Birger Pahl
About Birger Pahl
Birger Pahl is the Director of Research & Development at SPAN, where he leads a research group focused on home electrification technologies. With over 24 years of experience in various engineering fields, he has held significant roles at Eaton and the Bundeswehr, and has collaborated extensively on government-funded research projects.
Current Role at SPAN
Birger Pahl serves as the Director of Research & Development at SPAN, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for establishing a research group dedicated to developing technologies aimed at home electrification. His leadership involves overseeing multi-disciplinary teams and guiding research efforts that align with the company's objectives in the energy sector.
Education and Expertise
Birger Pahl has a strong educational background in electrical engineering. He studied at the Milwaukee School of Engineering for one year, focusing on Electrical Engineering. He also earned a Dipl.-Ing. in Electrical Engineering Communication Systems from Technische Hochschule Lübeck, where he studied for four years. Additionally, he completed graduate-level courses in Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee over three years.
Professional Background
Birger Pahl has over 24 years of experience in various fields including analog electronics, signal processing, power electronics, power distribution and protection, sensor technologies, and embedded systems. Prior to his current role at SPAN, he worked at Eaton in several capacities, including Senior Specialist Engineer and Lead Engineer, contributing to power systems technologies and research labs. His career also includes a tenure as a Navy Technician with the Bundeswehr in Germany.
Research Leadership and Collaboration
In his current role, Birger Pahl serves as a Principal Investigator, leading multi-disciplinary teams on government-funded research projects. He has a history of collaborating with academic institutions and national laboratories, enhancing the scope and impact of research initiatives. His experience in building partnerships is integral to advancing technology in the field of home electrification.
Previous Experience at Eaton
Birger Pahl's tenure at Eaton spanned several years and various roles. He worked as a Lead Engineer from 2003 to 2020, followed by positions as an Engineering Specialist and Senior Specialist Engineer. His work at Eaton involved significant contributions to power systems technologies and research, reflecting his extensive expertise in the field.