John Matthiesen
About John Matthiesen
John Matthiesen serves as the Senior Director of Smart Grid & Asset Management at Hatch, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in the energy sector, having held various leadership roles at companies such as WorleyParsons and Siemens Energy, and possesses a strong background in integrating advanced technologies into energy systems.
Current Role at Hatch
John Matthiesen serves as the Senior Director of Smart Grid & Asset Management at Hatch, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he focuses on integrating advanced technologies such as UAVs, IoT, and AI into microgrid controllers. His leadership in this area contributes to Hatch's commitment to innovative solutions in energy management and infrastructure development.
Previous Experience at WorleyParsons
Prior to his current role, Matthiesen worked at WorleyParsons in various capacities. He was the Director of Business Development Services for North America East from 2013 to 2015 and later held the position of Director of Business Performance Improvement for seven months in 2015. Additionally, he contributed to special projects at the company from 2014 to 2015, gaining extensive experience in business development and operational improvement.
Educational Background
Matthiesen holds an MBA in International Business from INSEAD, which he completed in 2008. He also earned a Bachelor of Applied Science in Mechanical Engineering with a Management Sciences Option from the University of Waterloo, studying from 1995 to 2000. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his roles in engineering and business development.
Expertise in Energy and Technology
John Matthiesen has significant expertise in integrating modern technologies into energy systems. His experience includes technical and commercial due diligence, CAPEX and OPEX budget development, and leading post-merger integration efforts. He has also been involved in offshore wind projects and has held responsibilities for profit and loss in various roles.
Career Development and Internships
Matthiesen's career began with internships in engineering roles at companies such as Bombardier, Messier-Dowty, and Pratt & Whitney Canada. These early experiences laid the groundwork for his later positions in the energy sector, including roles at Siemens Energy and Advisian, where he served as Vice President, Power & New Energy, Americas from 2016 to 2018.