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Nduduzo Hlophe

@nduduzohlophe

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Physics researcher and PV maintenance technician focused on sustainable solutions in Africa.

Eswatini

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a role that combines high-energy physics research and computational analysis with renewable-energy systems, where I can build reliable test setups, apply machine learning, and grow into impactful science for Africa.

I’m a motivated Research Scholar working on the Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment, blending high-energy physics research with practical technical execution. I’m driven by the belief that “Science is not a luxury, it is a lifeline.”

At Brookhaven National Laboratory, I’m developing a high voltage test stand for DUNE high voltage cables and performing high voltage testing for argon detector connectors. I also do quality assurance in cryogenic electronics and analyze liquid argon ASIC chips using a robotic test stand and machine learning.

Alongside my research, I support education and technical capacity-building. As a Teaching Assistant for “Computational Physics & Solar Training,” I facilitated lectures and labs, mentored students in problem-solving and computational modeling, and delivered workshops on solar panel installation and maintenance.

My renewable-energy technical foundation comes from PV plant work and electrical systems training. As a Project Technician for PV plant maintenance, I upgraded controllers, configured data management for sunny portal, troubleshot electrical and communication problems, calibrated inverters and equipment, performed electrical safety testing, and supported energy forecasting using machine learning—skills I also used as a Trainee Technician installing solar energy systems.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Research Scholar - DUNE Experiment

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Brookhaven National Laboratory

Jul 2025 - Present (1 year)

Developing a high-voltage teststand for DUNE high-voltage cables and performing high-voltage testing for argon detector connectors. Conducting QA in cryogenic electronics and analyzing liquid-argon ASIC chips using a robotic teststand and machine learning.

DUNE High Voltage Cables High Voltage Cable Testing Argon Detector Connectors Liquid Argon ASIC Analysis Machine Learning

Teaching Assistant - Computational Physics

University of Eswatini

Mar 2025 - Present (1 year 4 months)

Facilitated lectures and labs emphasizing programming and physics simulations, and mentored students in problem-solving and computational modeling. Developed learning materials and delivered workshops on solar panel installation and maintenance with hands-on projects and safety guidance.

Computational Physics Programming Instruction Computational Models Student Mentoring Learning Materials Development Workshop Facilitation Renewable Energy Hands On Project Guidance

Project Technician - PV Maintenance

University of Eswatini

Jun 2024 - Present (2 years 1 month)

Supported PV plant maintenance by upgrading a cluster controller and configuring it with a data manager and Sunny Portal. Troubleshot and repaired electrical and communication issues, calibrated and maintained inverters, performed electrical safety testing, documented technical procedures, and conducted machine learning analysis for energy forecasting.

Plant Maintenance Sunny Portal Integration Inverter Calibration and Maintenance Electrical Testing Technical Documentation Energy Forecasting

Trainee Technician - Electrical Systems

Mahlalothini Electrical

Sep 2023 - Present (2 years 10 months)

Installed solar energy systems and supported the design, installation, and maintenance of electrical systems and equipment. Performed troubleshooting, calibration of electrical instruments, electrical safety testing, and documented technical procedures in line with electrical technologies and codes.

Electrical Systems Electrical Troubleshooting Equipment Calibration Electrical Testing Technical Documentation