Brady Swallowell, P.Eng.
About Brady Swallowell, P.Eng.
Brady Swallowell, P.Eng., is an Operations Specialist with a background in renewable energy engineering and management. He has experience in optimizing solar-battery projects and developing energy management systems, having worked at various organizations including Fraunhofer ISE and Smart Wires Inc.
Work at Intersect Power
Brady Swallowell serves as an Operations Specialist at Intersect Power, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on optimizing operations within the company, which is known for its commitment to renewable energy solutions. His responsibilities include enhancing the efficiency of energy management systems and supporting the integration of decentralized energy resources.
Previous Experience at Fraunhofer ISE
Brady Swallowell worked at Fraunhofer ISE in Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany, from 2017 to 2019. Initially, he served as a Research Analyst for 11 months, where he designed high-voltage containerized power electronics aimed at improving digital power flow control. He then transitioned to the role of Quantitative Research Analyst for one year, further contributing to research in renewable energy technologies.
Internship and Design Engineering at Smart Wires Inc.
Swallowell gained valuable experience at Smart Wires Inc. in Vancouver, British Columbia. He started as a Design Engineering Intern in 2020 for three months, where he contributed to engineering projects. He later returned to the company as a Design Engineer from 2021 to 2022, focusing on design and implementation tasks related to energy management systems.
Education and Expertise
Brady Swallowell holds a Master of Science in Renewable Energy Engineering and Management from The University of Freiburg, which he completed from 2016 to 2019. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from The University of Calgary, where he studied from 2007 to 2012. His educational background provides him with a strong foundation in engineering principles and renewable energy technologies.
Background in Sales and Engineering
Before his roles in renewable energy, Brady Swallowell worked as an Inside Sales Applications Engineer at Spartan Controls from 2012 to 2016. This position involved supporting sales efforts and engineering applications in the Calgary area. His diverse background in engineering and sales has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of both technical and market aspects of the energy sector.