
Jihan El Ouaragli
PhD, MEng
Staff Engineer
Areas of Expertise
United States
Dr. Jihan El Ouaragli is a staff engineer at Jensen Hughes, specializing in battery fire protection, including battery energy storage systems (BESS), battery storage and testing, micromobility, and electric vehicles (EVs). With a Ph.D. in Energy Storage from Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) and industry hands-on experience, she brings over 8 years of expertise in designing innovative battery solutions and ensuring the reliable and safe operation of critical battery technologies. She focuses on enhancing the fire and life safety measures of battery installations via hazard mitigation assessments and performance-based mitigation solutions.
She is actively involved in evolving safety codes and standards, battery research, and the development of testing protocols for various battery projects. She is a frequent presenter at a wide variety of industry events related to battery safety. Dr. Jihan's commitment to safeguarding lives and property through advanced fire protection solutions positions her as a leading expert in the field.
Education / Certifications
- PhD, Civil Engineering, Worcester Polytechnic Institute
- MEng, Civil Engineering, Ecole Mohammadia D’Ingenieures
- BEng, Civil Engineering, Ecole Mohammadia D’Ingenieures
- Member, Society of Fire Protection Engineers (SFPE)
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Blogs + Whitepapers
CE Marking vs. UL 9540: Understanding Global Safety and Compliance for BESS
Apr 29, 2025
CE marking alone isn’t enough for BESS safety compliance in North America. Learn the key differences between CE and UL 9540 certifications—and why both may be needed for global deployment under evolving regulations.
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Advancing Li-Ion BESS Safety: Limitations of UL9540A for Li-Ion BESS Hazard Analysis
Mar 26, 2024
Effectively mitigating fire hazards associated with Li-ion BESS requires addressing the current limitations of the UL 9540A certification program.