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Daya K. Chacko

Langley,Canada

Summary

Nanotechnologist with 12+ years of experience in synthesizing and characterizing advanced cathode and anode materials for energy storage devices. Demonstrated expertise in catalyst-coated membrane designs and project management, resulting in improved research efficiency and on-time project delivery. Strong data analysis and collaboration skills have contributed to significant advancements in fuel cell technology. Focused on driving innovation through effective teamwork and precise laboratory practices.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Research Scientist

Ballard Power Systems
12.2018 - 07.2025
  • Managing catalyst-coated membrane ink formulations, mixing, characterizations, and coatings for fuel cell applications.
  • Develops detailed research plans and schedules by project/program guidelines and protocols.
  • Performs detailed analyses of new materials/methods and commissions lab equipment.
  • Expertise with high and low shear homogenizers and mixers, Rheometers, particle analyzers, Keyence, SEM/EDX, XRF, centrifuge, TGA, etc.
  • Implemented 6S in labs and gave training and guidance to other employees, and managed university collaborators.
  • Worked on several innovation and research projects and heavily contributed to design transfers and scale-up activities.
  • Streamlined research processes to meet tight deadlines for multiple projects.

Research Technologist

Ballard Power Systems
09.2016 - 11.2018
  • Completed cathode and anode ink mixing and characterizations for several new materials and designs.
  • Developed a method for measuring hydrophobic materials for a particle size analyzer.
  • Highly experienced in handling and processing hazardous chemicals and maintaining detailed and accurate laboratory records and files.
  • Contributed to different research and university-collaborated projects and provided detailed data summaries for lab experiments.
  • Handled all troubleshooting tasks on malfunctioning lab equipment, working with manufacturers to resolve problems.
  • Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.

Manufacturing Production Technician

Ballard Power Systems
10.2015 - 09.2016
  • Completed mixing and characterization of high-volume cathode and anode ink batches for various products.
  • Prepared production documents such as standard operating procedures, manufacturing batch records, and inventory reports.
  • Inspected equipment and systems to identify issues, immediately reporting problems to repair technicians.
  • Transferred hazardous or non-hazardous waste materials to collection areas for disposal or recycling.

Research Assistant

Ministry Of New And Renewable Energy, India
08.2011 - 07.2013
  • Fabricated and characterized ultra-fine TiO2 nanofibers through the titanate route and used these fibers in photo catalysis and photovoltaics (RSC Adv., 2013, 3, 24858 – 24862)
  • Synthesized and characterized TiO2 mesoflowers via electrospinning for photocatalysis (RSC Adv., 2014, 4, 1421-1424)
  • Worked in synthesis and characterization of electro-spun TiO2 –Graphene composites for solar cells, Li-Ion batteries, and supercapacitors (RSC Adv., 2012, 2, 13032-13037, Dalton Trans., 2014 43(12):4830-4837).

Lecturer

Union Christian College,India
08.2008 - 08.2011
  • Taught different courses in each semester for undergraduate electronics students.
  • Supervised large groups of students in laboratories (analog and digital circuits, electronic communication, integrated circuit technology).

Education

M. Tech - Nanotechnology

M. Sc - Electronics

B. Sc - Physics

Skills

  • Project management
  • Laboratory techniques
  • Prototype development
  • 6S implementation in wet labs
  • Six Sigma & Lean manufacturing
  • PHA / TSA execution
  • Data analysis and technical report preparation
  • Collaboration and teamwork
  • Catalyst formulation

Certification

  • ASQ- certified Six Sigma Green belt, American Society for Quality
  • Short Course on Precision Coating and Drying, University of Minnesota
  • Certified Level 1 NRCAN national Non-destructive testing certification body of XRF operator

References

  • Julie Bellerive, Research Director, Ballard Power Systems, Burnaby, BC, julie.bellerive@ballard.com
  • Sima Ronasi, Team Lead, Ballard Power Systems, Burnaby, BC, sima.ronasi@ballard.com

Timeline

Research Scientist

Ballard Power Systems
12.2018 - 07.2025

Research Technologist

Ballard Power Systems
09.2016 - 11.2018

Manufacturing Production Technician

Ballard Power Systems
10.2015 - 09.2016

Research Assistant

Ministry Of New And Renewable Energy, India
08.2011 - 07.2013

Lecturer

Union Christian College,India
08.2008 - 08.2011

M. Tech - Nanotechnology

M. Sc - Electronics

B. Sc - Physics

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