Youssef Chehade
About Youssef Chehade
Youssef Chehade is a Validation Engineer at Northvolt, specializing in renewable energies. He has a diverse educational background in mechanical and energy engineering, along with experience in various engineering roles across Lebanon, Germany, and Sweden.
Work at Northvolt
Youssef Chehade currently serves as a Validation Engineer at Northvolt, a position he has held since 2022. His role focuses on ensuring the reliability and performance of battery systems, contributing to Northvolt's mission of creating sustainable battery solutions. Prior to this, he worked as a Validation Engineering Intern at the same company from 2021 to 2022, where he gained practical experience in the validation processes essential for battery development.
Education and Expertise
Youssef Chehade has a robust educational background in engineering. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Rafik Hariri University between 2016 and 2019. He furthered his studies by obtaining a Master of Science in Energy Engineering and Management from Instituto Superior Técnico in 2020 and another Master of Science in Energy Technology from Uppsala University in 2021. Additionally, he completed a Double Master Degree in Energy Technologies through EIT InnoEnergy from 2019 to 2021, which underscores his specialization in renewable energies.
Background
Youssef Chehade's early education was completed at Hariri High School II, where he studied General Sciences and achieved the Lebanese Baccalaureate from 2001 to 2016. His professional journey includes various internships and roles, such as a Mechanical Engineering Intern at IDEA sarl in 2019 and a Master Thesis Student at SALA-HEBY ENERGI ELNÄT AB in 2021. He also served as a Teaching Assistant at Rafik Hariri University and worked as a Research Intern at Deggendorf Institute of Technology in 2018.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Youssef Chehade has developed a strong interest in data analysis, energy markets, energy storage, power grids, and photovoltaic systems. His academic and professional experiences reflect his commitment to advancing in the field of renewable energy. His involvement in various engineering roles and internships has equipped him with practical skills and knowledge that contribute to his current work in validation engineering.