Andris Piebalgs
About Andris Piebalgs
Andris Piebalgs is a Senior Process Optimization Engineer at Climeworks, specializing in enhancing operational efficiency in Direct Air Capture technology through mathematical modeling and data science.
Current Role at Climeworks
Andris Piebalgs is a Senior Process Optimization Engineer at Climeworks, a company based in Zurich, Switzerland. Since 2024, he has utilized his expertise to aid in the enhancement of operational efficiency within Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology. His work involves leveraging his extensive background in mathematical modeling and data science to advance the company's mission.
Previous Experience at Cognite
Between 2020 and 2024, Andris Piebalgs held several roles at Cognite, a company known for its work in the energy sector. He started as a Senior Data Scientist, moved on to become the Data Science Lead for Energy Production and Operations, and finally served as the Director of Technical Sales in the London Area, United Kingdom. Across these roles, Piebalgs was instrumental in driving data-driven solutions and improving operational efficiencies.
Engineering Roles at Wood
Before joining Cognite, Andris Piebalgs worked at Wood, a global engineering firm. From 2018 to 2020, he served as a Flow Assurance/Process Analytics Consultant, followed by a role as a Senior Engineer in 2020. His tenure at Wood in the London, United Kingdom, area focused on enhancing engineering processes and ensuring the smooth operation of engineering projects.
Academic Background and Early Research
Andris Piebalgs's academic journey is rooted in Imperial College London, where he earned both a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Chemical Engineering from 2013 to 2017 and a Master of Engineering (MEng) in Chemical Engineering from 2009 to 2013. During his time there, he also gained early research experience as an Undergraduate Research Assistant. His academic research laid the groundwork for his career in advanced data science and process optimization.
Short-Term Engagements and Fellowships
Throughout his career, Andris Piebalgs has engaged in several short-term roles and fellowships. In 2017, he was a Data Science Fellow at ASI Data Science, a Data Scientist at the University of Cambridge, and briefly a Postdoctoral Researcher at Imperial College London. He also worked as a Machine Learning Researcher at Fifty Media (Fifty Technology Ltd) and a Data Scientist at the University of Cambridge. These roles contributed to his broad expertise in data science and machine learning.