Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
References
Hobbies and Interests
Certification
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Zeyad Farea

Zeyad Farea

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Summary

Renewable Energy Engineer with a Master's degree in Renewable Energy (2025) and hands-on experience in hydrogen systems, biogas integration, and sustainable energy modeling. Passionate about applying technical knowledge to real-world challenges and contributing to the energy transition. Known for a proactive mindset, adaptability, and a strong desire to keep learning and growing. Eager to join mission-driven teams where I can put my skills into practice and make a meaningful impact on sustainability goals.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Research Intern

University of Groningen
07.2024 - 02.2025

Thesis: Techno-Economic & LCA of Small-Scale Biogas Systems in Rural Yemen.

  • Designed fixed-dome digesters using local feedstocks and modeled energy outputs.
  • Simulated heat recovery systems for improved energy efficiency.
  • Assessed environmental and economic performance via LCA and cost metrics.

Energy Project Researcher

Hanze University of Applied Sciences
12.2023 - 01.2024

    Project: Hydrogen-Based Renewable Energy System for Groote Veen

    • Engineered an IRES integrating solar, wind, and hydrogen for off-grid applications.
    • Modeled energy flows and grid balancing strategies using MATLAB and Excel.
    • Delivered detailed performance reports for academic and industrial stakeholders.

Restaurant Team Member & Shift Coordinator

Donerix
12.2021 - 07.2023
    • Supervised operations in a fast-paced environment, managing teams of 5–10.
    • Gained leadership, time management, and communication skills under pressure.

Social Worker

Human Agency for Relief & Development
02.2016 - 07.2018
  • Organized about 40 shelters for war refugees
  • Supplied more than 150 displaced people with their needs
  • Educated about 100 refugee children, raising their interest in education and the future

Education

M.D. - European Master Of Renewable Energy

Hanze University of Applied Sciences
Groningen, GR
03.2025

BA - Petroleum Engineering

Hadhramaut University
09.2017

Skills

Technical & Soft Skills

  • Energy Modeling & Simulation: MATLAB, Aspen HYSYS, Excel
  • Renewable System Design: Solar PV, Wind, Hydrogen Storage, Biogas Digesters
  • Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) & Techno-Economic Analysis
  • Data Interpretation & Reporting
  • Team Coordination & Project Leadership
  • Project planning
  • Problem Solving & Research Agility
  • Resilience Under Pressure

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Dutch
Intermediate (B1)
Arabic
Proficient
C2

References

  • Dr. Folkert Faber, Associate Professor, Institute for life Science & Technology, Hanze University of Applied Sciences. f.faber@pl.hanze.nl. +31505954037.
  • Dr. Mazen Ahmed Muherei, Deputy dean for quality and insurance faculty of petroleum engineering, associate professor Dep. of petroleum Eng, Hadhramaut university. Moherey.mazen@gmail.com. +967 77 37 16035.

Hobbies and Interests

  • Volunteering work
  • Football
  • Traveling

Certification

  • Energy Academy Certificate (2023 – Present)
  • Global Hydrogen Course (2022 – 2023)
  • Salesforce Administrator & Certified Associate (2022 – Present)
  • Basic Elements of Safety Certification (2022 – Present)

Timeline

Research Intern

University of Groningen
07.2024 - 02.2025

Energy Project Researcher

Hanze University of Applied Sciences
12.2023 - 01.2024

Restaurant Team Member & Shift Coordinator

Donerix
12.2021 - 07.2023

Social Worker

Human Agency for Relief & Development
02.2016 - 07.2018

M.D. - European Master Of Renewable Energy

Hanze University of Applied Sciences

BA - Petroleum Engineering

Hadhramaut University
Zeyad Farea