Žilvinas

Žilvinas has been fascinated by technology since childhood – ever since the moment he got a hold of a soldering iron. His teachers later encouraged him to study electrical engineering. Having started his career in the Group as a technician, Žilvinas soon became Head Engineer, and now leads our Diagnostics Team at the Network Quality Assessment Department. Hailing from Panevėžys, Žilvinas is happy to have a meaningful job at a large organisation from his hometown.

Embracing Advanced Technologies

Today, he’s using not only digitisation, Lidar data, 3D models, and drones, but also artificial intelligence to better detect malfunctions of the electric grid. And this is only the beginning, as these technologies are incredibly flexible and developing at great speed. As part of its daily tasks, his team collects massive amounts of data that could have numerous uses in the future, especially when it comes to developing innovative solutions.

Educating and Inspiring New Talent

In addition to being responsible for the smooth functioning of our electric and gas networks, Žilvinas also teaches energy basics to both current and new employees, and provides students with the occasional introduction to Ignitis Group, the energy grid and its operating principles, as well as the nature and benefits of working in the energy sector.

Overcoming Public Speaking Fears and Learning Through Teaching

“I used to be wary of public speaking, but thanks to the inspiration given me by my former teachers, and feeling the support of my colleagues, I found myself in this area, too. Besides, teaching affords many opportunities to learn something new yourself. For instance, you may be lecturing on the latest technological developments, while some colleagues from legal tell you about the processes that lead to changes in law. This way, I leave the auditorium having not only transferred my own knowledge, but also gotten some of that back from my co-workers.”