معرفی
Erick C. Jones Jr. is an Assistant Professor in the Industrial, Manufacturing, and Systems Engineering Department at The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA), affiliated with the Resource and Energy Engineering program. His research focuses on the Sustainable and Efficient Allocation of Resources (SEAR Lab), addressing energy systems, infrastructure, and supply chains through analytical methods like mathematical optimization, simulation, and AI/ML. He holds a PhD in Operations Research and Industrial Engineering from UT Austin and has industry experience in oil and gas and HVAC sectors.
Education
- PhD, Operations Research and Industrial Engineering, The University of Texas at Austin (2021)
- MS, Operations Research and Industrial Engineering, The University of Texas at Austin (2019)
- BS, Chemical Engineering, Texas A&M University (2014)
Research Interests
His SEAR Lab combines analytics and rapid prototyping to develop sustainable technological systems. Key areas include energy systems (geothermal, microgrids), infrastructure resilience, critical mineral supply chains, and AI-driven logistics. Current projects involve repurposing EV batteries, modeling Texas power systems, and blockchain applications. Methodologies include GIS, LCA, TEA, and model-based systems engineering.
Awards & Recognition
- Mickey Leland Energy Fellow (2020)
- NSF INFEWS NRT Fellowship (2019)
- GEM Fellowship (2018)
Grants & Advising
He leads over $1.5M in grants, including NSF-funded projects on energy poverty and workforce development in EVs. Advises students on topics like RFID systems, microgrid integration, and GIS energy data analytics. Engages in service-learning initiatives to integrate sustainability into education and supports K-12 STEM outreach.
Labs & Teams
The SEAR Lab collaborates with interdisciplinary teams on prototyping EV battery reuse, geothermal potential evaluation, and carbon capture infrastructure. Partnerships include the City of Dallas, Metalcraft Inc., and Powerhouse Texas' Energy Policy Advisory Council.
