Simo Nurmi
Turku
Summary
A seasoned leader in business development, energy production and engineering design, I excel in strategic planning and team building, significantly enhancing productivity and business growth. My expertise in recruiting and strategy implementation has led to substantial revenue increases, showcasing my commitment to achieving and surpassing financial goals.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Development Director
Oilon Group Oy
Lahti
01.2021 - Current
- Applied change methodology in teamwork settings to boost overall productivity of workplace.
- Implemented and developed company's strategy with management team.
- Execute comprehensive financial reviews for major capital investments.
- I facilitate organizational growth and the achievement of business objectives through strategic thinking and analytical skills.
- Motivated team members to meet and exceed revenue objectives.
Teacher HVAC, Part-time
Turku University of Applied Sciences
Turku
01.2009 - 05.2024
- Maintained composure during student interactions to aid in their growth and development.
- Organized tutoring sessions to boost academic performance and comprehension.
- Prepared and graded subject tests for students.
- Leveraged educational software to boost classroom engagement.
Vice President, Engineering Design, Energy Production
LeaseGreen Suomi Oy
10.2017 - 01.2021
- Led design team; managed the energy efficiency and heat pump projects for a 25-member team.
- Collaborated effectively with contractors and industry suppliers.
- Created and implemented strategic plans to align with organizational vision.
- Hired, trained, and mentored staff members to maximize productivity.
- Developed long-range plans for business growth, resulting in increase in annual sales.
Development Director, Energy Production
LeaseGreen Suomi Oy
02.2017 - 10.2017
- I developed and launched the heat pump business, taking responsibility for recruitment and sales.
- Created and implemented strategic plans to align with organizational vision.
- Hired, trained, and mentored staff members to maximize productivity.
- Developed long-range plans for business growth, resulting in increase in annual sales.
CEO
Eneom Group Oy
09.2015 - 02.2017
- Company startup
- Heat pump system sales, business development.
- Hired, trained, and mentored staff members to maximize productivity.
- Developed long-range plans for business growth, resulting in increase in annual sales.
CEO
EneOpt Oy
02.2015 - 02.2017
- Company startup
- Energy efficiency and heat pump engineering expert services.
- Hired, trained, and mentored staff members to maximize productivity.
- Developed long-range plans for business growth, resulting in increase in annual sales.
Design Manager / Technical Analysis
Elomatic Oy
12.2012 - 01.2015
- Led team specializing in strength and computational fluid flow simulations.
- Managed a team of 12 spread across various locations in Finland.
- Led team development initiatives and streamlined business processes.
Leading Adviser, CFD-analysis / Technical Analysis
Elomatic Oy
02.2011 - 12.2012
- Computational fluid flow simulation team leader.
- The team was a size of 5 and located in several locations in Finland.
- Team and business development, recruiting, and sales were my main tasks.
- Developed long-range plans for business growth, resulting in increase in annual sales.
Product Manager, CFD
Process Flow Ltd Oy
11.2010 - 02.2011
- ANSYS-products, Software sales
Simulation Engineer
Process Flow Ltd Oy
01.2005 - 10.2010
- Conducted computational fluid dynamics simulations for industrial applications, and for pulp and paper machinery.
- Managed Metso Paper Oy as main customer.
Researcher
Lappeenranta University of Technology, Computational fluid mechanics laboratory
01.2004 - 12.2004
- Turbulence modeling in paper machine headbox vane structure
- Computer cluster development
- Laboratory assistant work and teaching modeling to students
Project Engineer
Metso Paper Oy
Turku
03.2000 - 12.2003
- Pulp and paper machine air systems design work in new builds and retrofit projects.
