Omar Al Amer
Mechanical Engineering
State College,PA
Summary
Mechanical Engineering student at Penn State University and Schreyer Honors College Scholar sponsored by the KAUST Gifted Student Program (KGSP). Experienced in research on sustainable energy systems and high-speed flow experimentation. Recognized for strong leadership and collaboration across technical and student organizations, with a focus on applying analytical and problem-solving skills to engineering and innovation-driven challenges.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Undergraduate Researcher
Schreyer Honors College Thesis, Penn State University
09.2025 - Current
- Conducting an independent honors thesis on thermally regenerative ammonia batteries (TRABs) to advance sustainable electrochemical energy systems.
- Assembled and tested 10+ lab-scale electrochemical cells, performing diagnostic analyses including open-circuit voltage, polarization, and impedance spectroscopy.
- Collected and analyzed 50+ datasets to assess electrode composition and surface modification effects on battery efficiency and conductivity.
- Designed and optimized experimental procedures to establish material–performance correlations and support innovation in renewable electrochemical storage.
- Collaborating with faculty mentors to develop and validate protocols that contribute to next-generation sustainable energy technologies.
Undergraduate Research Intern
KAUST Summer Internship Program (KSIP), Clean Combustion Research Center
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Selected as the sole undergraduate intern in Dr. Aamir Farooq’s shock tube research group at KAUST.
- Designed, built, and operated a diaphragmless shock tube system for high-pressure, high-speed flow experimentation.
- Executed and analyzed 30+ shockwave tests, characterizing propagation in water and evaluating sterilization performance under varied thermodynamic conditions.
- Collaborated with graduate researchers on data acquisition and signal analysis to assess waveform reproducibility and biofilm disruption efficiency.
- Contributed to advancing sustainable, chemical-free ballast water treatment technologies for industrial and maritime applications.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Pennsylvania State University
State College, PA05.2027
Skills
Technical: SolidWorks, MATLAB, Onshape, Microsoft Office Suite
Analytical & Research: Data analysis, experimental design, technical documentation
Leadership & Management: Event coordination, strategic planning, team leadership
Communication: Public speaking, bilingual fluency in English and Arabic, cross-cultural collaboration
AWARDS AND HONORS
Scholar – KAUST Gifted Student Program (KGSP)
- Selected for a fully funded, merit-based scholarship awarded to top Saudi students pursuing STEM degrees in the United States. Recognized for academic excellence, leadership potential, and commitment to advancing Saudi Arabia’s scientific development.
Black Belt – Saudi Judo Federation & Ministry of Sport
- Earned official black belt certification and honors from the Saudi Judo Federation and Ministry of Sports. Represented the Saudi national Judo team in national and international competitions, demonstrating technical excellence, discipline, and sportsmanship.
Timeline
Undergraduate Researcher
Schreyer Honors College Thesis, Penn State University
09.2025 - Current
Undergraduate Research Intern
KAUST Summer Internship Program (KSIP), Clean Combustion Research Center
05.2025 - 08.2025
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Pennsylvania State University