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Andrii Merzlikin

Andrii Merzlikin

Marina del Rey,CA

Summary

A seasoned entrepreneur and owner of a leading Ukrainian EPC company in renewable energy, with a proven track record in solar energy projects. Due to the war in Ukraine, I relocated to the USA 12 months ago and am now seeking to leverage my extensive experience in solar station development and collaboration with global partners to contribute to the growth of a forward-thinking solar energy company. Ready to start from the ground up and bring expertise, passion, and dedication to the field.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Collaborator

MBI Engineering
Kyiv, Ukraine
01.2021 - Current
  • Entered into a strategic partnership with MBI Engineering, the exclusive distributor of Sun Power in Ukraine.
  • Worked closely with MBI to integrate the concept of energy-saving technologies and intelligent building management, cutting-edge solar technologies into national solar projects.
  • Facilitated the expansion of solar energy solutions through innovative EPC practices and business collaboration.

Owner

M&A Group
Dnipro, Ukraine
09.2016 - Current
  • Founded and led a prominent EPC company specializing in industrial ground-based and rooftop solar stations.
  • Ranked 11th in the renewable energy sector in Ukraine for solar station development.
  • Spearheaded a Guinness World Record project in 2016, highlighting innovation and excellence in solar energy.
  • Exclusively partnered with First Solar to bring advanced solar modules to the Ukrainian market.
  • Led large-scale solar energy projects and ensured compliance with international standards in engineering, procurement, and construction.
  • Developed and manufactured custom structures for photovoltaic modules to enhance system efficiency and durability.

Education

Master of Science - Electrical Engineering

Ukrainian University of Science And Technologies
Dnipro, Ukraine
07-1999

Skills

  • Technical Skills: Solar energy systems design and installation, EPC project management, renewable energy technologies (First Solar, Sun Power, SMA), development and manufacturing of structures for photovoltaic modules
  • Business Skills: Strategic partnerships, business development, team leadership, contract negotiation
  • Languages: English B1, Spanish A2, Ukrainian Native, Russian Native
  • Software: MS Office, Archicad, AutoCAD, PVsyst

Certification

Construction in Seismic Areas and Difficult Geological Conditions
National Academy of Environmental Protection and Resort Development – Ukraine
09/2001 – 12/2001

Accomplishments

  • Management Experience: Since 2016, you have been the owner of M&A Group, one of the leading EPC companies in Ukraine, specializing in the construction of industrial and rooftop solar power stations.
    Under your leadership, the company was ranked 11th in Ukraine in renewable energy.
  • Records and Projects: One of your company's projects was included in the Guinness Book of Records in 2016.
  • Technological Achievements: M&A Group was the only company in Ukraine that worked with First Solar solar modules and had experience with Sun Power and SMA technologies.
    Since 2021, the company has partnered with MBI Engineering, the exclusive distributor of Sun Power in Ukraine.
  • Innovation in Engineering: You have experience in developing and manufacturing structures for photovoltaic modules.
  • International Experience: Due to the war in Ukraine, you moved to the United States and are now seeking opportunities to build your career from the ground up, demonstrating your adaptability and determination to grow in new environments.
  • Education and Certification: You graduated from the Ukrainian State University of Science and Technologies.
    You earned a certification in construction for seismic areas from the National Academy of Environmental Protection and Resort Development.

Work Availability

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Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

Hybrid

Important To Me

Career advancementCompany CultureTeam Building / Company Retreats

Timeline

Collaborator

MBI Engineering
01.2021 - Current

Owner

M&A Group
09.2016 - Current

Master of Science - Electrical Engineering

Ukrainian University of Science And Technologies
Andrii Merzlikin