Dr. François Pierrel
Managing Director at EnerTherm Engineering
Dr. François Pierrel is Managing Director of EnerTherm Engineering with over two decades of expertise in thermal design, heat transfer, and industrial energy optimisation. He holds a PhD in Heat Transfer from Cranfield University and a Post-Doctorate from Heriot-Watt University.
Over the past two decades, Dr. François Pierrel has helped transform industrial energy management by proving that smart thermal engineering doesn't just reduce emissions — it increases profitability.
As Managing Director of EnerTherm Engineering, he specialises in solving complex energy challenges that keep industrial facilities from reaching their sustainability goals. While others offer consulting reports, EnerTherm delivers complete engineering solutions that generate real ROI.
Clients typically see 30%+ energy cost reductions within the first year, with many achieving full payback on their investment in under 24 months.
Beyond the technical work, Dr. Pierrel is passionate about advancing the field of sustainable industrial engineering and mentoring the next generation of thermal engineers.
Post-Doctorate
Heat Transfer — Heriot-Watt University
PhD
Heat Transfer — Cranfield University
Managing Director
EnerTherm Engineering
Leading full-service industrial energy solutions: audits, data modelling, custom machine design, and energy-saving technology integration. Delivering measurable decarbonisation and net-zero outcomes for clients across 50+ industries.
Director
AAI Drones
Directing services sales and development for advanced 3D scanning, thermal imaging, solar panel optimisation, and gas emission scanning in partnership with EnerTherm Engineering.
Technical Director
EnerTherm Ltd
Responsible for technical development across food and mineral processing, manufacturing, nuclear, oil & gas, chemical, and waste management industries.
Energy & Sustainability Director
Flo-Mech Ltd
Developed the Flo-Therm incinerator range, managed sustainable technology registrations with ECA, and led energy optimisation projects for major blue-chip clients.
Senior R&D Project Manager
Baker Perkins
Managed a £1.7M development programme for best-in-class biscuit oven technology. Secured over £8M of food capital equipment through global consulting. Led R&D projects in IR/NIR heating and CAE integration.
Research Associate
Baker Perkins
Managed R&D team developing laboratory analysis for baked product quality. Led optimisation projects for industrial baking processes.
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