Jelmer Otten

Jelmer Otten has a diverse work experience starting in 2006. Jelmer began their career as a Teaching Assistant for Laboratory Courses at Rijksuniversiteit Groningen, where they worked from September 2007 to January 2010. Jelmer was also a member of the Promotional Team Mathematics and Natural Sciences at the university from January 2006 to August 2008.

In 2013, Jelmer worked as an R&D Chemist at Eputan Kunststoftechniek B.V. Jelmer was part of a team responsible for quality control, color development, customer care, and product development for synthetic floorings. Jelmer was involved in the development of new and existing products based on polyurethane or epoxy.

From 2014 to 2022, Jelmer worked at Frames, starting as a Sales Engineer and later taking on the role of Lead Estimator. As a Sales Engineer, they prepared quotations, determined sales strategies, and improved sales processes within the company. In their role as Lead Estimator, they ensured a common way of working with respect to cost estimation and helped to lower risk, increase competitiveness, and maximize profitability.

In 2021, Plug Power acquired Frames, and Jelmer transitioned to working at Plug Power as an Application Engineer. Jelmer supports the Plug Sales organization by providing technical expertise, project execution strategies, and cost estimation for electrolyzer containerized systems and complete electrolyzer plants.

Jelmer also had a role at Stichting Buitenlandse Excursies, where they were a member of the Organizational Board. Jelmer was responsible for organizing a study trip to California, including fundraising, arranging visits to universities and companies, and managing day-to-day operations during the trip.

Overall, Jelmer Otten has a strong background in engineering, project management, sales, and research and development.

Jelmer Otten completed their education in a chronological manner. Jelmer obtained a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Chemistry from the University of Groningen, attending from 2004 to 2008. Following this, they pursued a Master of Science (MSc) degree in Organic Chemistry at the same university, which they completed from 2008 to 2013. Jelmer also holds a certification in VCA-VOL, which they obtained in September 2014. There is no available information regarding Jelmer's education history at the University of Amsterdam.