Vanessa Garcia Flagg
About Vanessa Garcia Flagg
Vanessa Garcia Flagg is a Senior Process Engineer at Northvolt, where she has worked since 2022. She has extensive experience in process engineering and research, having previously held positions at Natron Energy, Panasonic Energy of North America, and InnovoSciences LLC.
Work at Northvolt
Vanessa Garcia Flagg has been employed at Northvolt as a Senior Process Engineer since 2022. In this role, she focuses on the development and optimization of processes related to battery manufacturing. Northvolt is known for its commitment to sustainable energy solutions, and Flagg's work contributes to the company's mission of producing environmentally friendly batteries.
Previous Experience in Energy Sector
Prior to her current position, Flagg worked at several notable companies in the energy sector. She was a Process Chemist at Natron Energy from 2017 to 2019, where she contributed to the development of energy storage solutions. She also served as a Process Engineer III at Panasonic Energy of North America for eight months in 2021-2022, and as a Cell & Process Engineering Supervisor at the same company for 11 months in 2022.
Education and Expertise
Vanessa Garcia Flagg earned her Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from the University of California, Davis, completing her studies from 2012 to 2016. Her academic background provided her with a strong foundation in chemical processes and materials science, which she has applied throughout her career in various engineering roles.
Research Experience
During her time at UC Davis, Flagg conducted research into fuel cell materials and efficiency under the supervision of Dr. Sangtae Kim. Additionally, she worked as a Research Assistant in the Department of Materials Science and as a Lab Assistant at the NMR Facility, gaining valuable hands-on experience in scientific research and laboratory techniques.
Interest in Alternative Energy
Flagg developed a keen interest in alternative energy while taking a sustainable technologies course abroad in South Korea. This experience has influenced her career path, leading her to focus on energy solutions that prioritize sustainability and innovation.