Ariana Watson
Valley Stream,NY
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Gas Distribution Engineering Intern
National Grid USA
Melville, NY
05.2025 - Current
- Improved operational workflows for gas distribution engineers by 5% by designing an automated surveillance and alerting system that replaced manual weather tracking with intelligent forecasting analytics to support Winter Leak Operations, a seasonal initiative that activates or suspends surveillance on cast iron gas mains based on weather risk profiles.
- Produced a technical communications deliverable on Cured-in-Place Lining (CIPL) for National Grid’s Big Works initiative to illustrate how CIPL extends cast iron main lifespan by 100+ years; translated infrastructure rehabilitation workflows into strategic content highlighting lifecycle cost advantages over full pipe replacement despite $8M annual net operating losses to support stakeholder alignment and capital planning decisions.
Founder
Arendo
Pittsburgh, United States
02.2025 - Current
- Leading development of Al-powered property management platform, streamlining tenant-landlord communication through smart contract analysis and centralized messaging system.
Biofuel Research
Self-Guided Research
New York, United States
11.2018 - 05.2024
- Conducted systematic algae sample collection and analysis for biodiesel extraction and quality assessment using Chlorella and Nannochloropsis.
- Developed an accessible biodiesel production process for individuals affected by harmful algal blooms.
Development Intern
FAM-In Savings
New York City Metropolitan Area, United States
07.2021 - 03.2023
- Designed and implemented user-centric financial literacy programs for diverse communities, increasing accessibility and engagement.
- Enhanced UI/UX elements to improve digital engagement, leading to higher user retention.
Intern
United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York
Central Islip, United States
09.2022 - 10.2022
- Collaborated with federal judges to analyze court proceedings and conducted strategic case analysis, contributing to a 3rd place in mock trial competition.
Education
BS - Mechanical Engineering
Carnegie Mellon University
Pittsburgh, PA05.2028
High School -
Lawrence Senior High School
Cedarhurst, NY06.2024
Skills
- Data visualization
- Project management
- Data analysis
- User experience design
- SolidWorks
- Advanced finite element analysis
- Python, C#, C
Accomplishments
2024 United States Presidential Scholar - 1 of 20 Finalists for the Career and Technical Education category for the highest honor in the nation for HS students.
HSF scholar - 1 of 10,00 finalists selected from a pool of 100,000. Has made strides in representing the Hispanic community.
National Grid Charging our Futures - 1 of 12 students selected for an internship + scholarship program designed for students who have made strides in energy innovation.
Certification
- LamdaTest Software Testing Professional Certificate, Jun 2025
- SS&C Blue Prism Robotic Process Automation Professional Certificate, Jun 2025
- Procore Construction Management Professional Certificate, Jun 2025
Timeline
Gas Distribution Engineering Intern
National Grid USA
05.2025 - Current
Founder
Arendo
02.2025 - Current
Intern
United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York
09.2022 - 10.2022
Development Intern
FAM-In Savings
07.2021 - 03.2023
Biofuel Research
Self-Guided Research
11.2018 - 05.2024
BS - Mechanical Engineering
Carnegie Mellon University
High School -
Lawrence Senior High School