Profile
Background
Pawel Dominik Nycz is a dynamic professional with a rich blend of profound technical expertise and exceptional interpersonal skills, fostering seamless collaboration. Holding a Ph.D. in Mechanical and Thermal Engineering from Loughborough University, he is honoured to be recognized as a Chartered Engineer by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers and a member of the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers.
His career spans roles as an experienced technical and sales project manager, leading end-to-end multimillion international HVAC projects while excelling in providing technical expertise and negotiation skills. Presently, he is focused on advancing high-temperature heat energy storage, transport, and recovery systems for industrial and space applications. Renowned for his expertise in renewable and conventional energy systems, project management, and technical proficiency, he has established an illustrious career in the fields of engineering and research, with a particular focus on pioneering solutions for sustainable energy.
With a Bachelor's Degree from the State University of Applied Science in Krosno and a Master of Science from Rzeszow Technical University, both in Poland, and a PhD in Renewable Energy Systems Technology from Loughborough University, coupled with a background in Mechanical Engineering, Pawel possesses a comprehensive understanding of both the theoretical and practical dimensions of energy generation, transport, and storage systems. His doctoral research focused on the design, modelling, and experimental characterization of a unique domestic-scale heat and power system, integrating high-temperature heat storage, Sodium Heat Pipes, and a free-piston Stirling Engine. This ground breaking work has significantly contributed to the advancement of renewable energy technologies.
Beyond academia, Pawel has co-founded Shifa Technologies, a pioneering venture specializing in non-electric, non-invasive medical devices, and has successfully managed multi-million HVAC projects at Rosenberg Ventilatoren GmbH. His accomplishments extend to excelling in sales, project management, and technical support roles within the industrial HVAC sector.
Pawel's expertise encompasses international and multidisciplinary project management, technical and sales negotiations, high-temperature heat transport, and Heat-to-Power conversion systems. Proficient in mechanical and fluid dynamics design and simulation, efficiency calculations, and modelling for heating, ventilation, and cooling systems, he has a proven track record in designing, simulating, and constructing state-of-the-art testing equipment for energy storage systems and technologies.
As a distinguished member of institutions such as the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), the Chartered Institution of Building and Service Engineers (CIBSE), and the Energy Research Accelerator (ERA), Pawel is deeply committed to addressing challenges related to energy efficiency and climate change. He actively participates in research and consultancy projects, including those focused on solar power, energy access, and grid stability.
Pawel's career trajectory seamlessly transitions from academic excellence to real-world application, and he continues to explore innovative avenues to shape a sustainable energy future.
Qualifications and awards
- Charted Engineer - Institution of Mechanical Engineers, IMechE (80466494) – 2022
- Member - Chartered Institution of Building and Service Engineers, CIBSE – 2021
- Member - Energy Research Accelerator, ERA – 2018
- Member - The Energy Institute – 2018