About

Chris is an engineer and PhD candidate at the Australian National University, researching emerging technologies to decarbonise steelmaking using hydrogen plasma. He is passionate about engineering and about developing both technological and policy solutions to address the climate crisis.


Experience

Software Engineer - Nearmap

  • Jul 2020 - Sep 2023
  • Developed photogrammetry software.
  • Developed camera modelling tools using ray tracing.

Engineering Intern - Mission Systems

  • Dec 2019 - Jun 2020
  • Developed simulation tools for testing drones.

Education

PhD - The Australian National University

  • 2023 - Present
  • Doctor of Philosophy (Industrial Engineering)
  • Researching low-emission steelmaking using hydrogen plasma.
  • Google Scholar

Bachelor's - The University of Sydney

  • 2017 - 2020
  • Bachelor of Engineering Honours (Mechatronic Engineering) (Space Engineering)
  • Honours Class 1 and the University Medal

High School - The Scots College

  • 2016
  • Dux of the College
  • 99.90 ATAR

Skills

  • Software: C, C++, Python, Rust
  • Embedded: Microcontroller programming
  • Cloud: AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate

Awards

The Australian National University

  • ANU PhD Scholarship
  • Boswell Technologies HDR Award for Space Exploration (2024)
  • HILT-CRC Scholarship

The University of Sydney

  • University Medal
  • Outstanding Proficiency Prize in Senior Mechatronic Engineering
  • William and Jane Grahame Mechanical Engineering Scholarship
  • Sydney Scholars Award
  • Dean's Excellency Award

Contact

chris [at] cooper [dot] info, Linkedin, Github