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Jack Clark

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Ocean engineer specializing in renewable energy and DevOps.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a collaborative environment focused on innovative renewable energy solutions, with opportunities for growth and impactful projects.

I am a dedicated ocean engineer with a strong focus on renewable energy and DevOps. My experience includes designing and analyzing floating offshore platforms for wind energy technology at the University of Maine, where I developed a model for simulating the CapEx and timeline of floating wind farms. I have a proven track record of utilizing advanced software tools such as ANSYS Fluent and OrcaFlex to enhance the efficiency of offshore wind turbine simulations.

Previously, I worked as a research engineer at The University of Maine Advanced Structure and Composites Center developing floating offshore wind turbine technology. Particularly, I supported the platform design team through data analytics, software design, and the use of advanced simulation tools. Prior to the university, I worked as a research scientist and programmer at Introspective Systems LLC, where I contributed to the development of innovative microgrid solutions. My role involved creating AI-driven simulation agents and integrating solar and battery storage into customized microgrids. I am passionate about advancing grid modernization and exploring new technologies in renewable energy, including ocean and terra based systems.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Research Engineer

University of Maine Advanced Structures and Composites Cente

Aug 2021 - Jun 2025 (3 years 10 months)

Designed and analyzed floating offshore platforms for the development of wind energy technology. Developed a model for simulating the CapEx and timeline of floating wind farms, including weather effects.

Orcaflex OpenDAP THREDDS High Performance Computing Mooring Technology Offshore Wind Data Processing Simulation Technical Documentation

Research Scientist and Programmer

Introspective Systems LLC

Jun 2018 - Jul 2021 (3 years 1 month)

Researched grid innovation and transactive energy for the development of advanced microgrids. Created modules for a proprietary transactive energy microgrid simulation, including AI-driven simulation agents.

Microgrid Simulation AI AWS

Engineering Intern in Software Development

Pacmar Technologies

Sep 2015 - Jan 2016 (4 months)

Performed verification and validation of Aegir, a proprietary CFD tool. Made improvements to the graphical user interface (GUI) to enhance usability and functionality.

CFDs Software Development Validation Engineering Software Testing Technical Documentation Problem Solving Data Analysis User Interface Design

Engineering Intern in Port Management

Puerto Ventanas S.A.

Mar 2015 - Jul 2015 (4 months)

Headed the effort for international environmental port certification. This involved coordinating with various stakeholders and ensuring compliance with environmental standards.

Port Management Compliance Stakeholder Management Environmental Regulations Data Collection Reporting Strategic Planning

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

The University of Rhode Island

MS Ocean Engineering, Ocean Engineering

2016 - 2018

Coursework included bio-inspiration, floating body dynamics, statistics, random processes, and estimation theory. Research focused on fluid structure interactions, streamlined body dynamics, CFD tools, and data assimilation.

The University of Rhode Island

BS Ocean Engineering & BA Spanish, Ocean Engineering & Spanish

2011 - 2016

Grade: Summa Cum Laude

Activities and societies: Attended The Pontifical Catholic University of Valparaiso Chile including a professional internship, 2014-2015.

Graduated Summa Cum Laude, recognized as a Dr. M & N Spaulding Scholar and Herman Paulann Sheets Scholar in Ocean Engineering, and a URI Centennial Scholar. Attended The Pontifical Catholic University of Valparaiso Chile, which included a professional internship.