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Walid Alsharafi

Walid Alsharafi

Boston

Summary

Skilled electrical engineer with background in designing, developing, and testing electrical equipment. Experience includes working on complex projects involving power systems and electronic devices, ensuring safety and efficiency. Strengths include analytical problem-solving, team collaboration, and adaptability to new technologies. Contributed to improving system performance and reducing operational costs through innovative engineering solutions.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Maintenance/Beginner Technician

Toyota
Acton
01.2023 - 09.2023
  • Electrical Diagnostics & Troubleshooting: Conducted detailed wiring inspections with multimeters; effectively identified shorts and continuity issues, significantly improving diagnostic accuracy.
  • Electro-Mechanical Skills: Executed precision electro-mechanical assembly and disassembly tasks, enhancing reliability across diverse automotive systems.
  • Customer Communication: Enhanced customer satisfaction scores by 7% through clear explanations of vehicle diagnostics and solutions.
  • Team Collaboration: Streamlined workflow processes collaboratively, resulting in an 8% improvement in service turnaround times.
  • Automotive Repairs: Performed basic diagnostics and repairs, ensuring vehicles returned promptly to optimal working conditions.

Software Engineering Intern

TraceLink
North Reading
06.2022 - 09.2022
  • Agile Software Development: Actively participated in daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and team meetings, contributing to agile processes and significantly improving software workflows and overall productivity.
  • Architectural Contributions: Collaborated closely with senior engineers, providing architectural insights for web applications utilizing relational and NoSQL databases, cloud services, and information security practices, enhancing overall system reliability.
  • Technical Mastery: Completed advanced coursework in modern computer architecture, directly applying acquired knowledge to improve software efficiency and drive high-quality outcomes.
  • Project Development: Worked within a collaborative team environment to build and refine multiple projects using C++ programming and circuit design, achieving a measurable 4% increase in software performance and accuracy.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering (B.S.E.E.)

University of Massachusetts Boston
Boston, Massachusetts
05.2025

Skills

  • Circuit assembly
  • Analog and digital circuits
  • PCB Design
  • Electronic Lab Tools
  • System Design
  • Troubleshooting
  • Web services integration
  • Fault tracing
  • Web development
  • Software design
  • Simulation
  • Signal Processing
  • Project team leader
  • Solution development
  • Team Collaboration
  • Agile project management
  • Arduino
  • Blynk
  • LT-Spice
  • MATLAB
  • C
  • Python
  • VHDL
  • Verilog
  • LaTeX
  • AutoCAD
  • Tinkercad
  • Inventor
  • SolidWorks
  • Altium Designer
  • KiCad
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Debugging tools proficiency
  • Power systems
  • 3D design and simulation software
  • Signal processing

Projects

  • Open-Quantum Project: Magneto-Ion Trap Enhancement, 09/24 - Present

Developing an add-on system for a Magneto-Ion Trap to improve operational efficiency and usability. 

  • Micro controlled Drone, 01/24 - 05/24

Lead the design and construction of a fixed-wing drone with first-person POV capabilities.

Activities Leadership

  • University of Massachusetts Boston Robotics Club, Builder/tester, 09/23 - Present, Led the development of a drone project, Coordinated efforts within the team.
  • University of Massachusetts Boston MSA (Muslim Student Association), Activities Chair, 09/23 - Present, Lead the planning and execution of a wide range of activities., Foster an inclusive and supportive environment for Muslim students.
  • Atlas Staffing Services, COVID-19 Swabber, 12/21 - 01/22, Conducted COVID-19 testing by safely and efficiently swabbing students., Provided clear communication and instructions to students and staff.

Certification

  • HAM Radio Certification
  • MATLAB Associate Certification
  • AutoCAD Electrical Certification

Timeline

Maintenance/Beginner Technician

Toyota
01.2023 - 09.2023

Software Engineering Intern

TraceLink
06.2022 - 09.2022

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering (B.S.E.E.)

University of Massachusetts Boston
Walid Alsharafi