Who is Behind Oneka Technologies?

Jean-Luc is a mechanical engineer with over 5 years of experience in design, product development, and field testing. He has played a crucial role in the sea trials of several buoys developed by Oneka, gaining solid hands-on expertise. While overseeing the IceCube team, Jean-Luc specializes in hydraulic pump design, structural validation, and production processes.

A graduate of the  École Centrale de Nantes in engineering, Elliot possesses a deep expertise in numerical modeling and ocean engineering. His strong educational background enables him to create models and simulations of wave-related systems, skills that he applies on a daily basis in his role at Oneka. His unwavering passion for sailing and the outdoors drives him to constantly push the boundaries, exploring new perspectives to enhance marine technologies.

Graduated in Mechanical Engineering in 2014, Gilbert possesses extensive expertise in operations and equipment management. With an excellent ability to motivate teams, he is a structured engineer with excellent planning skills. As the supervisor of the design team, he effectively coordinates the various stages of buoy development, ensuring their progress all the way to production.

With over 10 years of experience and a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Joel is a highly skilled engineer who excels in solving extremely complex problems. With a forward-thinking vision, Joel makes a significant contribution to the advancement of Oneka’s technologies through his work in management, design, and involvement in all stages of the development of our buoys and their subsystems.

With a degree in Industrial Engineering, Moise has developed and implemented a number of complex manufacturing processes on several sites in the automotive industry during his career. With his diversified experience, Moise joins the team with the aim of contributing to Oneka Technologies mission, as well as facilitating exchanges between the innovation and production teams.

After earning an engineering degree from ISEN-Toulon in France and a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Sherbrooke, Arnaud specialized in microelectronics, embedded software, telecommunications, and cloud infrastructure. He is now working on the design of computer systems for our buoys.

George graduated in Mechanical Engineering in New Zealand in 2015. After that, he enriched his career by participating in various projects, where he developed his skills in design, assembly and technical drawing. Thanks to this in-depth experience, he now oversees the teams working on the assembly of Oneka’s buoys.

Jeremy holds a technical diploma in logistics and has several years of experience in transportation management and procurement. Driven by the pursuit of efficient purchasing management processes, he is constantly seeking new problems to solve and processes to improve. As a buying manager, his goal is to develop mutually beneficial business relationships for both Oneka and its suppliers.

Nabil is an accomplished leader with many years working in project management, engineering, and offshore operations. He has a degree in mechanical engineering and a master’s degree in Offshore Technology, and has managed projects across various locations in South East Asia, Middle East, and Nova Scotia in the marine energy sector. His focus is to lead the deployment and execution of Oneka’s projects and to contribute in providing sustainable solutions.

In addition to his Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Yannick has several years of experience in R&D, during which he participated in the development of a variety of products. At Oneka, he designs various components for our buoys and carries out energy optimization calculations for their hydraulic systems.

Sana holds a Ph.D. in Separative Chemistry, Materials, and Processes, with over 10 years of experience in water treatment and desalination. Her extensive expertise in membrane materials and processes gives her a deep understanding of both technical issue management and prevention, as well as optimizing the energy efficiency of our systems.

With a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Benoit stands out for his creativity and ability to solve complex problems. With nearly 10 years of experience in the green technology field, he has designed unique mechanical processes and equipment to transform waste into clean fuels and green chemicals. He is now dedicated to the technological development of future generations of Oneka buoys.

Daniel O’Brien, with dual degrees in engineering from Dalhousie University and geography from Concordia University (focus on human-nature interactions and oceanography), brings a unique blend of expertise to our team. His prior experience in the ocean technology sector, combined with a strong commitment to environmental stewardship, drives his effective approach to strategic partnership building and grant management. His pragmatic approach ensures that our projects remain grounded and impactful. His ability to manage complex projects has been instrumental in advancing our initiatives, underscoring the valuable role he plays in our mission.

Abelkader is an experienced engineer with over 8 years’ experience in modeling and simulating the interactions between fluids, structures, heat and phase changes. His academic background includes a PhD in engineering, a master’s degree in modeling and simulation along with a degree in aeronautical engineering. His dedication to innovation, his commitment to ecology and his passion for meeting technical challenges make Oneka an ideal professional environment, where he draws his motivation on a daily basis.

