Ammar Shihabi
Summary
Detail-oriented Civil CAD Designer with experience in 2D drafting, blueprint development, and 3D modeling using AutoCAD and Civil 3D. Skilled in site development workflows including surfaces, alignments, grading, and technical documentation, with a strong ability to interpret drawings and maintain organized project records. Familiar with SolidWorks, structural analysis concepts, and Microsoft Office Suite. Brings strong problem-solving, communication, and project coordination abilities developed through fast-paced operational and event logistics environments. Recognized for adaptability, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively within team-oriented projects.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
STEM Instructor
STEMTree Education Center | Irvine, CA | 2023–2025
Irvine
02.2023 - 03.2025
- Instructed students in mathematics, science, robotics, and coding concepts in structured educational environments
- Enhanced communication, organization, and technical explanation skills through hands-on instruction, fostering student engagement and understanding
- Cultivated attention to detail and problem-solving abilities in students, preparing them for engineering and drafting workflows
- Streamlined lesson planning, documentation, and operational coordination to improve instructional delivery and student learning outcomes
Event Operations & Project Coordination
Events Company
Mission Viejo
04.2024 - Current
- Coordinated operational logistics for events exceeding 1,000 attendees, focusing on vendor layouts, scheduling, and execution
- Assisted with site planning and spatial organization, enhancing operational efficiency and attendee flow
- Managed coordination tasks under strict deadlines, ensuring organization and professionalism
- Maintained structured documentation systems, vendor tracking, and operational records
- Demonstrated leadership, adaptability, and communication in high-pressure environments
Education
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, CA12-2026
Skills
- Project coordination
- Event logistics
- Technical documentation
- Problem solving
- 2D Drafting & Blueprints
- AutoCAD
- 3D Modeling
- Civil 3D (Surfaces, Alignments, Grading)
- SolidWorks (Basic)
- Structural analysis
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Effective communication
- Microsoft Office Suite
Certification
- AutoCAD Certification (in process)
- Civil 3D Certification (in process)
- FE Civil Engineering Preparation Coursework
Project Experience
- Developing 2D drafting and blueprint creation skills through hands-on AutoCAD and Civil 3D training projects
- Learning site development workflows including grading, alignments, surfaces, and layout design concepts
- Practicing layer management, annotations, dimensions, scaling, and professional drafting standards
- Creating training-based schematic and layout drawings while improving technical drafting accuracy and organization
- Building familiarity with engineering drawings, construction documentation, and CAD production workflows
- Strengthening problem-solving and technical design skills through project-based CAD exercises and coursework
Timeline
Event Operations & Project Coordination
Events Company
04.2024 - Current
STEM Instructor
STEMTree Education Center | Irvine, CA | 2023–2025
02.2023 - 03.2025
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
California State University, Fullerton