Sahil Al Hmidan
Troy,MI
Summary
Senior Energy Consultant with10+ years of experience in engineering, energy efficiency, renewable energy, and strategic economic development. Expert in consulting, project management, and feasibility studies for high-investment cleantech and construction projects, including over400 MW of renewable energy initiatives. Skilled in energy auditing, value engineering, and aligning projects with sustainability goals and SDGs. Holds a B.Sc. in Energy Engineering and an M.Sc. in Environmental and Renewable Energy Engineering, with proven leadership in managing multi-million-dollar projects and representing organizations at global forums
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification
Work History
Senior Energy Specialist
Royal Scientific Society (RSS)/ National Energy Research Centre (NERC)
01.2020 - Current
- Leading teams in cleantech project management, including assessments, tenders, supervision, and financing
- Developing strategic plans for sustainable development and energy transition aligned with SDGs
- Overseeing cleaner production, energy audits, environmental assessments, and international projects
- Performing financial modeling and feasibility studies for high-investment projects, considering sustainability objectives
- Providing expert assessments and recommendations for improving infrastructure and achieving energy efficiency goals
- Conducting business diagnostics for energy audits and resource efficiency solutions, offering innovative solutions
- Leading the development of PV and energy efficiency projects, ensuring technical feasibility and sustainability
- Overseeing feasibility studies for energy efficiency and renewable energy projects
- Mentoring and providing technical guidance to junior team members, conducting specialized training in renewable energy
- Providing infrastructure assessments and recommendations for energy efficiency improvements
- Assisting in developing and implementing policies and regulations for energy efficiency and renewable energy
- Conducting energy audits, assessing baselines, and performing detailed assessments for buildings and facilities
- - Conducting market analysis, stakeholder mapping, and developing local regulations to drive adoption of energy-efficient technologies, creating business opportunities
Energy Specialist
Royal Scientific Society (RSS)/ National Energy Research Centre (NERC)
01.2015 - 12.2019
- Guided cross-functional teams in planning and implementing multi-scale solar (PV) projects, including feasibility studies, site assessments, tender preparation, and contract development
- Administered third-party consultancy, overseeing financial offers, PV system installations, and compliance with global standards
- Conducted energy audits, load estimation, and performance analysis for on/off-grid renewable energy systems, proposing solutions to enhance efficiency and reduce fuel consumption
- Managed projects from planning to operations, coordinating with stakeholders, expanding networks, and drafting detailed documentation
- Provided technical consultancy and acted as Owner Representative, managing FIDIC contracts and evaluating proposals
- Designed and delivered custom training in renewable energy and energy efficiency, leading awareness initiatives with public and private organizations
- Participated in EU-funded research projects and represented RSS at national and international forums, advocating for SDGs, community engagement, and youth empowerment
Internship
University of Munich's Laboratory of Solar Technology
10.2013 - 03.2014
- Supportive work in the lab, focusing on practical tasks related to photovoltaic systems
- Enhance the visualization of photovoltaic systems through programming
- Conduct simulations to optimize self-consumption of solar energy, with a particular emphasis on typical energy consumption patterns
Education
M.Sc. - Environmental and Renewable Energy Engineering
German Jordanian University
Amman, Jordan 01.2018
B.Sc. - Energy Engineering
German Jordanian University
Amman, Jordan 01.2014
Skills
- Proficiency in tools: AutoCAD, PVsyst, RETSCREEN, Sketch-up, Microsoft Office
- Renewable Energy Project Management (PV, Wind, Hybrid Systems) Financial Modeling Energy Efficiency Audits
- Energy storage solutions Energy management Renewable energy systems Carbon footprint reduction
-Technical skills:
- Energy systems management Energy optimization Energy auditing Energy analysis
- Leadership & Mentorship project management skills Team work
- Stakeholder Collaboration & Policy Advocacy
- Soft Skills:
LNGG
Languages: English: Profissional | Arabic: Native
Certification
- Certified Measurements and verifications Professional (CMVP) Association of Energy Engineers (AEE), Dec.2024
- Certified Energy Manager (CEM) from the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE), April2021
- Certified Renewable Energy Professional (REP) - Association of Energy Engineers (AEE), May2021
- Certified RET-Screen Expert (CRE) by the Canadian Institute for Energy Training (CIET), Oct.2018
- Pan Arab Certified Energy Management Professionals "PA-CEMP" from the (RCREEE) -Arab region, August2018
Awards
- Won the "Energy Globe Award", the Global Sustainability Award, for the “The Public Schools Heating Project in Jordan" project, Oct.2021- Energy Globe Foundation.
- Won the "Energy Globe Award", the Global Sustainability Award, for the "Solar Water Pumping in the Jordan Valley and Highlands" project, June2020- Energy Globe Foundation.
- Awarded Al Hussein Award for Innovation and Excellence in Alternative Energy for the project Fostering Solar Technology in the Mediterranean Area", May2016
Conferences and Seminars
- Integration of combined cooling, heating, and power microgrids in buildings2023 |Seville, Spain
- Opportunities for Green Financing in Jordan2023 |Amman, Jordan
- Solar Quality Assurance and Digitalization2022|Amman, Jordan
- Symposium in Sustainable Development in Energy, Water and Environment2022|Amman, Jordan
- German-Jordanian Water-Hydrogen Dialogue2022|Amman, Jordan
- MENA Europe Future Energy Dialogue (MEFED)2022|Amman, Jordan
- World Water Week2019|Stockholm, Sweden
- World Science Forum (WSF)2017|Amman, Jordan
- International student energy summit2017|Merida, Mexico.
Training
- Advanced Measurement and Verification Training- Canadian Institute for Energy Training (CIET)
- Design of Distribution Substations- Engineers Training Centre-Jordanian Engineers Association (JEA).
- ISO9001:2015 – Quality Management System Requirements.
- Risk Management as per ISO31000:2018
- Basic Training Course on Leap - REEE JORDAN at Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources.
- Wind Technology and Systems Realizing a Wind Energy Project - CWEEL Jordan
- Workshop on Proposal Writing for H2020 EU Funding Opportunities (24 Hours)
Work Authorization
U.S. Green Card Holder – Eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
Timeline
Senior Energy Specialist
Royal Scientific Society (RSS)/ National Energy Research Centre (NERC)
01.2020 - Current
Energy Specialist
Royal Scientific Society (RSS)/ National Energy Research Centre (NERC)
01.2015 - 12.2019
Internship
University of Munich's Laboratory of Solar Technology
10.2013 - 03.2014
- Certified Measurements and verifications Professional (CMVP) Association of Energy Engineers (AEE), Dec.2024
- Certified Energy Manager (CEM) from the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE), April2021
- Certified Renewable Energy Professional (REP) - Association of Energy Engineers (AEE), May2021
- Certified RET-Screen Expert (CRE) by the Canadian Institute for Energy Training (CIET), Oct.2018
- Pan Arab Certified Energy Management Professionals "PA-CEMP" from the (RCREEE) -Arab region, August2018
M.Sc. - Environmental and Renewable Energy Engineering
German Jordanian University
B.Sc. - Energy Engineering
German Jordanian University
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