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Elmira Shahsavari

San Jose,CA

Summary

An Electrical Engineering graduate with a comprehensive understanding of power systems, instrumentation, and laboratory equipment. Choosing to enter the battery manufacturing industry upon my arrival in America, I possess a thorough theoretical and practical knowledge of batteries. My background has proven instrumental in effectively diagnosing and resolving production issues. I have a keen ability to recognize and prioritize team objectives, report on them, and contribute to the success of projects, helping the team and the company achieve their desired outcomes. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to learn .

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Engineering Technician , Cell Manufacturing

Tesla
08.2022 - Current
  • Reviewed processes, identifying areas that required improvement.
  • In the 6-month evaluations conducted by management, I successfully increased the yield by +0.2% by diligently identifying and correctly addressing errors during this period
  • Developed documentation, diagrams and specifications to meet project requirements and regulatory standards.
  • I am familiar with and proficient in writing MIs (Manufacturing Instructions).
  • Established project schedules and monitored tasks to meet milestones during each phase.
  • Collaborated with technologists to address operating issues, support rapid recovery and minimize service disruptions.
  • Conducted tests of units and components, recording results.
  • Completed root cause analysis, logged faults and prepared system reports.
  • Streamlined workflow within the team through effective communication and collaboration with engineers, technicians, and management.
  • Increased efficiency in engineering processes by implementing innovative troubleshooting techniques.

Production Associate

Tesla
02.2022 - 07.2022
  • Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
  • Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances.
  • Supported current production needs by moving items between equipment, conveyors and staging areas.
  • Monitored machinery in operation to identify concerns and make corrections or report complex problems.

Electrical Engineer

DG Gas Power Plant
10.2014 - 10.2018
  • Evaluated installed electrical equipment and systems to isolate faults and implement corrective actions.
  • Provided on-site engineering and technical services during installation and fielding processes.
  • Tested electromotor & LV Bus Bar,Function test electrical feeder
  • Monitored manufacturing operations of electrical devices for compliance with safety protocols.
  • Proposed electrical product and system modifications to improve quality and efficiency.
  • Identified specific cables, connectors, fuses, circuit breakers and other electrical devices required for installation of monitoring systems and weapons detection systems.
  • Performed maintenance procedures and repairs on existing electrical products and systems.
  • Reviewed drawings and technical diagrams of proposed circuits for viability and compliance.
  • Performed in-depth electrical acceptance testing of completed hardware
  • Resolved project operational problems to minimize delays and unexpected cost increases
  • Conducted analyses addressing issues such as failure, reliability or yield improvement
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems

Teaching Electrical Engineering

College
01.2015 - 07.2016
  • Designed course syllabus to allow students to plan for complex projects and learn course objectives.
  • Supported electrical engineering students in lab work as well as classroom lessons to demonstrate connections between theoretical and practical concepts.
  • Taught electrical engineering courses and conducted curriculum development, instruction and student needs assessment.
  • Assisted students in finding internships and other learning opportunities.
  • Supported students with questions about complex concepts during office hours.
  • Received consistent positive feedback on student reviews through official university surveys.

Engineering Expert

Trading Company
07.2013 - 09.2014
  • Estimated quantities and material costs during project planning to support budgeting and costing.
  • Monitored execution of contract work for compliance with design plans and specifications.
  • Managed quality assurance and laboratory testing for concreting operations.

Education

Master of Science - Electrical Engineering

Islamic Azad University
Bandar Abbas,Iran
10.2016

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering

Islamic Azad University
Shiraz,Iran
07.2013

Skills

  • Analysis system like JMP,SAS
  • MySQL
  • Battery Knowledge
  • Servo Drives
  • Circuits and Wiring
  • Manufacturing Operations
  • Power Systems
  • Automation
  • Programmable Logic Control Systems
  • Reading Schematics
  • Microsoft office(excel,word)
  • Materials Testing
  • Technical Analysis
  • Autodesk Inventor
  • SAP
  • Testing
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Electrical Transmission and Distribution
  • Knowledge of electrical

Certification

Programmable Logic Control Systems(PLC)

Network MCITP

Analysis & Design of Scientific & Research Issues with Matlab Software

Comprehensive Course of the Security System

GRE

TOFEL

Timeline

Engineering Technician , Cell Manufacturing

Tesla
08.2022 - Current

Production Associate

Tesla
02.2022 - 07.2022

Teaching Electrical Engineering

College
01.2015 - 07.2016

Electrical Engineer

DG Gas Power Plant
10.2014 - 10.2018

Engineering Expert

Trading Company
07.2013 - 09.2014

Master of Science - Electrical Engineering

Islamic Azad University

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering

Islamic Azad University
Elmira Shahsavari