Paschalis Dompoudis

At my current company, we are also developing a cutting-edge web application aimed at enabling users to access Ansys tools directly through their web browsers. My primary focus lies in the backend development, where I'll contribute to automating the setup and execution of simulations using various Ansys softwares.

In my role as an Optics & Photonics Application Engineer, I conduct presentations, demos, and simulation test cases to aid sales efforts and contribute insights to consulting projects. Engaging with R&D engineers and managers, I showcase our offerings and train clients on simulation software like ANSYS Speos, Zemax, and Lumerical, ensuring optimal use of our tools.

In the Centre for Interdisciplinary Research and Innovation, I conducted a thesis on the characterization of a plasmo-photonic interferometric Mach-Zehnder biosensor, featuring a plasmonic Aluminum stripe at its sensing arm. The thesis involved extensive research on plasmonics, including a historical retrospection and the applications of plasmonics. I delved into the quality of surface plasmons, plasmonic waveguides, and plasmonic biosensors, with a particular focus on those based on the Mach-Zehnder interferometer. Through my research and experiments, I obtained valuable insights into the performance of the biosensor chips. I analyzed the outcomes of the measurements and drew conclusions about the effectiveness of the biosensor in detecting food contamination.

As an optical engineer, I had the opportunity to work on a small but challenging project where we designed a star tracker sensor for a satellite. My main responsibility was to design the optical system, which required careful consideration of various factors such as the sensor's field of view, image quality, and sensitivity to different wavelengths of light. Throughout the project, I was able to gain hands-on experience in designing and optimizing optical systems, as well as in working collaboratively with a team of engineers and technicians. Overall, working as an optical engineer in this project was a rewarding experience that allowed me to apply my academic knowledge to a practical problem and learn new skills that are highly valued in the industry.