Eduard Simioni, Ph.D

Experience

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  Nikhef (Nationaal instituut voor subatomaire fysica)

  Mar 2005 - Mar 2010

  PhD in Physics

  R&D of straw tube module for the LHCb Outer Tracker sub-detector.Quality Assurance and Verification tests.Discovery of an unexpected ageing phenomena (OT Ageing).Robotic tests and software for the selection of ceramic amplifiers based on functional and quality requirements.R&D of the electronics readout, definition of the qualification tests during mass production operations.LHCb potential on discovering Bs -> mu,mu rare decay and systematic studies on detector performances due to weak modes and misalignements. Show less

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  Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz

  Sept 2010 - Nov 2014

  Postdoctoral Research Associate

  Use of machine learning based technique and advanced data analysis (python tensorflow and R based caret) on big data aimed at particle physics research (Higgs and Supersymmetry).- Systematize file handling, enable version control, work with cloud tools, execute data pipelines (Shell, Git).- Firmware development for high speed links for Multi Gigabit transceivers in FPGAs, simulation of PCB signal integrity and lab measurements.

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  CERN

  Nov 2014 - Nov 2018

  Technical Project Manager

  - Coordinating the core teams of a international complex project in a matrix organization- Main technical contact to external groups and providers- Status tracking and milestones reviews, document control- Maintaining resources and budget plans- Managing the firmware team (six people) for VHDL algorithms and V&V of both internal and external unit interfaces- Managing the operation team (over twenty people) for the CERN ATLAS calorimeters data filtering and Control Room Shift Leader during real-time data operation at the CERN LHC.- Lead software and simulation development in Python / C++ and unit tests - Commissioning leader: sprint planning, daily and weekly reports, define work packages, resolve bottlenecks, increase effectiveness and interface among diverse groups.- Training on software best practice (VHDL, WinCCOA) and producing concise technical documentation, coaching of hardware and firmware engineers. Show less

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  Forimtech SA

  Jan 2019 - Jun 2021

  Senior R&D Engineer and Project Manager

  - Supervise product (hardware and software) life cycle- Manage quality controls (including DB development) and traceability CAPA- Manage and document complaints and follow up actions in alignment with contractual obligations- Identify risks related to the production process and its outputs, outline scenarios.- Update and manage the technical documentation, driving technical reviews- Lead design and realisation/industrialisation of design concepts to products (choice of technical means, quality strategy, process monitoring, etc.).- Take appropriate corrective and preventive actions (i.e. eliminate the root cause of existing + potential nonconformities) with the RAQA Manager- Planning and executing requirements implementation based MDR vs MDD remediation and regulation changes- Leading project core team Show less

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  Advanced Sterilization Products (ASP)

  Jun 2021 - Apr 2022

  Data Science Specialist (temporary)

  - Manage segment analytics portfolio, plan long term evolution- Drive automation across the segment portfolio and continuous optimization of data architecture- Identify cross-segment opportunities and best Agile practices- Identification of further analytics opportunities and back up segment analyst

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  Arktis Radiation Detectors

  Apr 2022 - now

  Arktis designs and manufactures integrated detection systems that detect and categorize radiological and nuclear materials with an unprecedented level of accuracy and reliability.Project management: prepare detailed project plans and progress reportsMaintain relationships with clients and partnersFunction as main technical and contractual point of contact for subcontractorsQualification testing of systems and detectorsElectronics Engineering: PCB design, analog and digital circuits, microprocessor designDesign and review electrical diagrams of systemsPrototype R&DEmbedded firmware (microcontroller / FPGA) development Show less

  • Lead R&D Project Engineer (SW/FW)

    Apr 2024 - now

  • Senior Electronics Projects Engineer

    Apr 2022 - Apr 2024