fuel Management, Nuclear Safety Evaluation, Nuclear Operations Data activities and overall nuclear design and operations support for the D. C. Cook Nuclear Plant Unit 2. Provided extensive customer support by participating in phone discussions, site meetings and by giving numerous technical presentations on related topics. Developed technical training for both internal personnel and external customers on Core Design topics. Pioneered the… Show more Managed the design and implementation of Nuclear Fuel Management, Nuclear Safety Evaluation, Nuclear Operations Data activities and overall nuclear design and operations support for the D. C. Cook Nuclear Plant Unit 2. Provided extensive customer support by participating in phone discussions, site meetings and by giving numerous technical presentations on related topics. Developed technical training for both internal personnel and external customers on Core Design topics. Pioneered the Time Based Management cross-functional program in the Core Engineering Department as part of the Core Design and Fuel Rod Design integration Qualified to perform Fuel Rod Design engineering in support of Core Engineering