Dries Van de Velde

Hi, I'mDries

Industrial Engineer

& Software Developer

Specializing in optimization of electrical household load profiles

Dries Van de Velde
Fresh Graduate

Master of Science

Industrial Engineering

ICT & Electronics

Graduated June 2025

Master's Research Focus

"Optimization of electrical household load profiles with dynamic pricing"

My thesis explores approaches to energy optimization, focusing on how smart household devices can intelligently adjust their energy consumption based on dynamic electricity pricing. This research contributes to making our energy grid more efficient and sustainable while reducing costs for consumers.

Smart Grid TechnologyEnergy OptimizationDynamic PricingSustainability

🎓 Education & Research

Master's in Industrial Engineering: ICT-EL

2023 - June 2025

KU Leuven

  • Specialization: ICT and Electronics, Smart Applications
  • Master's Thesis: "Optimizing electrical household load profiles with dynamic pricing" - Research into smart energy management systems and sustainable consumption patterns
  • Relevant courses: Optimization Techniques, Algorithms, Secure Software & Hacking, Artificial Intelligence

Bridging Program Industrial Engineering: ICT-EL

2021 - 2023

KU Leuven

  • Preparatory program for Master's in Industrial Engineering
  • Bridge between professional bachelor's and master's level studies
  • Focus on engineering fundamentals and advanced technical concepts

Professional Bachelor's in ICT-WEB

2018 - 2021

Odisee Gent

  • Focus: Web development and software engineering
  • Bachelor's Thesis: "Continuous Integration/Deployment"
  • Core courses: Software Engineering, Databases, Web Development, Networking (Cisco CCNA)
  • Comprehensive foundation in modern web technologies and development practices

Secondary Education: Electricity-Electronics

2012 - 2018

PTI Zottegem

  • Technical secondary education with focus on electrical engineering and electronics
  • Solid foundation in electrical systems, circuit design, and electronic components
  • Practical hands-on experience with industrial electrical systems

đŸŽ¯ Technical Expertise

⚡ Energy Systems & Optimization

  • Smart Grid Technology & Load Balancing
  • Dynamic Pricing Algorithms
  • Energy Consumption Optimization

đŸ’ģ Software Development

  • Python, Java, C#, C, Rust, CUDA
  • React, Vue, Laravel, JavaScript
  • MySQL, Firebase, REST APIs
  • Optimization Algorithms & AI

đŸ› ī¸ Technical Tools & Methods

  • Git, GitHub, Agile/Scrum
  • UI/UX Design with Figma
  • Data Analysis & Modeling
  • System Architecture Design

đŸ’ŧ Internships & Work Experience

đŸ’ģ Web Development Internship - WebAtvantage

2021
  • Development of web applications and websites
  • Professional development environment experience
  • Worked with modern web technologies and frameworks

đŸŠâ€â™‚ī¸ Lifeguard Student Job

Provincial Domain De Gavers (2017 - 2025)

City Swimming Pool Zottegem (2019 - 2022)

  • Lifeguard during holidays and weekends
  • Responsible for pool safety and supervision
  • First aid and CPR certified

🔧 Electronics Internship - Cmac Ronse

2018
  • Experience with industrial electronics
  • Maintenance and troubleshooting assistance
  • Exposure to industrial automation systems

🤝 Volunteering & Involvement

đŸ›ī¸ Board Member - FARAO VZW

2024 - Present
  • Focus on digitalization and modernization
  • Development of registration platform with real-time capacity management
  • Strategic planning for digital transformation

đŸŠâ€â™‚ī¸ Swimming Coach

FARAO VZW (2019 - Present)

Nautilus Geraardsbergen VZW (2016 - 2021)

  • Training swimmers of all ages and skill levels
  • Building confidence and promoting water safety

â„šī¸ Language Skills & Additional Information

🌍 Languages

  • đŸ‡ŗđŸ‡ą Dutch (Native)
  • đŸ‡Ŧ🇧 English (Advanced)
  • đŸ‡Ģ🇷 French (Intermediate)

🚗 Driver's Licenses

  • 🚙 B (car)
  • 🚜 G (agricultural vehicles)

🏆 Certifications

  • 🩹 First Aid & CPR Certified
  • đŸŠâ€â™‚ī¸ Swimming Instructor License