HI THERE I’m Stefano Crotti
SOFTWARE & SIMULATION ENGINEER
based in Reggio Emilia.

About Me

I am an avid technology enthusiast with a deep passion for computer science. My curiosity drives me to understand how things work and consistently seek ways to improve them. During my university years, I discovered the fascinating world of software simulation, an experience that influenced my decision to pursue a career in this field.

What captivates me about simulation is the ability to recreate a wide range of real-world systems and processes in a virtual environment. I meticulously study their characteristics or prototype new ones to predict their real-world behaviors. My attention to detail and determination guide me in the pursuit of the requested target, while my eagerness to continuously learn fuels my enthusiasm for taking on new challenges.

Teamwork is a fundamental aspect for me; I enjoy collaborating with other professionals to combine our skills and achieve excellent results. With a solution-oriented mindset and a passion for innovation, I am always ready to tackle new challenges and contribute to progress in the realms of technology and software simulation.

Thanks to my current position at E80 Group, I've the opportunity to explore, interact with, and consequently simulate a myriad of logistic solutions, robotic systems, AGVs, and automated warehouses.

To learn more about the technologies I'm currently simulating using FlexSim, feel free to check out the following HTML links: AGVs & LGVs, Storage Systems and High Density Warehouse Systems.

Hard Skills

  • Modeling and Simulation
  • LGV Systems
  • Supply Chain Management
  • ASRS
  • Discrete Event Simulation
  • FlexSim
  • FlexScript
  • Python
  • Data Analysis
  • Pandas
  • Data Visualization
  • Microsoft Office

Soft Skills

  • Problem Solving
  • Teamwork
  • Willingness to learn
  • Organization
  • Empathy

Work Experience

2018/07 - Present

E80 Group Spa - Viano, RE (IT)

Simulation Engineer @ System Analysis Team

My current main activities focus on:

  • Creating new features and architectural design for the SmartDesigner simulation library at E80 Group. SmartDesigner is a modular development environment built on FlexSim, a discrete event simulation software. This tool can virtually replicate the products and related logics of E80 Group. For more details on SmartDesigner, you can visit this link.
  • I am involved in creating and analyzing simulation models for logistic and production facilities, with a particular emphasis on projects requiring a high degree of automation and complexity.
  • Beyond simulation tasks, I actively contribute to training new technical hires within the team. Furthermore, I handle repository management and task creation for other developers, ensuring an efficient and collaborative work environment.
2022/09 - 2022/12

E80 Group Inc - Chicago, IL (US)

Simulation Engineer @ System Analysis Team

My responsibilities included:

  • Onboarding a new team member, offering support to the System Analysis Department at E80's US branch, and developing simulation models tailored for US customers.
2017/09 - 2018/07

OT Consulting Srl - Reggio Emilia, RE, (IT)

Junior Software Engineer

I was in charge of:

  • Developing the Business Management System (using Python) for a prominent company in the Fashion industry, including the associated business intelligence.
  • Implementing functionalities within the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system for an American multinational corporation.
2016/06 - 2017/08

LAC Consulting Srl - Reggio Emilia, RE, (IT)

Simulation Developer @ System Analysis Team

Among my key duties were:

  • Developing a software module to simulate an advanced automated warehouse (ASRS) for use within the Enterprise Dynamics 10 simulation software.
  • Creating simulation projects for industrial plants.

Latest personal works

FlexSim Daily Pill

FlexSimDailyPill is a daily newsletter whose aim is to encourage subscribers to learn one concept per day about FlexSim.

The Python app consists of a scraper that identifies all the topics from the online manual of FlexSim, a function to save these topics to an SQLite database, a function to select the daily topic to send to subscribers, and a function to send emails to interested users.

The email sent to users provides a brief description of the topic of the day, created using the ChatGPT API. Consequently, the email also includes a link to the website of FlexSim's manual, allowing the user to access the resources needed for a deeper exploration of the daily topic.