Jaâfar BERRADA
Carrières-sous-Poissy
Summary
Highly skilled and experienced professional in urban transport, mobility, and sustainable solutions, with a strong academic background in engineering and transport systems. Over 10 years of experience in strategic planning, smart city solutions, and techno-economic analysis of mobility services. Proven track record in EU-funded research projects and international collaborations. Fluent in English and French, with excellent communication and project management skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Director of the Domain “New Mobility Solutions and Shared Energies”
VEDECOM
2023.09 - Current
- Leading strategic initiatives in sustainable mobility and energy solutions
- Designing and overseeing 12 national and european research and development projects focused on smart city technologies and urban transport planning
Researcher Associate
Laboratoire Ville Mobilité Transport (LVMT)
2019.02 - Current
- Conducted research on the evaluation of autonomous shared mobility services through developing a multi-agent simulation
- Published multiple peer-reviewed articles on urban transport, autonomous vehicles, and smart city solutions
Team Leader - Project Management
VEDECOM
2019.01 - 2024.09
- Developed 2 comprehensive project plans, ensuring timely completion of tasks and delivering client satisfaction.
- Coordinated with 6 stakeholders to identify project requirements, aligning goals and expectations for successful results.
- Optimized resource allocation across 5 projects simultaneously without compromising quality or timeline adherence.
PhD Candidate and Research Engineer
VEDECOM & LVMT
2016.01 - 2019.01
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop a simulation tool for autonomous taxi services (VIPSim project)
- Conducted research on profitability and user acceptance of autonomous mobility services
- Presented research findings at conferences and workshops, contributing valuable insights to the broader scientific community.
Research Engineer
LVMT
2015.01 - 2016.01
- Worked on techno-economic modeling of public transport systems in Île-de-France
- Supported quantitative work with data sets.
Education
Ph.D. - Transport
Université Paris-Est
France 2016.01 - 2019.02
Master of Science - Transport and Sustainable Development
École Des Ponts ParisTech
France 2013.09 - 2014.12
Civil Engineering Degree -
École Hassania Des Travaux Publics (EHTP)
Morocco 2010.09 - 2013.09
Skills
Data analysis and modelling
Techno-economic analysis
Urban planning
EU projects
Stakeholder engagement
Publications and conferences
- Published numerous articles in high-impact journals such as Transportation Research Record, Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, and Transportation Research Part A: Policy and Practice.
- Presented at international conferences, including the Transportation Research Board (TRB) Annual Meeting and the European Transport Conference (ETC).
Certification
Discrete Choice Analysis Course, EPFL, 09/19
Key Projects And Achievements
- EU-Funded Research: Contributed to multiple EU-funded projects, including simulations and cost-benefit analyses of autonomous vehicles in urban settings.
- Smart City Solutions: Developed models for integrating autonomous vehicles, shared mobility, and electric charging infrastructure into urban transport systems.
- Strategic Planning: Conducted comprehensive evaluations of transport systems, focusing on resource and energy efficiency.
Timeline
Director of the Domain “New Mobility Solutions and Shared Energies”
VEDECOM
2023.09 - Current
Researcher Associate
Laboratoire Ville Mobilité Transport (LVMT)
2019.02 - Current
Team Leader - Project Management
VEDECOM
2019.01 - 2024.09
Ph.D. - Transport
Université Paris-Est
2016.01 - 2019.02
PhD Candidate and Research Engineer
VEDECOM & LVMT
2016.01 - 2019.01
Research Engineer
LVMT
2015.01 - 2016.01
Master of Science - Transport and Sustainable Development
École Des Ponts ParisTech
2013.09 - 2014.12
Civil Engineering Degree -
École Hassania Des Travaux Publics (EHTP)
2010.09 - 2013.09