Adrien graduated in engineering from the Ecole Centrale de Nantes and started his career in the automotive industry in France. The desire to change his environment pushed him to cross the Atlantic to enter a field looking toward the future. Passionate about embedded systems, he is responsible for the sensor instrumentation of our buoys.

Vincent holds a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering and has many years of experience as a designer, including in urban agriculture. Being passionate about sustainable development, he has a great interest in future technologies that will allow our society to become carbon neutral.

Jean began his career in the paper industry, where he gained expertise in chemical processes and production supervision. He later transitioned to the clean energy sector before becoming a vital member of Oneka Technologies. As the Operations Coordinator in Sherbrooke, Jean plays a central role in overseeing activities and being involved in testing at our global sites.

Graduate from École Centrale de Nantes, Serena is known for her acute sense of analysis. She brings her expertise to the development of various components and the design of the structure for the Glacier-class buoy. With her experience in analytical calculations, she greatly contributes to the success of her team and Oneka through her forward-thinking mindset and attention to detail.

Graduated from École Centrale de Nantes in France, Victor possesses extensive expertise in the field of design, covering a wide range of skills ranging from coding to hydraulics. At Oneka, Victor applies his know-how by designing various subsystems for our buoys, while ensuring their efficiency optimization.

Asaad completed a master degree in Hydrodynamics for Ocean Engineering and a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering. At Oneka, Asaad creates marine modelling simulations to optimize our buoys. His multidisciplinary skills helps him pursue his passion to solve engineering problems to make the world sustainable and greener.

After obtaining a Bachelor’s degree in automation and gaining various professional experiences in the transportation industry, Paul developed a strong interest in sustainable and environmentally friendly solutions. This interest led him to join Oneka, where he applies his skills in mechanical engineering, programming, and electronics to the continuous improvement of buoys and design methods.

A graduate of the University of Sherbrooke with a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Alex has a keen interest in technology and problem solving. His numerous trips around the world have allowed him to contemplate the magnificent landscapes that nature offers, which is where his desire to have an impact on its preservation was born. Oneka’s mission is aligned with his values, so he joined the electronics team and is in charge of designing and keeping Oneka’s buoy software solutions on the cutting edge.

Will is a mechanical design engineer from PEI who has joined the Oneka team to contribute to the development of innovative and emergent green technologies. Having graduated from Dalhousie University with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, he has gained experience in a variety of industries throughout the Maritimes. Will is responsible for the ongoing development of Oneka’s testing and design initiatives in Eastern Canada.

Hugo graduated from the University of Sherbrooke with a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering. His experience in mechanical conception for the industrial sector has enabled him to design, build and operate various test benches within the innovation team. His interest in clean technologies and sustainable engineering led him to join the Oneka Technologies team.

Tristan, an electrical engineering graduate from Cégep de Sherbrooke, has 2 years’ experience as an agricultural mechanic. His combined passion for mechanics and electronics has cultivated an analytical mind and problem-solving skills. As an electrical engineering technician, Tristan plays an essential role in Oneka’s key projects. For him, sharing his skills with a company that shares his values, notably the development of clean energy, is of paramount importance.

Jean-Louis has a degree in mechanical engineering and 5 years’ experience in the design of mechanically welded components. He is passionate about the environment and seeks to live in balance with nature. It was with great enthusiasm that he joined the Oneka team to make a concrete impact on the current climate crisis.

Jacob has a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Dalhousie University and has over eight years experience in the research and development of mechanical components for manufacturability, prototyping, and testing. Jacob has extensive practical ocean technology experience from sustainable Atlantic ocean fishing and employs this knowledge to further the design of Oneka’s buoys.

Mylène, holding a textile engineering degree, brings extensive experience in continuous process improvement and production oversight. Her dedication to environmental sustainability propels her excitement at Oneka, where she passionately contributes to delivering daily high-quality, sustainable products, fostering a greener future.

