Experience

Dimetor

• Information Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Senior Software Engineer - DevOps Lead

  • Feb 2022 - Present

  As the DevOps lead, I work with the DevOps team, PMs and software devs to facilitate the efficient deployment of AirborneRF and AirborneRF HUB at major mobile network operators. There is much overlap with the positions outlined below in terms of the daily tasks; now I am also involved in:⠀⠀▪ deployment planning,⠀⠀▪ sprint planning,⠀⠀▪ task and code review,⠀⠀▪ guiding the DevOps team in the context of the full stack.

• Senior Software Engineer

  • Feb 2020 - Present

  My role at Dimetor has expanded to include:⠀⠀▪ coordinating deployments of AirborneRF at major telecommunications companies (MNOs) in Europe and North America finding solutions for AirborneRF to work within MNO architectures as well as interfacing with MNO network data,

• Senior Software Developer

  • Feb 2018 - Feb 2020

  I am currently developing the platform core for drone deployment and optimal routing at Dimetor. This includes researching, prototyping and fine tuning algorithms as well as creating developer tools. Among other things, tasks include:⠀⠀▪ C++ and Python programming,⠀⠀▪ Docker image development,⠀⠀▪ code management / review,⠀⠀▪ ensuring automatic builds work.⠀⠀▪ working in/integrating into a full stack environment,This is an exciting and multifaceted project and this section will surely grow as we expand platform functionality and scalability. Show less



UBIMET Group

• Austria
• IT Services and IT Consulting
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Researcher - Computational Model Developer

  • Feb 2014 - Sep 2015

  Developed a software package for particle dispersion numerical simulations. Tasks included: ⠀⠀▪ extensive research into methodology, algorithms and data sources, ⠀⠀▪ data processing and statistical analysis of potential methods for the particle release model, ⠀⠀▪ tuning and debugging of an existing Fortran atmospheric transport model, ⠀⠀▪ Python scripting of: ⠀⠀⠀⠀• a pre-processing module to determine release sources utilizing grid calculations based on geospatial data and in-house weather model results, ⠀⠀⠀⠀• a post-processing module in various file formats (TIFF, GRIB, NETCDF), ⠀⠀⠀⠀• a framework for linking modules, file/directory management, and system automation. ⠀⠀▪ Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team (soft dev., IT infrastructure, research) to successfully integrate the dispersion package with existing Linux infrastructure (data servers, HPC) for daily automated runs. Additional tasks included: ⠀⠀▪ various scripting, ⠀⠀▪ file format conversion, ⠀⠀▪ HPC installations, ⠀⠀▪ documentation ⠀⠀▪ project planning in JIRA/CONFLUENCE. Acquired: ⠀⠀▪ Experience in integrating multiple scientific models into a complex operational system. Show less



EPFL (École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne)

• Switzerland
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Researcher - CFD Developer

  • Feb 2012 - Aug 2012

  Developed and validated methods for characterizing turbulence in blood flow. Tasks included: ⠀⠀▪ automating geometry and mesh creation for validation cases (ex. artery stenosis), ⠀⠀▪ developing CFD simulations using an open source C++ Finite Element library on Linux HPC cluster, ⠀⠀▪ automating post processing (Python) for statistical analysis (time/ensemble averaging) and visualization (cross sections/profiles) to calculate fluid dynamic properties. Acquired: R&D experience in FEM for CFD of the cardiovascular system/post-processing automation. Show less



AFC Air Flow Consulting AG

• Switzerland
• Architecture and Planning
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Researcher - CFD Programmer / Analyst

  • Jun 2010 - Sep 2010

  Performed CFD simulations with HPC Microsoft cluster and produced corresponding visualizations: ⠀⠀• of various cases for ILMAC conference to demonstrate AFCs capabilities in fluid flow analysis and the ability to provide value added services. (see YouTube channel for examples.) ⠀⠀• of building ventilation and heating systems to provide solutions meeting client needs. Evaluated CFD software for integration into AFC workflow. Acquired: Consulting experience working in a team and in utilizing commercial CFD software. Show less



EPFL (École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne)

• Switzerland
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Researcher - CFD Developer

  • Aug 2008 - Dec 2008

  Utilized ANSYS CFX and ICEM on HPC Linux cluster to simulate a yacht sailing downwind. Created algorithms and developed scripts to: ⠀⠀▪ automate geometry meshing, ⠀⠀▪ utilize Virtual Wind Tunnel (a sail fluid structure interaction software) for sail aerodynamics, ⠀⠀▪ simulate hull hydrodynamics using a 3-DOF free-surface model, ⠀⠀▪ integrate the aerodynamic and hydrodynamic models to perform a simulation of a full yacht. Acquired: R&D experience in CFD simulation of external flows over complex geometries. Show less



Hatch

• Canada
• Professional Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Mechanical Engineer - Industrial Piping Design

  • Jan 2008 - May 2008

  • Performed stress calculations and simulations of industrial pipe systems. • Led a team to create the piping and instrumentation layouts of a Wet Flue Gas Desulfurization system. • Reviewed industrial pipe system technical drawings to ensure compliance with safety standards and eliminate redundant supports to minimize costs. Acquired: Developed analytical skills required to improve large industrial piping systems. • Performed stress calculations and simulations of industrial pipe systems. • Led a team to create the piping and instrumentation layouts of a Wet Flue Gas Desulfurization system. • Reviewed industrial pipe system technical drawings to ensure compliance with safety standards and eliminate redundant supports to minimize costs. Acquired: Developed analytical skills required to improve large industrial piping systems.



Litens Automotive Group

• Canada
• Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Mechanical Engineer - Vibration Technology Research and Design

  • Apr 2007 - Sep 2007

  Designed managed a study correlating plastic wear with contact pressure, angular velocity and temperature to improve vibration damping system design. The tasks included: • fixture design using solid modelling, • managing fixture fabrication, • running cyclic loading tests, • post-processing the results to extract statistically significant correlations. Designed Honda, Toyota & Hyundai automotive accessory drive vibration control tensioner components and assemblies. Tasks included: • part design using solid modeling, • managing prototype fabrication, • durability testing, • implementation of parts/assemblies into manufacturing. Designed investigatinl the wear of water pump seals due to engine torsional effects. Tasks included: • fixture design using solid modeling, • managing fixture fabrication. Acquired: • Project management skills needed to facilitate the iterative design process essential to move from an initial concept to a realized design and a finished product. Show less



Litens Automotive Group

• Canada
• Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Mechanical Engineer - Vibration Technology Research and Design

  • Sep 2006 - Dec 2006

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Creststreet Asset Management

• Financial Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Mechanical Engineer - Wind Power Research

  • Sep 2005 - Dec 2005

  • Improved upon the in house power prediction model and utilized wind/turbine power output statistics of company owned wind farms for verification. • Reported the predicted and actual power output to company directors. Acquired: Exposure to wind industry and business practices. • Improved upon the in house power prediction model and utilized wind/turbine power output statistics of company owned wind farms for verification. • Reported the predicted and actual power output to company directors. Acquired: Exposure to wind industry and business practices.



SCIEX

• United States
• Biotechnology
• 700 & Above Employee

• Mechanical Engineer - Product Development

  • Jan 2005 - Apr 2005



University of Waterloo

• Canada
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Mechanical Shop Assistant

  • May 2004 - Aug 2004