Victor Tapias

Profile Snapshot

Engineer with a proven track record delivering high‑impact transmission line and substation projects across LATAM, building autonomous robotic prototypes, and automating data workflows with Python. Passionate about leveraging technology to create resilient, smart energy systems.

Core Competencies

• ⚡ High‑Voltage Power Line Design (33–500 kV) & Power Flow Studies
• 🤖 Robotics Prototyping & Control (Arduino, Raspberry Pi)
• 📊 Data Analytics, Python Automation & Reporting
• 🛠️ Engineering Tools: PLS‑CADD, ATPDraw, XGS Lab, MATLAB, AutoCAD
• 🌐 Cloud & DevOps: GitHub, Codespaces, CI/CD

Selected Highlights

• 🚀 Doubled transmission capacity of power lines in extreme climates, recognised by clients like ISA & Transelec.
• 💡 Automated structure load reports in Python, cutting manual work by 50% and ensuring repeatable, auditable results.
• 🛰️ Built autonomous vehicle & drone prototypes from recycled materials, showcasing creativity and resourcefulness.
• 🏆 Contributed to GitHub's official gitignore repository; active open‑source collaborator.

Let’s Collaborate

Interested in advancing power infrastructure, robotics, or data‑driven engineering? Let’s connect.