Andres Camilo Salazar Llinas, Ph.D.
About Andres Camilo Salazar Llinas, Ph.D.
Andres Camilo Salazar Llinas, Ph.D., serves as the Director of Power Electronics at SPAN. He has over ten years of experience in power converters and energy systems, with a strong academic background including a Ph.D. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering.
Current Role at SPAN
Andres Camilo Salazar Llinas serves as the Director of Power Electronics at SPAN, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he oversees the development and implementation of power electronics solutions. His responsibilities include leading a team focused on innovation in energy systems and power converters. Prior to this role, he was the Senior Manager of Power Electronics at SPAN starting in 2022, where he contributed to advancing the company's technology in energy management.
Previous Experience in Power Electronics
Before joining SPAN, Salazar Llinas held several significant positions in the power electronics sector. He worked at sonnen, Inc. from 2015 to 2022, where he progressed from Lead Controls Engineer R&D to Manager/Director of Power Electronics Development. His experience also includes a role as an Electrical Engineer R&D at Solarmax from 2013 to 2014 and as an Application Engineer at INP North America Inc. from 2011 to 2012. These roles contributed to his extensive knowledge in power converters and energy systems.
Educational Background
Andres Camilo Salazar Llinas has a strong educational foundation in electrical engineering. He earned his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the University of Georgia College of Engineering, completing his studies from 2016 to 2021. He also holds a Master of Science (M.S.) in Electrical Engineering from the University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez, obtained between 2008 and 2011. Additionally, he received a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Electronics Engineering from Universidad del Norte, where he studied from 2000 to 2006, and a Specialist degree in Project Management from the same institution in 2007.
Research Interests and Contributions
Salazar Llinas has research interests focused on nonlinear and optimal control for power converters and energy storage systems. He has authored peer-reviewed publications and book chapters, particularly on topics related to photovoltaic grid-tied inverters and battery storage systems. His academic contributions reflect his commitment to advancing knowledge in the field of electrical engineering.
Professional Recognition
Andres Camilo Salazar Llinas is recognized as an IEEE Senior Member, a designation that signifies a high level of professional achievement and acknowledgment in the electrical and electronics engineering community. This status reflects his contributions to the field and his active engagement in advancing engineering practices.