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Skills

  • Python
    • Scikit-learn
    • Pytorch
    • Numpy
    • Pandas
    • Jupyter
  • Databases
    • SQL
    • MySQL
  • Data Visualisation
    • Tableau
    • Grafana / Prometheus
    • Matplotlib / Seaborn
  • DevOps
    • Git
    • Docker
    • Azure
    • Unit tests (Pytest)
    • Github Actions
    • Anaconda
    • VS Code
  • Web Development
    • HTML
    • CSS
    • Flask
    • Streamlit
    • Wordpress
    • Jekyll
  • Engineering
    • Finite Element Analysis (Abaqus, Ansys)
    • Computer-Aided-Design (Solidworks, OnShape)
    • ROS / ROS2
  • Other
    • Linux / Bash
    • Arduino
    • Markdown
    • Latex
    • Agile project management (Jira)

Work Experience

  • 2021 - Present
    Career Transition
    • Comprehensive preparation for a career in data, with focused training in MLOps, data analysis and data science.
    • Built a portfolio of dashboards, predictive models and data pipelines.
  • 2017 - 2021
    Marie Curie Research Fellow
    University College Dublin, Ireland
    • Awarded a competitive €245,000 grant to develop machine learning solutions for advanced manufacturing optimisation.
    • Designed and implemented an anomaly detection system using ML models on sensor time-series data, resulting in a ~15% reduction in unplanned downtime.
    • Developed a reinforcement learning framework to train robotic manipulators on precision reaching tasks.
  • 2016 - 2017
    Postdoctoral Research Fellow
    University College Dublin, Ireland
    • Optimised composite structures via computational methods
    • Applied topology and evolutionary optimisation to define optimal material layouts, achieving a 20% improvement in stiffness-to-weight ratio.
    • Developed high-fidelity numerical models (FEA) to predict complex mechanical behavior, validating against experimental data.
    • Employed machine learning on simulation models to identify optimal material parameters.
  • 2012 - 2016
    PhD Researcher
    University of Exeter, UK
    • Developed passive vibration damping solutions for lightweight sandwich structures
    • Performed modal analysis on aircraft structures using finite element analysis (Ansys).
    • Implemented evolutionary optimization algorithms in Matlab to identify optimal damping configurations.
    • Validated models experimentally using accelerometers, laser vibrometers and spectrum analysers.
  • 2012 - 2015
    Teaching Assistant
    University of Exeter, UK
    • Modules taught : solid mechanics, computational engineering, Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
  • 2011 - 2012
    Research Assistant
    University of Exeter, UK
    • Modelling of wear using adaptive meshing in finite element analysis applied to aerofoil blade friction damper in a Rolls-Royce gas turbine.
  • 2011
    Project Management Intern
    Airbus, France
    • Harmonisation of CatiaV5 settings configuration for A350 programme across all the main Airbus plants (France, Spain, Germany, United Kingdom).

Education

Languages

French Native speaker
English Fluent
Spanish Proficient

Interests

  • Technology: electronics (Arduino, Raspberry Pi), Kaggle competitions, fine-tuning Large Language Model
  • Outdoors: trekking, slow travel, permaculture, geocaching, volunteering
  • Hobbies: badminton (15 years), guitar (10 years), chess, yoga, meditation