Jordan graduated from Dalhousie University with a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering and has dedicated his career to designing products for defence and ocean technology applications. A problem-solver by nature, he thrives on learning and embracing new challenges. With a profound passion for sustainability, Jordan aims to utilize his expertise to support Oneka in addressing the global freshwater crisis and expanding capabilities across Atlantic Canada.

In addition to a DEP in computer science, Toby has extensive experience in logistics in the manufacturing sector. Sharing the same values as the company, Toby is ready to put his acquired skills to good use and is highly motivated by the idea of contributing to Oneka’s mission.

Justin graduated from the Université de Sherbrooke with a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering. Justin has experience in mechanical design and energy efficiency. He is passionate about sustainable development and innovation. His interests and values motivated him to join the Oneka team and become an agent of change in the current environmental situation.

Nathan graduated from the Université de Sherbrooke with a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering. His interests in hydraulics, manufacturing and the environment motivated him to join the Oneka team as a mechanical designer, first as an intern and then as a graduate.

Cenen holds a vocational diploma in machining techniques, as well as two specializations in CNC programming and die-forging. He has over ten years’ experience in the manufacture of recreational vehicles, machining parts, and iechanicalnjection mold tooling. A lover of the environment, he finds himself in the ideal place to put all his skills to work for ONEKA, with the aim of helping to save our planet.

Samuel holds a technical degree and a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering. His career path has taken him through various facets of engineering, from design to project management, in companies in the biotech and automotive fields. At Oneka, he will use his rigor and analytical mind to develop the manufacturing side of the business.

Samuel holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in electrical engineering from the Université de Sherbrooke. Over the course of his career, he has developed solid expertise in embedded software development. Passionate about learning and finding innovative solutions, he naturally turned to the field of artificial intelligence during his graduate studies. Samuel joined Oneka to make a positive contribution to the environment by designing and developing innovative, sustainable products.

Certified commercial diver with 15 years of experience and thousands of dives under his belt, Marcos worked as a project leader in various maritime construction projects for 10 years. In addition to his professional interests, he is a passionate diver who loves the sea. It is precisely to reconcile his passion for diving with his commitment to the environment that he chose to join Oneka’s team.

As a certified USCG 25-ton Captain with several hundred hours on the water, Jesus is primarily responsible for maritime operations at our Florida site. With experience in various fields such as mechanics, carpentry, plumbing, and more, he manages maintenance and assists in the deployment of our buoys.

Antoine is a graduate in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Sherbrooke , with both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree under his belt. His sharp skills in mechanical system design are effectively utilized when providing support to field teams. Passionate about clean technologies, he aspires to develop innovative products that will have an impact on future generations.

Williams is an industrial mechanic by trade with 13 years of experience in desalination plants, assembly, and commissioning. Living in Chile, a country greatly affected by water scarcity, he is particularly motivated by Oneka’s mission, both personally and professionally.

Metallurgical engineer, with over 5 years’ experience in civil construction and in managing stocks of materials, equipment and tools, which have enabled him to develop technical and operational skills in their use and maintenance. Anibal is always committed to preserving the environment and is highly motivated to work as part of a team to generate new eco-sustainable alternatives.

With a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and a passion for water sustainability, Katie came to Quebec from the US to contribute to Oneka’s impact. After two years with the innovation design team, she was inspired to dive into a field service role where she is responsible for the installation, startup, and commissioning of Oneka’s buoys across the globe.

Ricky is a seasoned project professional with over 10 years of experience in project management in construction and environmental consulting. His experience, combined with his bachelor’s degree in geography and passion for sustainability have led him to Oneka where he executes on the startup of new sites internationally

Alvaro is a commercial diver and recreational diving instructor with 10 years of experience in the field. with a great passion for the sea, enthusiastic in his work and caring for the environment

Michael is a marine technician with a strong connection to the water, as he dives and fishes in his spare time. With a passion for clean energy and a background in manual labor such as mechanics and carpentry, Michael is more than motivated to contribute to Oneka’s mission.

David is a business administrator engineer, and studied a technical career as a mechanic. He has been working for almost 2 years in the water production field and also working with the reverse osmosis process. He is really enthusiastic about being part of the Oneka team. David loves the company’s values, and aims to respect the environment on a daily basis.