Tomás Andrade
Providencia
Summary
Civil Electrical Engineering and Physics student at the University of Chile with a solid foundation in both disciplines. Currently gaining first-hand experience in scientific research by applying numerical simulations to model physical phenomena. Experienced in technical data analysis within the energy industry and skilled at communicating complex concepts through academic teaching. Focused on using computational tools and analytical thinking to solve engineering and research challenges efficiently.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Engineering Research Intern
Center for Astrophysics and Associated Technologies (CATA)
Santiago, Chile
12.2025 - 03.2026
- Developed 2D simulations for neutron superfluid dynamics in neutron stars.
- Conducted a comprehensive review of academic literature on pulsar glitch mechanisms and quantum superfluidity in neutron stars.
- Reported progress on the research during weekly technical meetings.
- Executed performance tests on institutional compute clusters to identify software bottlenecks.
Electrical Engineering Intern
Colbún S.A.
Santiago, Chile
01.2025 - 02.2025
- Managed the collection, cleaning, and organization of complex technical datasets using advanced Excel functions to support electrical systems analysis.
- Developed dynamic dashboards and automated performance reports using Power BI to visualize key operational metrics.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Physics - Physics
Universidad De Chile
Santiago, Chile08-2027
Civil Electrical Engineering - Electrical Engineering
Universidad De Chile
Santiago, Chile08-2027
Skills
- Programming: Python for scientific modeling and implementation of numerical methods
- Data Analysis: Power BI, Microsoft Excel, and technical dataset management
- Electrical Engineering: Energy conversion systems modeling and power grid data analysis
- Technical Report Writing: Generating operational reports and technical research documentation
- Scientific Research: Comprehensive review of academic literature
- Collaborative Research: Working in multidisciplinary teams and communicating results in technical meetings
Languages
Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Teaching
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant | University of Chile
Course: Energy Conversion and Electrical Systems Autumn 2025 & Spring 2025
- Instructional Leadership: Conducted weekly exercise sessions for two consecutive terms, focusing on electrical machine modeling and power system analysis.
- Content Creation: Designed original problems for exams and quizzes, and developed comprehensive grading rubrics to ensure fair evaluation.
- Material Development: Prepared and curated diverse teaching materials, including study guides and solution sets.
- Student Engagement: Facilitated active participation and technical discussions during sessions to support the learning process of fellow engineering students.
- Academic Support: Managed student grades and provided administrative support to the head professor throughout the academic cycle.
Timeline
Engineering Research Intern
Center for Astrophysics and Associated Technologies (CATA)
12.2025 - 03.2026
Electrical Engineering Intern
Colbún S.A.
01.2025 - 02.2025
Bachelor of Science in Physics - Physics
Universidad De Chile
Civil Electrical Engineering - Electrical Engineering
Universidad De Chile