NGAbout Nickolas
Mechanical engineer and researcher with hands-on experience in divertor monoblock thermal simulations, high heat-flux component design, and multi-physics modeling.
Currently developing and validating innovative divertor tile geometries using thermo-hydraulic simulation tools under ITER-relevant conditions. Strong background in collaborative R&D, renewable energy systems, and advanced prototyping, with a growing focus on fusion engineering challenges. Proven ability to lead early-stage design, manage technical risk, and interface across disciplines.
Portifolio:
Portuguese
Native or bilingual
English
Fluent
Can work on-site
Bragança (up to 50km)
Experience
- INSTITUTO POLITÉCNICO DE BRAGANÇA (IPB)RESEARCH ENGINEERDecember 2024 - June 2025 (6 months)Braganza District, Portugal• Developed composite filaments for Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF) by reinforcing PLA (polylactic acid) with natural fibers (hemp and flax), targeting improved mechanical and thermal properties.• Performed fiber surface treatment (e.g., alkaline treatment) to enhance fiber–matrix adhesion and interfacial bonding in the PLA composite.• Conducted extrusion trials using single screw extruder, optimizing domains like temperature profile and screw speed to ensure filament homogeneity and dimensional stability.• Executed mechanical characterization and morphological analysis (visual) to evaluate performance metrics compared to neat PLA.• Investigated printability and layer adhesion during FFF processing, analyzing the influence of fiber loading on nozzle clogging, flow behavior, and surface finish.• In addition, a publication was made about the optimization of Optimization of Machining Parameters for the Fixed Pocket Cycle
- INSTITUTO POLITÉCNICO DE BRAGANÇA (IPB)RESEARCH ENGINEERFebruary 2024 - July 2024 (5 months)Braganza District, PortugalCellular beams research under fire conditionsConducted experimental research on the structural behavior of cellular steel beams under ambient and elevated temperatures, focusing on full-scale testing, tensile property evaluation, and residual stress analysis to support fire safety design improvements.• Conducted experimental investigations on the behavior of cellular steel beams under ambient and elevated temperature conditions, contributing to fire safety research in structural design.• Executed mechanical testing campaigns including full-scale beam tests and tensile tests for material property evaluation and residual stress determination.• Assisted in the design and setup of the experimental apparatus, monitored thermal loading protocols, and ensured accurate data acquisition under varying temperature levels and geometrical configurations (hole diameter, spacing, web height).• Performed data analysis and interpretation, identifying structural responses relevant to fire resistance performance.• Co-authored a scientific article currently under peer review, contributing to the discussion of experimental findings and their implications for structural design codes.
- AkerSolutionsPLANNING INTERNSHIPFebruary 2023 - September 2023 (7 months)Worked in the planning department at Aker Solutions (subsea division), optimizing procurement and production timelines through demand planning, supplier validation strategies, and automation of data flows via Excel macros integrated with SAP HANA ERP.• Worked in the planning department of Aker Solutions' subsea equipment manufacturing division, aligning procurement orders with production sequences to ensure just-in-time material availability throughout multi stage assembly processes.• Developed and implemented a contingency plan to address component demand growth, incorporating supplier capacity assessments, delivery forecasting, and supplier allocation strategies to mitigate future supply chain bottlenecks. Also contributed to a strategic plan to validate new suppliers to avoid possible lack of manufacturing components.• Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives by designing Excel VBA macros for automated data extraction, formatting, and reporting across multiple systems, significantly reducing manual work and increasing planning accuracy.• Integrated data pipelines between Excel tools and SAP HANA, ensuring live updates and synchronization of planning data with the company's ERP environment.
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Education
- COMPUTER TECHNICIANPONTIFÍCA UNIVERSIDADE CATÓLICA DO PARANÁ (PUCPR)2017COMPUTER TECHNICIAN
- Bachelor'sUNIVERSIDADE TECNOLÓGICA FEDERAL DO PARANÁ (UTFPR)2025Bachelor's