Zuleika Komyathy
Hawaii
Summary
M.S.-level engineer with 6+ years of experience in power systems, specializing in real-time energy scheduling and renewable energy integration. Skilled in optimizing grid performance and supporting CAISO EIM participation, contributing to improved energy balancing efficiency and operational reliability.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Electric System Real-Time Energy Scheduler II
Tucson Electric Power
Tucson
01.2021 - Current
- Managed real-time and hour-ahead energy scheduling, enhancing grid reliability and system balance
- Coordinated generation and transmission outages, minimizing service disruption and ensuring continuous operation
- Collaborated with regional utilities to ensure seamless interconnected grid operations
- Supported CAISO EIM participation, facilitating outage entries, load forecasting, and resource dispatch
- Improved scheduling efficiency and reduced energy mismatches through enhanced coordination processes
Production Quality Assistant Engineer
Tucson Precision Products
Tucson
01.2010 - 01.2014
- Identified and implemented process improvements that reduced production costs and increased product quality
- Led internal audits to ensure compliance with quality systems and regulatory requirements
- Performed QA/QC reviews of engineering documentation and manufacturing processes
- Applied Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Just-in-Time (JIT) methodologies
- Conducted quality analysis, inspections, and testing to ensure compliance with production standards
Project Engineer
Federal Commission of Electricity
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Managed engineering projects, ensuring adherence to scope, budget, and timeline constraints to deliver successful outcomes
- Oversaw QA/QC processes to verify project compliance with performance standards, enhancing overall project quality
- Contributed to renewable energy initiatives, including a project on coal, supporting transition to sustainable energy resources
Education
Ph.D. - Sustainable Energy Systems
University of Coimbra
12-2028
Master - Energy for Sustainability – Energy Systems & Policies
University of Coimbra
PortugalBachelor - Industrial and Systems Engineering
[University Name]
MexicoSkills
- CAISO EIM
- Grid Operations
- Energy Dispatch
- Load Balancing
- Demand Response
- Energy Generation
- Energy Storage
- Solar PV
- Microsoft Excel
- Six Sigma
- Lean Manufacturing
- QA/QC
Websites
Languages
Native, Professional, Professional
Professional Development
USA, 01/01/25, Present, Relocated within the United States while continuing advanced research in energy systems. Ongoing focus on renewable integration, energy optimization, and grid efficiency through Ph.D. research.
Timeline
Electric System Real-Time Energy Scheduler II
Tucson Electric Power
01.2021 - Current
Production Quality Assistant Engineer
Tucson Precision Products
01.2010 - 01.2014
Project Engineer
Federal Commission of Electricity
01.2008 - 01.2010
Ph.D. - Sustainable Energy Systems
University of Coimbra
Master - Energy for Sustainability – Energy Systems & Policies
University of Coimbra
Bachelor - Industrial and Systems Engineering
[University Name]