- Generated engineering documentation and oversaw design projects.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
Education
Ph.D. - Energy, Fluid Mechanics
Lappeenranta University of Technology
Lappeenranta, Finland12-2009
Teacher - Adult and vocational studies
Häme University of Applied Sciences
Hämeenlinna, Finland01.2008
Master of Science - Energy technology
Lappeenranta University of Technology
Lappeenranta, Finland08-2003
Bachelor of Science - HVAC and Energy technology
Satakunta University of Applied Sciences
Pori, Finland03-2000
Skills
- Recruiting
- Strategy implementation
- Strategic planning
- Proposal development
- Project management
- Board relations
- Corporate partnerships
- Oral and written communications
- Business development
- Financial goals
- Business leadership
- Team building
Publications
- Doctoral Thesis: Computational and Experimental Investigation of the Grooved Roll in Paper Machine Environment, 2009, http://urn.fi/URN:ISBN:978-952-214-891-9
- Comparison of aerodynamics between a smooth and grooved roll interacting with a rigid impermeable horizontal wall, Proceedings of Paper Making Research Symposium (PRS 2009), Kuopio, Finland, 2009
- Modeling grooved rolls with moving 2D porous media, Proceedings of 10th International Conference on Web Handling, Stillwater, Oklahoma USA, 2009
- Flotation and Aerodynamic Instability of Webs in a Dryer, ASME Heat Transfer / Fluids Engineering Summer Conference, Charlotte, North Carolina, USA, 2004
- M.Sc Thesis: Selluradan leijutus ja hallinta ilmakuivaimessa, Lappeenranta University of Technology, 2003
- A 2D FSI model for small deflections of fast paper webs moving in geometries containing nips and boundaries, Proceedings of Paper Making Research Symposium (PRS 2009), Kuopio, Finland, 2009
- Transient 2D Paper Web Drying Model Based on CFD, Proceedings of the Tenth International Conference on Web Handling (IWEB 2009), Stillwater, Oklahoma, 2009
- A 2D FSI Model for Paper Webs and Fabrics Moving Close to Each Other in Complex Geometries, Proceedings of the Tenth International Conference on Web Handling (IWEB 2009), Stillwater, Oklahoma, 2009
- Double Helix Mitral Annuloplasty System: A Comparative Flow Analysis, First IEEE Healthcare Technology Conference: Translational Engineering in Health & Medicine (IEEE HIC12), Houston, TX USA, 2012
- CFD in Environmental Engineering, Elomatic News, 2012
- Energiaremontti säästää euroja ja ympäristöä, TM rakennusmaailma, 01/2021, 2021
Hobbies and Interests
- Golf
- Hiking
- Downhill and cross country skiing
Affiliations
- Active board member 2023-2025 in Turku DI-Club (subsidiary of TEK)
- Active member in HHH - Turku Running Club
Languages
Finnish
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Swedish
Advanced (C1)
C1
French
Beginner
A1
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Development Director
Oilon Group Oy
01.2021 - Current
Vice President, Engineering Design, Energy Production
LeaseGreen Suomi Oy
10.2017 - 01.2021
Development Director, Energy Production
LeaseGreen Suomi Oy
02.2017 - 10.2017
CEO
Eneom Group Oy
09.2015 - 02.2017
CEO
EneOpt Oy
02.2015 - 02.2017
Design Manager / Technical Analysis
Elomatic Oy
12.2012 - 01.2015
Leading Adviser, CFD-analysis / Technical Analysis
Elomatic Oy
02.2011 - 12.2012
Product Manager, CFD
Process Flow Ltd Oy
11.2010 - 02.2011
Teacher HVAC, Part-time
Turku University of Applied Sciences
01.2009 - 05.2024
Simulation Engineer
Process Flow Ltd Oy
01.2005 - 10.2010
Researcher
Lappeenranta University of Technology, Computational fluid mechanics laboratory
01.2004 - 12.2004
Project Engineer
Metso Paper Oy
03.2000 - 12.2003
Ph.D. - Energy, Fluid Mechanics
Lappeenranta University of Technology
Teacher - Adult and vocational studies
Häme University of Applied Sciences
Master of Science - Energy technology
Lappeenranta University of Technology
Bachelor of Science - HVAC and Energy technology
Satakunta University of Applied Sciences
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