Energy Data Analyst & Energy Performance Modeler

YELDAR BADANOV

Vienna, Fairfax County, VA 571-***-****, *************@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Data-driven energy systems analyst with 8+ years of international experience quantifying, modeling, and reporting energy performance across 1,000+ buildings and industrial facilities in Kazakhstan, the UK, and the US. Skilled in large-scale data collection, diagnostic analysis, KPI development, and translating complex technical findings into actionable reports for executive and regulatory audiences. Currently completing an M.S. in Information Technology with a concentration in Data Management & Analytics. Seeking a Data Analyst role to apply proven analytical expertise, Python skills, and domain knowledge to deliver measurable business impact.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Energy Performance Data Analysis KPI Development & Reporting

Large-Scale Data Collection & Auditing Diagnostic Instrumentation & Tools

SQL & Python (in progress) AutoCAD & Technical Documentation

MS Excel & Office Suite Root Cause & Trend Analysis

Energy Modeling & Benchmarking Cross-Functional Stakeholder Reporting

Process Optimization Regulatory Compliance Documentation PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Energy Auditor & Analyst February 2020 – January 2022 Energy On Track LLP — Astana, Kazakhstan

Conducted comprehensive energy data analysis for industrial, commercial, and municipal clients across 50+ audit projects, developing data-driven efficiency recommendations that delivered significant, measurable utility savings. Authored 35+ detailed energy-saving measures by analyzing multi-source field datasets, quantifying projected savings of 5,000+ MWh of electricity and 10,000+ Gigacalories of thermal energy — equivalent to 4,000+ tons of conventional fuel. Executed power quality data collection and measurements at 100+ transformer substations ranging from 0.4 kV to 500 kV, identifying system inefficiencies and optimization opportunities from raw instrumentation data. Calculated and issued energy performance passports for 500+ buildings, establishing standardized consumption baselines for regulatory compliance and benchmarking.

Utilized PAT 2, Metrel, PowerView, Testo IR soft, and AutoCAD for data acquisition, processing, and visualization; synthesized all findings into structured technical reports using MS Office. Head of Energy Audit Department & Director of Production February 2022 – November 2022 ALTYN ENBEK LLP — Astana, Kazakhstan

Founded and led the energy audit service line, then promoted to oversee strategic production and client development leveraging audit data insights.

Built the audit department from the ground up, personally conducting and managing 20+ audits that identified energy savings equivalent to 2,000+ tons of conventional fuel.

Developed a library of 100+ standardized energy-saving programs with financial models demonstrating 5-year payback periods, directly supporting business development and client reporting. Integrated energy audit data insights into broader production strategies and directed the costing and commercial proposal process for major client projects.

Vienna, Fairfax County, VA 571-***-**** *************@*****.*** Technical Energy Auditor / Energy Management Specialist January 2015 – September 2016 Kazakhstan Center for Energy Saving and Efficiency Improvement LLP — Astana, Kazakhstan Executed large-scale national energy audit programs for industrial facilities and critical infrastructure, leading end-to-end data collection, analysis, and reporting.

Conducted comprehensive energy audits of 80 high-voltage electrical substations (total system capacity: 38,246 MVA) across Kazakhstan, identifying measures with projected savings exceeding 6,000 tons of conventional fuel. Analyzed building system data to calculate and issue formal energy performance passports for 750+ buildings, creating a standardized national database for efficiency tracking and regulatory compliance. Led full-cycle audit execution: on-site data collection with diagnostic equipment, software-based data processing, and authoring detailed technical reports with actionable client recommendations. Energy Engineer / Facility Infrastructure Specialist September 2016 – December 2017 KAZAKHTELECOM LLC — Astana, Kazakhstan

Ensured operational reliability and energy efficiency across a portfolio of 11 mission-critical telecommunications buildings. Managed and supervised UPS power systems for 11 mission-critical buildings; served as primary technical liaison with external electricity service providers to monitor reliability and resolve supply issues. Developed comprehensive electrical design documentation for major renovation projects and performed data-driven upgrades to distribution panels, wiring, and energy-efficient lighting systems. Engineered and managed installation of anti-icing systems for roof infrastructure across 3 buildings, applying technical calculations to prevent structural damage and reduce maintenance costs. Maintenance Technician Dec 2022 – May 2023 & Dec 2023 – May 2024 (1 year total) Haygrove LTD — Ledbury, United Kingdom

Managed reliability and performance monitoring for a large-scale horticultural energy and climate infrastructure. Conducted daily and weekly maintenance and performance optimization for 3 industrial biomass boilers (84 MWth combined capacity); collected and analyzed utility meter data (water, electricity, heat) to monitor efficiency and consumption trends. Performed technical and economic calculations for a feasibility study on solar panel power integration for site caravans. Managed greenhouse infrastructure across 10 structures including ventilation systems, 10+ km of piping/hose networks, and 360 m of glazing replacement.

Energy Auditor April 2014 – September 2014

Kaztonika NT LLP — Astana, Kazakhstan

Prepared energy performance passports for 50+ buildings and authored 15 detailed audit reports. Developed and calculated 30+ targeted energy-saving measures including projected cost and payback estimations. EDUCATION

Master of Science, Information Technology — Data Management & Analytics April 2025 – Present Washington University of Science and Technology, Alexandria, VA In Progress

Master of Technical Sciences — Power Engineering (6M071800) September 2014 – December 2015 Kazakh AgroTechnical University named after S. Seifullin, Astana, Kazakhstan GPA: 2.91

Bachelor of Science — Electroenergetics (5B071800) September 2010 – June 2014 Kazakh AgroTechnical University named after S. Seifullin, Astana, Kazakhstan GPA: 3.4

CERTIFICATIONS

Energy Auditor Certificate — Energy Saving and Energy Efficiency (#KZ90VWE00002111) Republican State Institution, Ministry of Industry and Infrastructure Development, Republic of Kazakhstan Introduction to Python (#CC-UEMBGQ52) — SoloLearn

Introduction to Cybersecurity — Cisco Networking Academy IELTS Academic — Score: 6.0

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Category Tools & Technologies

Data Analysis & Reporting MS Excel (Advanced), MS Office Suite, PowerView Diagnostic & Audit Tools PAT 2, Metrel, Testo IR soft, Manifold Gauges Design & Documentation AutoCAD, Technical Report Writing Programming Python (introductory), SQL (in progress via M.S. degree) Systems & Infrastructure BAS/BMS, UPS Systems, SCADA concepts, High-Voltage Substations Languages English (IELTS 6.0), Russian (fluent), Kazakh (native)

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