Simone Martinelli

Experience

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  Scuola universitaria professionale della Svizzera italiana (SUPSI)

  Feb 2016 - Nov 2016

  I was in charge of fire characterization of materials. I was responsible for the preparation of the specimens, the combustion tests and the data analysis in order to evaluate the burning performance of tested materials. Furthermore, I was involved in the feasibility study of mechanical design and optimization of a down scaled apparatus of a fire materials characterization test bench (Single Burning Item).My professional activities are part of applied research funded by CTI:• REtarded Polypropylene film for coated Steel – FLARES CTI Project Nr 16366.1 PFIW-IW• Sfera Plastica Ferromagnetica – SFERAPLAST CTI Project Nr 18609.1 PFIW-IW Show less

  • Assistant researcher

    Jul 2016 - Nov 2016

  • Assistant researcher

    Feb 2016 - Jun 2016
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  DuPont

  Dec 2016 - Feb 2017

  Assistant researcher

  I was assigned to a research project aiming at developing new experimental methods to evaluate complex polymer fatigue performance in real application conditions.

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  Scuola universitaria professionale della Svizzera italiana (SUPSI)

  Mar 2017 - Dec 2017

  Assistant researcher

  I was in charge of fire characterization of materials. I was responsible for the preparation of the specimens, the combustion tests and the data analysis in order to evaluate the burning performance of tested materials. Furthermore, I was involved in the feasibility study of mechanical design and optimization of a down scaled apparatus of a fire materials characterization test bench (Single Burning Item). My professional activities are part of applied research funded by CTI:• REtarded Polypropylene film for coated Steel – FLARES CTI Project Nr 16366.1 PFIW-IW• Sfera Plastica Ferromagnetica – SFERAPLAST CTI Project Nr 18609.1 PFIW-IW Show less

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  HYDAC Group

  May 2018 - Apr 2023

  Conduct simulations in the following fields: construction equipment, renewable energy (mainly wind power), railway and power generation.CFD simulations: shape optimization of ducts, evaluate and reduce pressure drop (from -50 to -150 Pa), flow distribution improvement (+60% more homogeneous) for heat transfer optimization, flow estimation of axial and radial fan in real customer conditions.FEM simulations: cost reduction (-10%/-30%), investigate breaks and damages, structural design (modal and structural statics), weld verification, rivets and bolts verification, 3D and midshell simulations.Propose innovative solutions to optimize existing standard products, enhance the performances of coolant systems (+10%/+20% heat transfer) and develop tailor-made products that satisfied the client needs.Thermal design of heat exchangers and fan selection.Support the technical office in designing tailor-made products (team of 2 to 6 people).Take part in root cause analysis and interpretation of test results; work directly with purchasing, supply chain and suppliers onfinding cost-effective manufacturing solutions. Show less In the role of R&D testing and laboratory engineer I contributed in the writing of technical procedures for the use of test benches, P&ID and optimization of test benches for the characterization of heat exchangers.In the current role I was also in charge with the tests for the characterization of the heat exchangers from the setting up on the test bench (pulsating test, performance, vibration tests, noise test, wind tunnel tests, salt spray test) to the data analysis, statistical correlations and writing of technical reports. Hence, propose optimizations to the heat exchangers in line with the customer's or market’s requests. Show less

  • Simulation & Laboratory engineer

    Mar 2021 - Apr 2023

  • R&D laboratory & simulation engineer

    Feb 2019 - Feb 2021

  • R&D testing and laboratory Engineer

    May 2018 - Jan 2019
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  Climeworks

  May 2023 - now

  Simulation Engineer

  CFD simulations: Analyzed CO₂ capture plant systems, including in-depth examinations of internal circuits (pipes, filters, containers) and external circuits (weather protection systems, wind impact assessments, plant locations and recirculation effects).Optimized plant performance in CO₂ yield, energy consumption, cost efficiency and lifespan while predicting overall system behavior.Assessed the performance of fans through CFD simulations and accounting for wind effects;FEM simulations:Conducted strength and durability analyses of mechanical assemblies and components;Planned, accompanied, evaluated, and documented validation experiments and accompanying measurements.Dimensioning and optimizing components in collaboration with our development engineers to meet requirements;Develop innovative solutions for design changes;Technical Skills & Tools:Tools: SolidWorks, SpaceClaim, Workbench mesher, Fluent Mesher, ANSYS Fluent, Workbench, CFD Post.CFD Expertise: Porous media, Porous zone, 2D/3D fan zone simulations, transient thermal, multispecies flow, heat transfer.FEM Expertise: Static structural, transient thermal, fatigue analysis, bolt verification, welding verification.Programming & Data Analysis: MATLAB/Octave for post-processing results and generating reports/graphs.Autonomous in geometry preparation, meshing, simulation setup and post-processing.Project Management & Leadership:Planning & reporting of CFD/FEM simulations to line managers, teams and stakeholders.Cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Test, Process and R&D teams, providing technical support and insights.Documentation development to define methodologies and best practices for CFD & FEM simulations.Involvement in hiring processes for new simulation engineers.Onboarding & mentoring of new joiners for simulation-related tasks. Show less