This is an online version of my CV. For a more portable version, you can download it as a PDF here. Some sections below (e.g. volunteering and hobbies) expand a bit beyond my PDF CV to give you an idea of what motivates me. Feel free to skip past those as you wish.

Ryan Gilmour CV

Personal Statement

I am a software engineer with 7+ years’ experience delivering software and data solutions across the energy sector. I am experienced in software design, machine learning, data engineering and energy systems modelling. I have a strong understanding of energy systems, with experience translating complex engineering problems into practical and scalable software solutions. I am a clear communicator with experience collaborating across technical teams, mentoring colleagues and presenting technical concepts to industry audiences.

Technical Skills

Software Engineering: Python, Git, CI/CD, Test Driven Development, Agile, REST APIs, Kafka

Data Engineering: SQL, Spark, Delta Lake, ETL, dimensional modelling

Cloud & Infrastructure: AWS (Glue, Lambda, Redshift, EC2, CloudFormation), Docker, Kubernetes

Employment

Hiko Energy Insights - Software Engineer, Energy Systems (June 2024 - Present)

Developing an energy insights platform used by eight New Zealand distribution network companies to manage their LV networks.

  • Designing and building ETL pipelines using data lake and dimensional modelling techniques, including daily ingestion of smart metering data from 250,000 meters using Spark.
  • Researching, designing and productionising a demand forecasting tool across all networks.
  • Innovating with network engineers on novel LV fault detection methodologies using data.
  • Designing and implementing APIs to support distributed generation planning use cases.
  • Acting as the key power systems engineering resource for technical design questions.
  • Mentoring colleagues to develop design, communication and software development skills.
  • Presenting at key industry conferences including on how to productionise Machine Learning.

GE Vernova - Solutions Specialist (Jan 2023 – May 2024)

Delivered highly available DERMS grid management software to utilities internationally as part of the Services Delivery team.

  • Defined agile working processes for a new 8-person Services Engineering team.
  • Led the technical delivery of a long-term vehicle-to-grid study for a major customer.
  • Trained forecasting machine learning algorithms to optimise for scalability and accuracy.
  • Developed custom Python microservices to integrate customer data with GE software.
  • Interfaced with the product team to influence development to support customer use cases.
  • Delivered workshops on renewables integration and data formats for energy modelling.

ZUoS Ltd. – Simulations Lead (Aug 2021 – Jan 2023)

Led the design and development of ZUoS Simulations, the company’s core software product for the design and optimisation of Smart Local Energy Systems to reach net zero.

  • Led the architectural design and product roadmap in collaboration with customers and the business steering group.
  • Co-developed the product’s core optimisation module alongside academic researchers.
  • Developed a probabilistic Monte Carlo simulation module and machine learning models for energy demand forecasting.
  • Led the technical delivery of projects with Distribution System Operators assessing the impact of heat pumps, EVs and battery storage on electricity networks.
  • Created digital twins of distribution networks using GIS and network planning data.
  • Provided technical demonstrations and consultancy support to network operators, generators and energy modelling consultants.

Scene Connect Ltd. – Electrical Engineer (Jan 2019 – Aug 2021)

Supported low-carbon transition projects through energy consultancy and R&D.

  • Performed grid connection studies and technical analysis for renewable energy projects.
  • Developed geospatial analyses and feasibility studies for low-carbon technologies.
  • Supported community energy projects and innovative R&D programmes.

Education

The University of Edinburgh (2014 – 2019)

M.Eng Electrical Engineering w/ Renewable Energy (Grade: 1st Class)

Volunteering

Volunteering is important to me. I find it rewarding to work with young people to teach them new skills, whether that is software/computing skills or outdoor skills.

Code Club Aotearoa (2024 - 2025): I help to run a weekly workshop which teaches young people (aged 8-12) basic programming using Scratch and micro:bits. See my blog here to find out more.

President at Engineering For Change (2018): Managing a student society promoting sustainable and humanitarian development locally and internationally. Notable projects included:

Scouts (2011-2014; 2018) I have volunteered over a number of years with the Scouts, working across the Beavers, Cubs and Scouts sections. I was a Scout myself and hope to become a leader again down the line.

Camp America (2015): I volunteered for a summer at a URJ camp working as part of a team of 6 to teach young people outdoor skills (e.g. open fire cooking, survival skills & most importantly campfire songs)

Hobbies

An insight into what keeps me busy outside of work. Feel free to skip.

Rock Climbing: I started climbing during university and in the past few years have re-affirmed my love for the sport and started to climb outdoors more regularly. Some of my best and most memorable days have been those climbing with friends. Some of which I have captured in my blog including Climbing the Moai and Climbing the Candlestick.

Hiking and Camping: I try to get on the hills as much as I can. I’ll happily take ‘type one’ fair weather walking or ‘type two’ Scottish weather hiking.

Cooking: When I have the time I love cooking. Roasted aubergine curry or banana bread are two go to highlights.

Travelling: I love travelling. I spent my exchange year during university in Singapore and managed to see a lot of South East Asia. I have some cognitive dissonance about travelling and climate change and I try to minimise my CO2 footprint when travelling. This means I’ve seen a lot of Scotland (where I am originally from) and New Zealand (where I currently live), and I’m learning to appreciate the slow lane. Previously going from Scotland to Europe has been made easier by having an employer on the brilliant climate perks scheme.