Masterclass - Predictive Thermal Modelling of High-Performance Battery Systems in Motorsport
with Albert Ruiz
Trackside Performance & Energy Management Engineer at Andretti Formula E
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About the event
Join this FREE live masterclass to discover how predictive thermal models are developed and used to manage high-performance battery systems in motorsport, supporting critical decisions under the time pressure of race events.
In this session, Albert Ruiz, Trackside Performance & Energy Management Engineer at Andretti Formula E Team, will share practical insight into how engineers model and predict the thermal behaviour of batteries using real-world data and trackside methodologies. Albert will explain how key signals such as power profiles, energy usage, ambient conditions, and state of charge (SOC) are used to anticipate thermal risks, validate race strategies, and support decision-making before and during events.
Whether you are an engineering student, an aspiring performance engineer, or already working in the industry, this masterclass will give you a clear understanding of how battery thermal modelling is applied in one of the most demanding environments in modern motorsport.
About the speaker
Albert Ruiz Gracia
Trackside Performance & Energy Management Engineer at Andretti Formula E
Albert is a Trackside Performance & Energy Management Engineer at Andretti Formula E Team, working at the intersection of performance, energy optimisation, and battery management in one of motorsport’s most demanding environments. He holds a BSc in Mechanical Engineering from Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya and an MSc in Advanced Motorsport Mechatronics from Cranfield University.
He began his career as an R&D Automotive Engineer at Altran, gaining experience in vehicle development and engineering processes. He then moved into motorsport as a Performance and Strategy Engineer with ROKiT Venturi Racing, where he contributed to race strategy and energy management during his MSc thesis placement.
Since 2021, Albert has been part of Andretti Global, operating trackside in Formula E, where he focuses on energy management and performance optimisation, using data and predictive modelling to support race strategy and real-time decision-making under the pressures of a race weekend.
Quick Facts
- WHEN: Thursday, April 23rd 2026, 18:00 hrs (Central European Time)
- HOW: Live Teams Webinar - register to access the Teams registration form!
- WHO: Albert Ruiz Gracia
Agenda
- Welcome and introduction to the webinar (Juan Chavez)
- Speaker Introduction (Juan Chavez)
- Predictive Thermal Modelling of High-Performance Battery Systems in Motorsport (Albert Ruiz)
- Q&A
Featuring

Albert Ruiz Gracia
Trackside Performance & Energy Management at Andretti Formula E

Juan Chavez
Academic Coordinator
Motorsport Engineer
Albert has worked for the following teams and companies: