Jagdesh Kumar
Duisburg
Summary
Results-driven electrical engineer with extensive experience in project execution, research, and technical support, specializing in battery energy storage systems. Demonstrates proficiency in power system modeling and adeptness in utilizing advanced simulation tools such as MATLAB, PSCAD, and DIgSILENT PowerFactory. Expertise in troubleshooting, defect analysis, and the development of smart control algorithms effectively addresses complex engineering challenges. Committed to driving innovation and delivering impactful solutions within the Siemens Energy team.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages
Work History
Technical Support Engineer
LG Energy Solution Europe GmbH
08.2023 - Current
- Troubleshooting of battery energy storage systems, identifying and resolving technical issues
- Performing testing of batteries in coordination with inverters (PCS)
- Conducting defect analysis to determine root causes of failures
- Preparing reports and coordinating with for development team for corrective actions
- Carrying out end-of-line (EOL) machine testing to ensure product quality and compliance
- Training to installers and internal members for installation and commissioning of battery with VDE standards
Project researcher
University of Vaasa, Finland
04.2016 - 07.2023
- I have worked on the following research projects in collaboration with industrial partners:
- FESSMI: Funded by European Regional Development Fund through TEKES (Business Finland)
- To design, develop harbour grid models with application of battery energy storage systems in PSCAD software
- To develop multiple battery-charging configurations for harbour grids supporting electric vessels using PSCAD software
- FLEXe DEMO: Funded by CLIC Innovation Oy
- To analyse two future case studies with proper sizing and allocation battery energy storage systems at different nodes of Åland Island power system
- SESP: Funded by Regional Council of Ostrobothnia, Vaasan kaupunki, and VASEK
- To develop smart control algorithm for battery charging/discharging in MATLAB
- To validate the performance of the developed control algorithm in OPAL-RT real time simulation for Vaasa harbour grid case study
- AENEAS: Funded by Horizon Europe
- To design size of energy storage systems of onboard power systems of vessels using simulation tools
Researcher
University of Duisburg-Essen, Germany
12.2013 - 03.2016
- Modelling and simulation of power systems in DigSilent PowerFactory
- To analyse dynamic security assessment of power system
- Teaching assistant in conducting LABs
Lecturer
QUEST, Nawabshah, Pakistan
01.2008 - 08.2010
- Teaching (Delivering lectures and conducting LABs)
- Supervising bachelor theses
Lecturer
IUCET, Bahawalpur, Pakistan
10.2007 - 12.2007
- Teaching (Delivering lectures and conducting LABs)
Junior Engineer
Hydel Power Station, Gujranwala, Pakistan
04.2007 - 09.2007
- Maintenance and operation of synchronous generator
- Monitoring and supervision of control panels including circuit breaker and relays
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical Engineering
QUEST, Nawabshah
09.2006
D.Sc. - Electrical Engineering
University of Vaasa
12.2023
M.Sc. - Electrical Engineering, Information Technology and Computer Engineering
RWTH-Aachen University
06.2013
Skills
Programming languages: MATLAB (Good), C (Basic), Python (Basic)
Tools: MATLAB/Simulink (Very good), PSCAD (Very good), DIgSILENT PowerFactory (Good), OPAL-RT (Good)
References
Available when required
Timeline
Technical Support Engineer
LG Energy Solution Europe GmbH
08.2023 - Current
Project researcher
University of Vaasa, Finland
04.2016 - 07.2023
Researcher
University of Duisburg-Essen, Germany
12.2013 - 03.2016
Lecturer
QUEST, Nawabshah, Pakistan
01.2008 - 08.2010
Lecturer
IUCET, Bahawalpur, Pakistan
10.2007 - 12.2007
Junior Engineer
Hydel Power Station, Gujranwala, Pakistan
04.2007 - 09.2007
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical Engineering
QUEST, Nawabshah
D.Sc. - Electrical Engineering
University of Vaasa
M.Sc. - Electrical Engineering, Information Technology and Computer Engineering
RWTH-Aachen University