KAID ALTATAH
Summary
Electrical Engineering graduate with hands-on experience in automotive electrical systems, test automation, and vehicle diagnostics across lab, prototype, and on-road environments. Proven ability to develop and execute tests, analyze data, and collaborate with cross-functional engineering and operations teams.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
System Integration Engineer
General Motors
07.2025 - Current
- Create and deploy battery cell test scripts using NI TestStand to support daily lab operations and engineering requests
- Build and standardize core test sequences across multiple test setups, reducing setup time by 60%
- Implemented chemistry-based automated cell limit logic, reducing operator error and lowering thermal-runaway risk
- Support the integration of new AVL battery test chambers, coordinating with operations, technicians, and cell engineers to enable safe and effective testing.
- Develop working knowledge of battery cells, chemistries, and lab infrastructure to execute tests accurately and in compliance with safety requirements
Electrical Hardware Intern
General Motors
05.2024 - 09.2024
- Identified potential safety hazards through virtual simulation on corrective steering angles on different surface types
- Identified bugs and created GIMS tickets for an internal application used to locate charging stations and charge EV
Prototype Launch Tech
Roush
12.2022 - 04.2024
- Diagnosed HV/LV electrical issues, performed chassis wiring rework, and supported prototype test equipment readiness
- Built and validated wire harness assemblies; performed vehicle software updates and validation testing
- Use CAN (Vector) tools to diagnose vehicle failures and understand the interaction between controls and hardware.
ADAS Technician
ARGO AI
04.2022 - 11.2022
- Deploy and maintain software for autonomous vehicle testing, operate and evaluate ADAS-equipped vehicles, and document issues for resolution
- Performed Target-Based Calibration for lidars, radar, and cameras on vehicle turntable
Mechatronic Systems Engineering Student
Magna Powertrain
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Flashed Transfer case control module for dyno testing; analyzed data to validate torque accuracy and supported technical documentation
Calibration Intern
Powertrain Solutions
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Performed powertrain testing, ECU software flashing, and data analysis using Python
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
U OF M Dearborn
Skills
- Vehicle diagnostics using OBD and CAN tools
- Electrical systems analysis and troubleshooting
- Proficient with tools such as MATLAB, Vector, Jira, Ford DET, CarSim, and FDRS
- Technical documentation and reporting
- Assembly of wire harnesses and test fixtures
- Data acquisition and processing
Timeline
System Integration Engineer
General Motors
07.2025 - Current
Electrical Hardware Intern
General Motors
05.2024 - 09.2024
Prototype Launch Tech
Roush
12.2022 - 04.2024
ADAS Technician
ARGO AI
04.2022 - 11.2022
Mechatronic Systems Engineering Student
Magna Powertrain
01.2022 - 04.2022
Calibration Intern
Powertrain Solutions
09.2021 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
U OF M Dearborn