
Research Engineer
Alexander Catalinac
Department of Engineering Science and Biomedical Engineering
alexander.catalinac@auckland.ac.nz
Alexander is an experienced researcher and consultant with expertise in data science, mathematical modelling, and project management.
About
Alexander Catalinac (he/him) is a Research Engineer in the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Auckland. Alexander has an ME in Engineering Science, a BE (Hons) in Engineering Science, and a PGCert in Engineering Project Management from the University of Auckland. He has 3 years of experience working across the public and private sectors in the energy, health, and transport industries in New Zealand.
Professional Experience
2024 - Present
Research Engineer
University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
The work involves consulting on geothermal projects, collaborating with clients, and contributing to project management.
2023 - 2024
Senior Data Scientist
MRCagney, Auckland, New Zealand
The work involved consulting on transport projects, working with clients, and aligning with the strategy and values of the organisation.
2022 - 2023
Senior Data Scientist
Nicholson Consulting, Wellington, New Zealand
The work involved leading data consulting projects, developing client relationships, and contributing to the strategy and culture of the organisation.
2021 - 2022
Data Scientist
Nicholson Consulting, Wellington, New Zealand
The work involved leading data consulting projects, developing client relationships, and contributing to the strategy and culture of the organisation.
2020 - 2021
Software Engineer
University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
The work involved developing modelling software for automatic calibration and uncertainty quantification of natural geothermal systems.
2018 - 2019
Teaching Assistant
University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
The work involved assisting with tutoring students, invigilating and marking assessments, and developing courses.
Qualifications
2023
PGCert, Engineering Project Management
University of Auckland, New Zealand
2018 - 2020
ME, Engineering Science
University of Auckland, New Zealand
2014 - 2017
BE (Hons), Engineering Science
University of Auckland, New Zealand
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