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ALI AHMAD

Dubai,,United Arab Emirates

Summary

Sustainable and Renewable Energy Engineering graduate with hands-on experience in AI-integrated solar desalination, awarded first place at SEWA's national symposium. Proven ability to develop real-time digital twin solutions, contribute to clean energy R&D, and manage interdisciplinary energy projects. Adept in power systems, automation platforms, and technical tools like AutoCAD, MATLAB, and PLCs. Ready to join a forward-looking team to drive innovation in energy systems and environmental technology.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Engineering Intern

Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority, SEWA
Sharjah
05.2025 - 08.2025
  • Assisted engineers in studying feeder pillar and substation placements for residential and commercial projects, ensuring compliance with SEWA’s safety and reliability standards.
  • Performed cable sizing and estimation based on load demand and distances, applying practical formulas and verifying against SEWA’s design parameters.
  • Reviewed single line diagrams (SLDs) and participated in discussions on proper equipment selection, including cables, meter boxes, lugs, and glands.
  • Conducted site inspections with senior engineers to verify main distribution board (MDB) placement, insulation, fire-resistant doors, socket locations, and solar water heater wiring.
  • Gained exposure to practical safety systems, including fire alarm requirements, battery system checks, and transformer infrastructure.

Engineering Intern

Dubai Electricity & Water Authority, DEWA
Dubai
05.2024 - 07.2024
  • Gained multidisciplinary experience across DEWA's central power generation facilities and MBR Solar Park site, covering electrical, mechanical, and solar infrastructure.
  • Supported operation and maintenance of transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, and protection panels.
  • Assisted in motor servicing, cooling/lubrication systems, and vibration diagnostics.
  • Participated in generator and gas turbine inspection and preventive maintenance.
  • Conducted transformer oil testing and battery bank evaluations.
  • Exposed to automation systems: PLC, SCADA, DCS, and power plant control interfaces.
  • Analyzed inverter room operations and DC-to-AC conversion across solar buildings.
  • Gained hands-on insight into HVAC systems, Ring Main Units (RMUs), and UPS integration.
  • Strengthened technical understanding of solar grid integration and clean energy distribution.
  • Adhered to HSE compliance protocols throughout both sites.

Club Treasurer & Affairs Coordinator

University of Sharjah
Sharjah
09.2023 - 05.2025
  • Played a key role in organizing university-wide sustainability and renewable energy events.
  • Managed club finances with accuracy and transparency, ensuring timely reporting and budget control.
  • Led planning and execution of multiple student events, coordinating logistics, task assignments, and external communications.
  • Enhanced team coordination and public speaking skills through active engagement and collaboration with peers and faculty.
  • Acted as liaison between the club and university departments, improving negotiation and stakeholder management skills.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Renewable and Sustainable Energy Engineering

University of Sharjah
Sharjah
01.2021 - 05.2025

Skills

  • AutoCAD (2D)
  • MATLAB
  • Ansys
  • 3D Modeling
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Outlook)
  • Java
  • C
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Mendeley
  • Electrical Systems
  • Pneumatics & Hydraulics
  • CAD and CAM usage
  • Mechanical designing
  • Communication skills
  • Leadership

Accomplishments

  • 1st Place Winner – SEWA Innovation Symposium on AI & Digital Twin Applications, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
  • Designed a hybrid AI system combining a gray-box digital twin with a fine-tuned RAG-based chatbot to enhance solar desalination control. Achieved 85%+ forecasting accuracy for 20-minute system predictions using limited IoT sensor data. The chatbot could autonomously read technical PDFs and provide intelligent system responses. Recognized as the top project out of national submissions for innovation, scalability, and real-world energy impact.
  • 1st Place Winner – Undergraduate Research & Innovation Competition (URIC), Abu Dhabi University

    • Category: Sustainable & Renewable Energy

    Project Title: "AI-Augmented Solar Driven Direct Contact Membrane Desalination"

  • Designed an AI-enhanced solar desalination system utilizing direct contact membrane distillation.
  • Improved thermal efficiency and water output through intelligent predictive algorithms.
  • Awarded first place among top undergraduate research projects across the Middle East.

Languages

English
Fluent
Arabic
Native

Timeline

Engineering Intern

Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority, SEWA
05.2025 - 08.2025

Engineering Intern

Dubai Electricity & Water Authority, DEWA
05.2024 - 07.2024

Club Treasurer & Affairs Coordinator

University of Sharjah
09.2023 - 05.2025

Bachelor of Engineering - Renewable and Sustainable Energy Engineering

University of Sharjah
01.2021 - 05.2025

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