Curiosity and Ingenuity!
Biography
Embarking on my academic journey in mechanical engineering, I initially focused on the intricate workings of physical systems. My fascination for technical solutions first went beyond the mechanical field during my bachelor thesis. Here, I took the plunge into the world of programming, developing state-of-the-art solutions for building control and evaluating individual strengths and weaknesses. Subsequently, I was drawn to the prospect of creating solutions that exceeded the limitations of traditional engineering.
Delving into programming evolved from a scholarly exploration into a personal passion, opening new worlds and propelling me beyond my academic foundation. Eager to apply my skills, I collaborated with my roommate on developing a mobile app, immersing myself in the practical aspects of software development. This endeavour testified to the synergy between theoretical knowledge and practical application, reinforcing my commitment to mastering software intricacies while fostering teamwork, problem-solving, and creative thinking.
Complementing my academic and personal ventures, my professional journey has included impactful internships, including Bosch Thermo Technologies and a recent one in Charlotte, USA. During the latter experience, I engaged in scientific research focused on control systems in buildings, utilizing advanced modelling and simulation techniques. This immersive work resulted in my first publication, a testament to my dedication to pushing the boundaries of knowledge and contributing to cutting-edge advancements in the field.
Skills
Experience
Working Student @Siemens AG
December - March 2023 & now since December 2023 | Karlsruhe, Germany• Development and testing of new sensor technologies
• Improving automation of systems and processes
Research Scholar @UNC Charlotte
April - October 2023 | Charlotte, USA• Semester abroad in Charlotte, North Carolina
• Research internship at the University of North Carolina Charlotte
• Modeling of a residential building with distributed energy resources (PV, battery, e-car, etc.)
• Design of an optimized control strategy with respect to grid stability and peak load reduction in MATLAB
• Implementation and optimization of several demand flexibility events combined with model predictive control
• Publication of a journal paper on the work carried out (Model Predictive Control for Demand Flexibility of a Residential Building with Multiple Distributed Energy Resources)
Co-founder and Developer @QualiMe
Since November 2022 | Karlsruhe, Germany• Development of a mobile app
• Coding experiences using state-of-the-art frameworks and technologies
• Full stack development including UI/UX and basics in the backend
• Conceptualization for a user-friendly interface Focus on self-improvement and valuable use of your time
• Including daily journaling and self-reflection methods
• Increase your productivity level and give you a guided way to establish routines
Research and Development Engineer @Bosch Thermotechnik
May - September 2022 | Wernau, Germany• Internship at Bosch Thermo Technologies
• Modeling and simulation of a ventilation system for residential buildings in MATLAB/Simulink
• Automation and development of component tests in MATLAB/Simulink
• Modeling of a heat exchanger and validation of the model with real measurement data in MATLAB/Simulink
• Collaboration on the development of a new tightness concept for a ventilation unit
• Automation of data synchronization
• Conducting various tightness measurements
• Conducting a competitive research
Bachelor's Thesis @Institute for Automation and Applied Informatics (KIT - IAI)
January - March 2022 | Karlsruhe, Germany• Control of buildings with a focus on thermal comfort
• Consideration of user behavior and personal needs
• Making energy management in buildings more energy-efficient in terms of climate protection while maintaining at least the same level of comfort
• Design and implementation of various control concepts with a comparison of energy consumption and comfort, e.g. Model Predictive Control (MPC)
HiWi @Institute of Fluid Dynamics (KIT - ISTM)
June - December 2021 | Karlsruhe, Germany• Conducting a CFD simulation with ANSYS
• Co-representative of the institute at the Mechanical Engineering Day
• Support in the research of plasma actuators for friction reduction
• Application of Stereo PIV for the evaluation of measurement results
Education
M.Sc. Mechanical Engineering
Since October 2022 | Karlsruhe Institute for Technoloy (KIT)• Specializing in Automation Technology and Medical technology
B.Sc. Mechanical Engineering
2018 - 2022 | Karlsruhe Institute for Technoloy (KIT)• Specializing in Energy Technology
• Final grade: 1.7
• Bachelor's thesis: User-oriented building control for thermal comfort - grade: 1.0
Abitur
2010 - 2018 | Scheffel Gymnasium, Bad Säckingen• Final Grade 1.5