Overview
Born in Catania in 1984, Fabio holds a master’s degree in Electronic Engineering with a specialization in Automation and Control of complex systems, as well as a PhD in Computer Science.
His research career began at the National Institute for Nuclear Physics (I.N.F.N.), where he was instrumental in the development and deployment of control boards and software systems for data acquisition and real-time monitoring. His work focused on gathering and processing data from hundreds of underwater optical and acoustic sensors, contributing to cutting-edge scientific research.
In 2010, Fabio transitioned into the energy sector, joining e-Distribuzione, Italy's primary Distribution System Operator (DSO). In this role, he managed key development projects for the medium and low voltage electrical grid. His responsibilities included analyzing and overseeing energy flow through data remotely acquired by smart systems and supporting the integration of distributed smart sensors in pioneering smart grid projects.
From 2014 to 2017, Fabio shifted his focus to renewable energy with Enel Green Power, working within the Global Control and Monitoring Systems Unit. Here, he led projects related to SCADA systems, the development of control and monitoring rooms, and the design and implementation of digital tools for operational and maintenance (O&M) teams.
In December 2016, Fabio was selected as a Fellow of Enel Foundation, where he conducts research at the intersection of technology, Big Data, Robotics, and Artificial Intelligence. His current fellowship research focuses on developing a groundbreaking approach to automate inspection and prognostics to optimize O&M activities. His vision is to define the "plant supervisor of the future" - an autonomous, intelligent system which leverage a fleet of heterogeneous robots to manage operational tasks in renewable power plants.
Since 2018, Fabio has also been a key figure in Enel's Global Digital Solutions Unit, where he serves as Digital Manager. He leads the company’s digital transformation initiatives, overseeing digital projects and platforms, and coordinating software development teams through both agile and waterfall methodologies.
As Digital Innovability Leader, he focused on converting innovative ideas into competitive solutions while exploring new business models that align with Enel's broader digital strategy.