Basma Alhaj Yassin
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Dynamic mechanical engineer with expertise in design, testing, and troubleshooting, plus a strong background in tax compliance. Skilled at solving complex problems, optimizing outcomes, and delivering accurate results, with a focus on efficiency, compliance, and client satisfaction.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Tax Preparer
Khalifa Accounting
01.2024 - Current
- Managed client records and maintained secure data handling practices.
- Increased the number of clients served by 10%.
- Worked to find flaws in programming technology and implemented fixes.
- Created new processes to maximize profit.
- Identified and resolved software issues, improving workflow reliability.
Manager
GNC
09.2023 - 06.2025
- Managed inventory, shipping, sales, and customer service.
- Handled deliveries, storage, and product rotation.
- Trained store staff to ensure efficient operations.
- Implemented strategies to increase sales and customer satisfaction.
- Led team in achieving sales targets through effective training and development programs.
- Developed and implemented inventory management strategies to minimize stock discrepancies.
Tutor
University of Aleppo
01.2019 - 08.2023
- Instructed groups of first- and second-year students in subjects such as Engineering Drawing and SolidWorks.
- Advised students and assisted them with course selection.
- Developed personalized learning plans to enhance students' understanding of complex subjects.
- Facilitated engaging discussion sessions to foster critical thinking and academic growth.
Mechanical Engineer
Strategic Engineering Company
01.2022 - 08.2023
- Contributed to team projects, ensuring efficient collaboration and timely completion.
- Developed and implemented company improvements, resulting in a 6% profit increase.
- Coordinated between design and production teams to ensure consistent, high-quality products.
- Enforced strict adherence to OSHA safety guidelines.
Education
B.S. - Mechanical Engineering
University of Aleppo
Aleppo, Syria12-2023
Skills
- Proficient in SolidWorks, Ansys, Matlab, and Microsoft Office Suite
- Skilled in problem-solving, analytics, teamwork, collaboration, communication, leadership, and creativity
- Strong mathematical and physics foundation: Excellent understanding of mathematical modeling, algebra, calculus, statistics, classical mechanics, thermodynamics, electromagnetism, and materials science
- Organization skills
- Local, state, and federal tax returns
- Tax law knowledge
Accomplishments
- Completed more than 300 individual tax returns during each tax season.
- Increased company revenue 3% with contributions to mechanical design and drawing at SOLIDWORKS and other programs.
- Ensured products met requirements for Design for Manufacturing (DFM).
Certification
- First Aid – 2023
- Tax Preparer, H&R Block – 2023
- Personal Development Strategies, Shahaba Training Center (STC), (2020).
- SolidWorks (Advanced), Syrian Engineers Association – 2019
- Life Skills, UNDP & SEBC – 2015
- Electrical Wiring & Electrical Maintenance, UNDP & SEBC – 2015
Languages:
Fluent in English.
Fluent in Arabic.
Beginner in French.
Timeline
Tax Preparer
Khalifa Accounting
01.2024 - Current
Manager
GNC
09.2023 - 06.2025
Mechanical Engineer
Strategic Engineering Company
01.2022 - 08.2023
Tutor
University of Aleppo
01.2019 - 08.2023
B.S. - Mechanical Engineering
University of Aleppo