David Flores Fernández

• Characterize and define Electrical Insulation Systems (EIS) for aircraft propulsion components
• Oversee and supervise laboratory activities in the capacity of a lab manager. Conducted High Voltage testing to verify electrical insulation systems' reliability across diverse projects.
• Conduct insulation testing and development in compliance to IEC standards, employing advanced test methods to ensure the highest quality
• Support of electromagnetic and thermal characterization of components
• Collaborate closely with clients and R&D partners to validate and deliver cutting-edge solutions from initial conception to final production

• Performed Off-line/On-line Partial Discharge testing and monitoring on various Power Electrical Equipment, including Rotating Machines, GIS, Power Transformers, and Power Cables
• Conducted testing and commissioning of Partial Discharge instruments and systems, both Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)
• Performed electrical routing testing on power electrical equipment in compliance with service contracts
• Provided support, training and presentations for customers and sales representatives
• Conduct service measurements worldwide

• Provided expert applications and technical support for both off-line and on-line Partial Discharge monitoring solutions on various Electrical Power Equipment
• Delivered comprehensive support, training, and engaging presentations to customers and sales representatives, effectively conveying the benefits and features of our Partial Discharge solutions

• Design and development of a test system for two- and three-phase inverter module in a 3L-ANPC topology

• Facilitated instruction for master students in electrical testing techniques on High Voltage Circuit Breakers and Power Transformers
• Assisted in the design and development of an innovative Master Program Course titled 'Power Switching Devices in High Voltage Substations,' catering to the needs of future master students
• Collaborated with the High Voltage department to enhance the course curriculum and create engaging learning materials to ensure an enriching educational experience

• Conducted thorough electrical testing on high voltage test systems and measurement equipment, ensuring their reliability and functionality before delivery to customers
• Followed standard testing procedures and protocols to guarantee the highest quality of equipment performance

• Modelling and analysis of High Voltage Filters for Partial Discharge testing systems

Represented electrical testing manufacturers Megger and HT Instruments in Colombia, Cuba and Barcelona under Megamed Electric and Quimaldi SAS.

• Led the Technical Support Department, overseeing a small team of professionals and ensuring high-quality assistance to customers
• Provided expert product consultation, assessment, training, demonstrations, and presentations to clients, equipping them with comprehensive knowledge on the application and utilization of electrical testing equipment for High, Medium, and Low Voltage assets
• Developed application notes and delivered presentations at seminars and conferences
• Acquired extensive expertise in maintenance and electrical testing across various components of the electrical power system, including rotating machinery, power transformers, power cables, grounding, power quality, protective relays, circuit breakers, batteries, and more
• Demonstrated a commitment to customer satisfaction by traveling 50% of the time

Represented renowned electrical testing equipment manufacturers including Megger, Dranetz, Haefely, Hipotronics, Enervac, Morgan Schaffer, EA Technology.

• Provided comprehensive technical support to clients, guiding them in the application and utilization of electrical testing equipment.
• Actively participated in marketing and sales, ensuring seamless integration of customer needs with product offerings.
• Gained expertise in maintenance and electrical testing for rotating machinery, power transformers, power cables, grounding, power quality, relays, circuit breakers, and batteries.
• Delivered technical presentations, demonstrations, and training sessions on various testing equipment.

• Assisted in laboratory activities for the Circuit Analyses class

• Master thesis: Handling Phase to Ground Faults in Distribution Networks
• Developed a robust computational model using PSCAD, which effectively simulated a distribution network located near Trondheim
• Conducted thorough validation to ensure the model's accuracy, establishing its credibility as a true representation of the real distribution network
• Utilized the computational model to demonstrate the effectiveness and sensitivity of a specific location and detection method for identifying high-impedance single phase to ground faults