Carlos Pérez Puyol

Carlos Pérez Puyol Valencia, ES |LinkedIn|-| - WORK EXPERIENCE Independent Consultant (remote), West Africa Mar 2024 – Currently Consultant in Renewable Energy, Energy Storage and Sustainability • Led business development and client acquisition, identifying 638 potential clients and expanding the customer base by 85% through direct outreach and lead generation in renewable energy, logistics, and maritime sectors. • Designed and optimized a 200kW solar photovoltaic park with a 10.24kWh energy storage system, producing over 779kWh/day and achieving a 40% energy savings for industrial complexes. • Developed advanced simulation models using MATLAB/Simulink, improving efficiency of energy storage and renewable integration by over 25%. • Negotiated contracts with international suppliers, securing 10% cost savings without compromising performance. • Developed commercial documentation and led the preparation of technical proposals of complex energy systems. Weichai Power Science & Technology Innovation Center, Aachen DEU Jul 2022 – Aug 2023 New energies & Sustainability Engineer • Led feasibility studies for the electrification of heavy-duty industries, focusing on maritime energy systems (superyachts exceeding 60 meters), integrating 250kW fuel cells and 700kWh energy storage systems. • Implemented a methanol-to-hydrogen reformer, achieving 230kg/day production with over 80% efficiency. • Acted as the key technical liaison between clients and internal teams, leading the development of innovative proposals. • Reduced emissions significantly using RAMS methodology, with NOx emissions cut by 76.78% and CO2 by 18.13%, aligning with IMO GHG emission regulations. • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize maritime energy systems, employing AI-driven data analysis for superior system performance. Clean Mobility & Thermofluids Center - CMT, Valencia ESP Sep 2020 – Sep 2021 Fuel Cell & e-fuels Research associate • Conducted research on PEMFC, SOFC, HT-PEMFC for heavy-duty applications, integrating insights into fuel cell innovations for potential commercial use in niche markets such as maritime. • Developed numerical models in MATLAB/Simulink for proton membrane reformers (diesel, methanol, ammonia), ensuring 99.999% hydrogen purity for sustainable energy applications. • Modelled and validated numerical models for SOFC with genetic algorithms, increasing system efficiency by 45% and delivering technical reports to stakeholders on project feasibility. Faurecia R&D Center, Valencia ESP Jun 2019 – Jul 2020 Process & Tooling Engineer • Coordinated production operations, managing a multinational team of 4+ workers, processing 600+ pieces daily. • Ensured 100% compliance with quality standards and customer specifications with a 20% reduction in production failures. EDUCATION RWTH Aachen University, Aachen, DEU Master of Science | Major: Environmental Engineering, Electromobility and Energy Storage Polytechnic University of Valencia, Valencia, ESP Master of Science | Major: Industrial Engineering. Energy generation Polytechnic University of Valencia, Valencia, ESP Bachelor of Science | Major: Industrial Engineering - Leadership & Activity Escuelas San José, Valencia ESP Oct 2013 – Jul 2016 Voluntary Monitor • Led a team of 22 volunteers over 7 months, managing budgets and coordinating work groups for school camps. • Fostered teamwork through regular evaluations, ensuring successful project execution and volunteer engagement. Skills & Interest • • • • Technical: Matlab/Simulink, GT-Suite/GT-Power, Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, PowerBI), C++, CAD design Languages: Native Spanish, Fluent English (C1), Basic Knowledge German (willing to improve) Other: Data analysis, fuel cell technology, energy efficiency systems, maritime and ports logistics, decarbonization Interests: entrepreneurship, economics, sports, operations and strategy in ports, personal growth, travel, sailing