Open to work

Mostafa Fouda

MSc Energy & Environment from École Polytechnique. I work on data analysis, sustainability, and energy systems.

Based in Paris, France · Cairo, Egypt
Currently Eco-Design Consultant at Schneider Electric
Focus Eco-design · Energy systems · Data analysis
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About

I'm a Master's graduate from Institut Polytechnique de Paris with hands-on experience at Schneider Electric, specializing in data analysis, sustainability, and energy systems.

I've worked across multidisciplinary, international teams, analyzing complex data and coordinating with stakeholders. My work spans eco-design transformation, microgrid modeling, photovoltaic system design, and techno-economic optimization.

3.95/4.0 MSc GPA · École Polytechnique
18/20 Master's Thesis · Highest in Program
2 IEEE Publications
3 Languages Spoken
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Experience

May 2025 – Nov 2025 Grenoble, France

Eco-Design Transformation Consultant

Schneider Electric · Internship
  • Designed and implemented an integrated digital eco-design tool combining engineering, environmental, and product data to support data-driven decision-making in sustainable product development.
  • Analyzed global eco-design datasets to identify deployment gaps and implementation patterns, delivering the first structured assessment of eco-design maturity across the eco-design Center of Excellence (CoE).
  • Developed and integrated a prioritization framework within the tool to evaluate and rank decarbonization levers, enabling more efficient deployment across product R&D teams.
Data AnalysisEnergy EfficiencyEco-DesignSustainability
Dec 2024 – Apr 2025 Paris, France

Student Research Assistant

École Polytechnique
  • Studied degradation mechanisms in solar cells using AI and machine learning techniques.
  • Developed MPPT algorithms aimed at reducing solar cell hysteresis and improving performance.
Machine LearningData AnalysisPhotovoltaicsAnalytical Skills
Jun 2022 – Sep 2022 Cairo, Egypt

Solar Design Engineer

Elsewedy Electric T&D · Internship
  • Designed photovoltaic system sizing and configuration using load profile data and site conditions, incorporating technical and economic constraints to ensure feasibility and performance.
  • Developed an optimization algorithm to evaluate PV-only and PV–battery scenarios to determine optimal sizing and return on investment.
Electrical Power SystemsPower DistributionPV DesignOptimization
Oct 2021 – Jun 2022 Cairo, Egypt

Research Assistant

Renewable Energy Laboratory · Zewail City of Science and Technology
  • Conducted research on hybrid AC/DC microgrids integrating renewable generation and hydrogen storage.
  • Applied modeling and techno-economic analysis to evaluate system performance and efficiency.
  • Co-authored two IEEE conference publications (CPERE 2023).
Analytical SkillsElectrical EngineeringMicrogridsHydrogen StorageResearch
Mar 2021 – May 2021 Cairo, Egypt

Electrical Engineering Trainee

Siemens Energy
  • Worked on modeling converters and inverters at the Siemens Service Center.
  • Used MATLAB/Simulink to perform modeling and simulations of power electronic systems.
SimulinkPower ElectronicsMATLABModeling
Aug 2019 – Mar 2020 Cairo, Egypt

Business Team Leader

EURUS, Zewail City
  • Represented the team in fairs and exhibitions; planned and coordinated sponsorship activities.
  • Built and maintained relationships with media contacts and external stakeholders.
Presentation SkillsFundraisingStakeholder Relations
Apr 2019 – Nov 2019 Cairo, Egypt

Mechanical Engineer

Zewail City Racing Team
  • Designed and manufactured the braking system of an urban electric vehicle for the Electric Vehicle Rally (EVER) competition.
  • Built and assembled a hybrid-electric race vehicle for the Global Hybrid Electric Challenge Egypt 2019, finishing 2nd overall.
SOLIDWORKSMechanical EngineeringEV Design
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Education

Sep 2024 – Oct 2025 QS #41 globally · #1 in France

École Polytechnique

MSc, Energy Science and Technology

Research master's programme jointly offered by École Polytechnique and ENSTA, Institut Polytechnique de Paris.

GPA3.95 / 4.0
Thesis18 / 20, highest in program

Coursework: Smart Grids · Chemical Storage · Carbon Storage & Utilization · Power Electrical Engineering · Project Management

2017 – 2022

UST Zewail City of Science and Technology

BSc, Renewable Energy Engineering

GPA3.3 / 4.0

Focus: Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy Systems

Jul 2020 Certification

SolidWorks Certified Associate

Dassault Systèmes

Credential ID: C-4XLR3SHBJW

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Publications

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Skills & Tools

Core

  • Data Analysis
  • Techno-Economic Assessment
  • Energy Systems Modeling
  • Sustainability & Eco-Design
  • Carbon Emissions
  • Decarbonization Strategy

Software

  • MATLAB / Simulink
  • Python
  • Power BI
  • Excel (advanced)
  • HOMER
  • SolidWorks
  • ANSYS

Domains

  • Electrical Power Systems
  • Power Electronics
  • Microgrids & Storage
  • Photovoltaic Design
  • Machine Learning for Energy
  • Project Management

Languages

  • Arabic Native
  • English Fluent
  • French B1
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Honors & Awards

2022

Recognition Medal

Zewail City of Science and Technology. For contributions in extracurricular activities and dedicated service to the community.

2020

2nd Place, Electric Vehicle Rally Competition (EVER)

Zewail City Racing Team.

2019

3rd Place, Shell NX-Intilaaqah Competition

Entrepreneurship competition, Team Leader.

2019

2nd Place Overall, Global Hybrid Electric Challenge

EV Race & Overall, Zewail City Racing Team.

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Contact

Open to opportunities.

I'm open to roles in eco-design, sustainability, energy systems, and decarbonization. The fastest way to reach me is email or LinkedIn.

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