Katelyn M. Shell, PhD
About Katelyn M. Shell, PhD
Katelyn M. Shell, PhD, is an Energy Storage Performance Engineer at Pine Gate Renewables in Asheville, North Carolina, where she has worked since 2021. She specializes in developing utility-scale battery energy storage systems and has a strong academic background in chemical engineering and chemistry.
Work at Pine Gate Renewables
Katelyn M. Shell serves as an Energy Storage Performance Engineer at Pine Gate Renewables, a position she has held since 2021. Based in Asheville, North Carolina, she focuses on developing utility-scale battery energy storage systems. Her work supports both photovoltaic coupled and standalone use cases, contributing to the advancement of clean energy initiatives in the United States.
Education and Expertise
Katelyn M. Shell has a robust educational background in engineering and chemistry. She earned an Associate of Science (A.S.) degree in Engineering from Virginia Western Community College from 2011 to 2015. She then pursued a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Chemical Engineering and Chemistry at Virginia Commonwealth University, completing her studies from 2015 to 2018. Katelyn further advanced her education by obtaining a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Chemical Engineering from 2018 to 2021, where she specialized in sustainable and renewable energy technology.
Background in Research and Development
During her graduate studies, Katelyn collaborated with the U.S. Department of Energy and various businesses in the renewable carbon sector. Her research focused on supercapacitors made from renewable biomass feedstock, highlighting her commitment to sustainable energy solutions. Prior to her current role, she worked as a Graduate Research Assistant at Virginia Commonwealth University from 2018 to 2021.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Pine Gate Renewables, Katelyn gained practical experience at Advance Auto Parts as a Team Member from 2013 to 2015. Additionally, she interned at Afton Chemical during her undergraduate studies, where she designed and implemented chemical processes for plant operations. These roles contributed to her comprehensive understanding of both engineering principles and practical applications in the industry.