Carlos (Epia) Epia Realpe-Power Systems Analyst
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Power Systems Analyst
Flensburg Hochschule
- Analysed German transmission networks with > 70 % renewable penetration, running N-1 contingency studies to quantify grid resilience.
- Develop sector coupling energy models for Germany 2030-2050 with high spatial and temporal resolution.
- Quantified technical & economic benefits of flexibility levers such as Dynamic Line Rating (DLR) or Demand Side Management (DSM).
- Co-develop and maintain eTraGo, an open-source Python tool for techno-economic network optimisation and spatial/temporal clustering.
Research Assistant
Flensburg Hochschule
- Coded Python modules to analyse sector-coupled grid flexibility and implement Dynamic Line Rating for German network studies.
- Evaluated solar- and wind-farm siting potential with geo-data and delivered technical reports.
Power Systems Engineer
RGS Consultores S.A.S.
- Built DigSilent power-flow models and feasibility studies for renewable projects, producing compliance reports for Colombian network operators.
- Performed short-circuit, stability and harmonics analysis; drafted regulatory-impact reports.
Substation Engineer
Siemens S.A.
- Designed HV substation automation systems (110–500 kV), including control/protection schematics and panel layouts.
- Supported project execution, technical proposals, and client coordination.
- improved engineering processes in line with ISO 9001 and safety standards.
Electrical Engineer
Enel - Codensa S.A.
- Performed reliability analyses for urban and rural distribution networks.
- Identified optimal equipment locations (e.g., reclosers, sectionalizers) to maximise service quality and investment impact.
- Supervised field installations in compliance with safety regulations and technical standards.
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Experienced in Energy and Utilities.
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Experienced in Research and Development, Operations, Product Development, and Quality Assurance.
Summary
I’m an electrical engineer with nine years of professional experience, including five years focused on power systems analysis and modeling. I develop high-resolution, sector-coupled energy models to support grid planning and evaluate the impact of flexibility measures such as DLR and DSM. My expertise includes quantifying network and storage expansion needs using mathematical optimization, and understanding how the energy transition influences system stability and investment decisions. I enjoy working in collaborative, international teams and am motivated by building tools that turn complexity into clarity for a sustainable energy future.
Skills
Power Systems Modelling And Analysis
- Powerfactory - Digsilent
- Python For Power Systems Analysis (Pypsa)
- Leap
- Homer - Micro Grid
Programming & Data Analysis
- Python
- Sql
- Matlab
- R For Statistical Computing
- Python Libraries: Matplotlib, Pandas, Geopandas, Numpy, Scipy, Seaborn, Sklearn
- Gis Software: Arcgis, Qgis
Dev Tools & Os
- Git
- Github
- Svn
- Docker
- Apache Airflow
- Linux Os
Languages
Education
Europa-Universität Flensburg
Ph.D. Candidate, Economic Evaluation of Battery Storage under Uncertainty: A Location-Sensitive Stochastic Value Model for · Flensburg, Germany
Europa-Universität Flensburg
Master of Engineering · Energy and Environmental Management · Flensburg, Germany
Universidad Nacional de Colombia
Electrical Engineer · Electrical Engineering · Bogotá, Colombia
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Carlos is based in Flensburg, Germany.
Carlos speaks the following languages: Spanish (Native), English (Advanced), German (Intermediate).
Carlos has at least 11 years of experience. During this time, Carlos has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 4 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 3 months. Note that Carlos may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
Based on recent experience, Carlos would be well-suited for roles such as: Power Systems Analyst, Research Assistant, Power Systems Engineer.
Carlos's most recent position is Power Systems Analyst at Flensburg Hochschule.
In recent years, Carlos has worked for Flensburg Hochschule.
Carlos is most experienced in industries like Energy and Utilities.
Carlos is most experienced in business areas like Research and Development, Operations, and Product Development. Carlos also has some experience in Quality Assurance.
Carlos has recently worked in industries like Energy.
Carlos has recently worked in business areas like Research and Development.
Carlos holds a Doctorate from Europa-Universität Flensburg, a Master in Energy and Environmental Management from Europa-Universität Flensburg and a Bachelor in Electrical Engineering from Universidad Nacional de Colombia.
The availability of Carlos needs to be confirmed.
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