Professional Summary
Experienced engineering leader with over 30 years of expertise in industrial systems design, power electronics, digital control systems, automation, and energy storage solutions. Proven track record of managing global engineering teams, driving innovation, and delivering complex technical projects. Adept at strategic planning, P&L management, and fostering high-performing engineering cultures.
Education
- Ph.D. in Technical Physics – University of Genoa & University "La Sapienza", Rome, 1996
Dissertation: Experimental studies in multiphase flow for industrial applications. - Master's in Electronic Engineering – University of Genoa, 1991
Thesis: DSP-based control architectures for robotics systems. - Diploma in Industrial Electronics – Technical Institute "G.Ferraris", Savona, 1985
Professional Experience
Hitachi Energy – Global Head of Center of Excellence for Engineering
2022 – Present
Leading global engineering strategy, standardization, and competency development across energy storage and power conversion projects. Coordinating innovation pipelines and cross-continental R&D collaborations.
Hitachi Energy – Local Solution Owner Europe
2020 – 2022
Defined system solutions for battery energy storage projects across Europe. Supported tendering, engineering, and commissioning, aligning technical architecture with business strategy.
Nidec ASI – Director of Operations & Site Manager
2015 – 2020
Managed a team of 70+ engineers and technicians. Oversaw industrial site operations and drove performance improvements across multiple engineering disciplines and project deliveries.
Nidec ASI – Head of Electrical Systems Department
2013 – 2015
Directed all aspects of LV/MV power system engineering. Led international project execution for large automation and drive systems in the energy and manufacturing sectors.
Nidec ASI – Manager, LV Electrical Engineering Office
2005 – 2013
Coordinated low-voltage engineering teams and electrical CAD standardization. Contributed to modernization of large industrial control systems.
Bombardier Transportation – Deputy Manager, Electrical Systems
2003 – 2005
Supported engineering development and testing of train propulsion systems. Worked on safety-critical control functions and compliance verification.
Ansaldo Sistemi Industriali – MV Drive Control Engineering
1996 – 2003
Designed and tested control systems for medium-voltage drive applications. Worked with PLCs, DSPs, and SCADA for real-time control and monitoring in steel, marine, and process industries.
Languages
- Italian: Mother tongue
- English: Fluent (technical and business)
Professional Associations
- Senior Member, IEEE – Industry Applications Society, Industrial Electronics Society
- Registered Engineer, Ordine degli Ingegneri di Genova (Italy)
- Contributor to IEEE Working Groups on Energy Storage and Smart Grid Standards
Patents
Title: Sistema e metodo per l’alimentazione di un percorso ferroviario
Date: 02/02/2017
Inventors: C.Brocca, G.F.Massa, E.Soressi
Publications & Presentations
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View Full Publications List Download Full CV (PDF)- T.Ghiara, M.Marchesoni, P.Segarich, E.Soressi: "AC robotics motor drive performances in a Digital Signal Processing environment: a critical analysis", IECON 1992, San Diego, USA, 9-13 November 1992.
- P.Firpo, M.Marchesoni, G.Rossi, P.Segarich, E.Soressi: "High performances stand-alone multiprocessor architecture for robotics oriented applications", ANIPLA-AUTOMAZIONE 1992, Genoa, Italy, 16-18 November 1992.
- M.Marchesoni, P.Segarich, E.Soressi: "A simple approach to flux and speed observation in induction motor drives", IECON 1994, Bologna, Italy, 6-8 November 1994.
- G.Guglielmini, A.Lorenzi, E.Soressi: "Indagine sperimentale sul flusso bifase orizzontale attraverso bruschi restringimenti di sezione", XIII Congresso Nazionale sulla Trasmissione del Calore, UIT, Bologna, Italy, 22-23 June 1995.
- M.Marchesoni, G.Sciutto, P.Segarich, E.Soressi, A.Taffone: "High computational power and great interfacing capability for electric drives control: A new surface mount DSP based system", MELECON 1996, Bari, Italy, 13-16 May 1996.
- G.Guglielmini, E.Soressi: "Experimental data of two phase pressure drop across sudden area contractions in horizontal flow", Fifth International Conference Multiphase Flow in Industrial Plant, Amalfi, Italy, 26-27 September 1996.
- M.Fossa, C.Pisoni, E.Soressi: "A conductance probe for measuring the local void fraction in two phase gas-liquid flows", Fifth International Conference Multiphase Flow in Industrial Plant, Amalfi, Italy, 26-27 September 1996.
- M.Marchesoni, P.Segarich, E.Soressi: "A simple approach to flux and speed observation in induction motor drives", IEEE Transactions on Industrial Electronics, vol.44, pp.528-535, August 1997.
- E.Cosatto, E.Soressi: "Cycloconverter applications in metal industry", AISE Conference on AC Drive Technology, Nashville, TN, USA, 19-21 April 1999.
- C.Bacigalupo, M.Marchesoni, P.Segarich, E.Soressi: "A Synchronous motor drive with great speed accuracy and high dynamic range for rolling mill applications", EPE 2001, Graz, Austria, 27-29 August 2001.
- M.Marchesoni, P.Segarich, E.Soressi: "Voltage balancing in neutral point clamped active rectifiers based on current harmonic distortion", EPE 2003, Toulouse, France, 2-4 September 2003.
- M.Marchesoni, P.Segarich, E.Soressi: "A new control strategy for neutral point clamped active rectifiers", IEEE Transactions on Industrial Electronics, vol.52, pp.462-470, April 2005.
- E.Soressi: “Introduction in safety rules EN954-1, EN13849 and EN62061”, IET 5° International Conference on Safety Systems, Manchester, UK, 18-20 October 2010.
- E.Soressi: “A new computer assisted development system for automation hardware”, Ansaldo Sistemi Industriali's Technology Matters, Italy, May 2011.
- E.Soressi: “Introduction of Safety Rule IEC EN62061 in Metal Industry”, 7th Conference on Automation Science and Engineering (CASE), Trieste, Italy, 24 August 2011.
- E.Soressi: “Sistema di Sviluppo per Hardware di Automazione”, Impiantistica Italiana - La rivista di ANIMP, December 2011.
- E.Soressi: “New Life for old compound motors in industrial applications?”, IEEE PEDES 2012, Bengaluru, India, 16-19 December 2012.
- C. Fapanni, G.Tornielli, E.Soressi: “Revamping of Blast Furnace Automation System”, AITISM 2014, Ranchi, India, February 2014.
- F.Consonno, M.Giordano, P.Grisolia, G.Mantovani, G.Tornielli, E.Soressi: “Case Study: Restoration of a Blast Furnace Stoves Safety Automation”, ISIE 2014, Istanbul, Turkey, June 2014.
- Roberto Aresi, Andrea Bonfiglio, Daniele Mestriner, Giampiero Pace, Paola Pongiglione, Ernesto Soressi: “Soft-Start Capabilities of Battery Energy Storage Systems: Simulative Analysis of an Applicative Test-Case”, MELECON 2022, Palermo, Italy, 14-16 June 2022.
- P.Linggi, H.Bitaraf, G.Sadhana S, N.Vezzini, E.Soressi: “Towards Energy Transition with Battery Energy Storage System at AEW in Switzerland”, Hybrid Power Plants & Systems Workshop, Azores, Portugal, 14-15 May 2024.
- Takashi Usami, Hamideh Bitaraf, Ernesto Soressi: “Business Cases for Energy Storage Project at Distribution Level Participating in European Electricity Markets with Example of Real Projects”, CIGRE 2024, Paris, France.