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Aaron J. Wilson

Knoxville,TN

Summary

Accomplished Research Electrical Engineer with a proven track record at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, specializing in power systems data management, processing, and analysis. Experienced in project management, demonstrated through strategic collaborations and innovative research developments. Skilled in Python & MATLAB, with a commitment to advancing the field of electrical engineering through continuous learning and professional society engagement.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Research Electrical Engineer

Oak Ridge National Laboratory, ORNL
Oak Ridge, TN
05.2021 - Current
  • Executed diverse assignments under funding from U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Electricity.
  • Designed strategic project plans, spearheading collaboration among multiple laboratory units.
  • Participated in professional societies to expand expertise and network.

Research Assistant

Oak Ridge National Laboratory/University of Tennessee
05.2019 - Current
  • Working with a team of researchers and technical professionals to develop cyber-security solutions for the Department of Energy and electric power utilities
  • Developed a lab-scale substation protection system using embedded Linux devices
  • Interface regularly with DoE sponsors and subcontractors, prepare technical reports, attend conferences, and deliver presentations

Graduate Research Assistant

The University of Tennessee
Chattanooga, TN
05.2017 - 05.2019
  • Engineered software classification tool targeting event analysis from smart re-closing systems operated by Electric Power Board in Chattanooga.
  • Worked directly with EPB to assess their needs when developing the system

Engineering Co-Op

Roper Corporation
Lafayette, GA
05.2015 - 08.2015
  • Worked in the Kaizen Promotions Office (KPO) to assist in more efficient assembly line process flow and ergonomic practices

Education

Doctorate of Philosophy - Electrical Engineering

The University of Tennessee
Knoxville
12-2022

Master of Science - Electrical Engineering

The University of Tennessee
Chattanooga
05.2019

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering

The University of Tennessee
Chattanooga
05.2017

Skills

  • Proposal writing
  • Project management
  • Power systems data analysis
  • Research and development
  • Power systems
  • Machine learning and artificial intelligence
  • Python & MATLAB

Publications

See my Google Scholar page: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=DjDTvYgAAAAJ&hl=en

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Research Electrical Engineer

Oak Ridge National Laboratory, ORNL
05.2021 - Current

Research Assistant

Oak Ridge National Laboratory/University of Tennessee
05.2019 - Current

Graduate Research Assistant

The University of Tennessee
05.2017 - 05.2019

Engineering Co-Op

Roper Corporation
05.2015 - 08.2015

Doctorate of Philosophy - Electrical Engineering

The University of Tennessee

Master of Science - Electrical Engineering

The University of Tennessee

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering

The University of Tennessee
Aaron J. Wilson