Experience

  1. Modelling and Simulation Engineer

    Skydweller Aero

    Developed a robust simulation environment for solar-powered aircraft:

    • Built MATLAB/Simulink models of instrumentation and system dynamics.
    • Integrated generated code into a Concurrent SimWB Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) system.
    • Defined interfaces with software teams and authored system documentation.

  2. Research Engineer

    Garrett Advancing Motion

    Developed control algorithms and software tools for automotive applications:

    • Implemented a predictive power-split algorithm in MATLAB/Simulink to reduce hybrid fuel consumption.
    • Applied numerical optimization to improve control performance and efficiency.
    • Built a Python-based ML range estimator for battery electric vehicles.
    • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate solutions into vehicle systems.

Education

  1. PhD Learning and Control

    Scuola IMT Alti Studi Lucca
    PhD Student at the Dynamical Systems, Control, and Optimization (DYSCO) Research Unit at IMT School for Advanced Studies Lucca

  2. MSc Automation and Control Engineering

    Politecnico di Milano

    Final Grade: 110/110 with Honors

    Courses included:

    • Advanced and Multivariable Control
    • Constrained Numerical Optimization for Estimation and Control
    • Automation and Contro in Vehicles

  3. BSc Cibernetics Engineering

    Università degli Studi di Palermo
    Final Grade: 110/110 with Honors
Skills & Hobbies
Technical Skills
Python
Matlab and Simulink
Control Engineering
Hobbies
Reading
Swimming
Hiking