Nicole Politis
About Nicole Politis
Nicole Politis is a Manager of Product Development and Operations at SWTCH in Toronto, Ontario, where she has worked since 2020. She has a background in environmental engineering and has held various internships and positions in engineering and project management.
Current Role at SWTCH
Nicole Politis serves as the Manager of Product Development & Operations at SWTCH, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she oversees various aspects of product development and operational efficiency, contributing to the company's initiatives in the electric vehicle charging sector. Her work involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product offerings and streamline operations within the organization.
Previous Experience in Engineering
Prior to her current role, Nicole gained valuable experience through various internships in the engineering field. She worked as a Civil Engineering Intern at SLR Consulting in 2018 for four months, and as a Building Technology Engineering Intern at CanmetENERGY-Ottawa in 2019 for three months. Additionally, she served as a Stormwater Management Engineering Intern at SCS Consulting Group Ltd. in 2018 for three months. These positions allowed her to apply her engineering knowledge in practical settings.
Project Management Experience
Nicole held the position of Senior Project Manager at Warrior Home from 2017 to 2020. In this capacity, she managed multiple projects, ensuring they were completed on time and within budget. Her role involved coordinating with various stakeholders and overseeing project execution, which contributed to her expertise in project management within the construction and engineering sectors.
Educational Background in Engineering
Nicole Politis earned her Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) in Environmental Engineering from the University of Waterloo, completing her studies from 2015 to 2020. She also studied UX Design at Juno College of Technology for two months in 2021. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in engineering principles and design methodologies, which she applies in her current role.
Innovative Projects and Contributions
Nicole has independently developed a design and curriculum aimed at teaching Pikangikum First Nations students how to build solar thermal collectors. She has performed energy-saving calculations and economic analyses for energy efficiency programs in both residential and commercial sectors. Additionally, she conducted feasibility analyses of solar hot water systems for the Pikangikum community, showcasing her commitment to sustainable energy solutions.