Zahra Maddahian
Graduate Student In Transportation Engineering
Summary
Motivated transportation engineering graduate student with hands-on experience in traffic simulation, highway design, and urban planning. Proficient in utilizing VISSIM, OpenRoads Designer, and ArcGIS through coursework. Demonstrated expertise in signal timing, intersection design, and GIS-based analysis through completion of multiple course projects. Seeking a role to apply and expand technical skills while making valuable contributions to transportation infrastructure projects.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Volunteer
Officer at Institute of Transportation Engineers
Arlington, TX
09.2024 - Current
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
Teaching Assistant
University of Texas at Arlington
09.2024 - Current
- Teacher assistant for engineering measurement and computer modelling course
Research Assistant
University of Texas at Arlington
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Worked on a Green Pavement Project funded by the US Department of Transportation (NITC)
- Designed and distributed surveys, collected and analyzed data using GIS
- Contributed to the final project report and research findings
Civil Engineer
Fara Tarh
02.2019 - 11.2020
- Developed and reviewed construction documents, including cross sections and grading plans
- Collaborated with teams to produce roadway signage and pavement marking plans
Education
M.Sc. - Civil Engineering- Transportation
01.2024 - Current
- Relevant Coursework & Skills: Highway Design, Characteristics of Traffic, Traffic Operations, Traffic Control, Urban Transportation Planning
- GPA: 3.5/4.0
M.Sc. - Civil Engineering- Hydraulic Structures
09.2018 - 07.2020
B.Sc. - Civil Engineering
09.2012 - 06.2017
Skills
AutoCAD, MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, VISSIM, VISTRO, ArcGIS, Geometric design of highways and roads, Grading plans, Cross-section development
Timeline
Volunteer - Officer at Institute of Transportation Engineers
09.2024 - Current
Teaching Assistant - University of Texas at Arlington
09.2024 - Current
Research Assistant - University of Texas at Arlington
01.2024 - 08.2024
University of Texas At Arlington - M.Sc., Civil Engineering- Transportation
01.2024 - Current
Civil Engineer - Fara Tarh
02.2019 - 11.2020
Shahrekord University - M.Sc., Civil Engineering- Hydraulic Structures
09.2018 - 07.2020
Isfahan University of Technology - B.Sc., Civil Engineering
09.2012 - 06.2017
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