About Me
I am Yahya (Yea-He-Yeah), an Electrical Engineering student. I have a proven ability in managing cross-functional teams, ensuring on-time delivery, effective collaboration, and risk mitigation. Experienced in engineering management and technical development, with a creative approach to solving complex problems.
Education
University of Alberta | 2021 - Present
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering | Edmonton, AB
Jasper Place High School | 2018-2021
High School Diploma | Edmonton, AB
Skills
Management Skills
Scope Management, Scheduling, Financial Management, Resource Management, Communication Strategy, Risk Management, Supply Chain Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Decision Record, Waterfall and Agile Management
Programming Languages
Python, C, C#, C++, HTML/CSS, Verilog, VHDL, ARM Assembly, BASH
Tools & Software
Microsoft Project, Visio, Planner, Jira, Office Suite, VS Code, Xilinx Vivado, CLion, CVAT, Fusion 360, MATLAB, GitHub, Splunk, TensorFlow, CUDA, PyTorch, OOP, OpenCV, YOLO
Hardware & Design
Hardware Assembly, FDM 3D Printing, Network Management, Electrical Schematic Design, Lab Equipment
Experience
Enbridge| Jan 2024 — Dec 2024
Pipeline Control Systems and Leak Detection Project Mangement & Delivery Intern Edmonton, AB
Management Skills, MS Project, MS Power Platform, Jira
Led and executed a project for replatforming critical leak detection applications using waterfall methodologies, created a project management plan, schedule, and cost estimates, and ensured tight team coordination with stakeholders and subject matter experts
Developed and deployed a purchase order requisition tracking application using agile methodologies, built using Microsoft Power Platform, reducing financial processing time by 50% and minimizing risk of data loss
Developed an interactive Splunk dashboard using agile development to highlight active servers within the Purdue Level 3 environment, improving system monitoring and efficiency
Spearheaded cross-departmental collaboration by organizing team-building events, fostering a cohesive and cross-functional team environment
Created a financial tracking dashboard using Microsoft Power BI, improving project data insights for leadership
Contributed to an eight-figure Pipeline Reliability Operational Control Program, assisting with consultant hiring, organizational change management, schedule management, and stakeholder communication
Correct AI | May 2022 — August 2022
Technical Intern Edmonton, AB
Python, OpenCV, CVAT, CUDA, YOLO, TensorFlow, PyTorch, Hardware Assembly
Enhanced AI model detection accuracy by training model on custom annotations and automating the annotation process, utilizing older models for initial drafts and refining inaccuracies
Increased detection speed by 90x by switching to hardware-accelerated real-time object detection
Led hardware assembly line, ensuring quality control, and resolving radio interference issues
Developed camera crack detection using Python and OpenCV, enhancing software capabilities and practical applications
Negmax Industrial Innovations| July 2022 — August 2022
Sales Representative Edmonton, AB
Communication Strategy, Stakeholder Engagement, Resource Management
Streamlined client engagement through organized outreach strategies, demonstrating strong interpersonal and communication skills essential for cross-functional team leadership and stakeholder management
Edmonton Elections | Oct 2021
Deputy Returning Officer Edmonton, AB
Supervised compliance with election procedures and coordinated logistics at a polling station, demonstrating strong
organizational and stakeholder communication skills
EB Games / GameStop | June 2018 — Sep 2019
Seasonal Sales Associate Edmonton, AB
Managed delivery coordination, improving efficiency and ensuring customer satisfaction
Sysco | June 2018 — Sep 2019
Seasonal Truck Helper Edmonton, AB
Managed delivery coordination, improving efficiency and ensuring customer satisfaction
KeyProteck @E2C2 Hardware Competition |Feb 2023
Arduino, Hardware Assembly, Project Management
Led a team of 3 engineers to conceptualize, design, and develop an affordable keypad door lock, resulting in a functional prototype
Overcame competition challenges and achieved positive feedback, thanks to effective team communication and problem-solving skills
Designed the circuit and programmed the Arduino using C++
Home-Server |May 2022
Linux Server, Docker, Virtualization
Created a NAS and ran media streaming engines, local VPN, and smart home control systems using Docker
Set up and maintained Virtualized game servers, implemented custom plugins and modifications
Analyzed server data to double performance and reliability using hardware encoding, RAID, and command-line tools
Safer Transit (ENGG 160) | Mar 2022
Project management, Engineering design, Market research
Led a proposed renovation plan for the Edmonton Coliseum Light Rail Transit station to improve safety and accessibility while modernizing systems
Conducted market research, proposed possible solutions, and addressed stakeholders
Implemented security systems, centralized bus bays, high-speed Wi-Fi, and functional proof of payment barriers with a future-proof design using environmentally sustainable materials
Bionic Arm | Jun 2020
Arduino, 3D Printing, Hardware Assembly
Developed an affordable bionic arm using Arduino, Game Controller, and a 3D-printed body controlled by three servos for the base, arm, and grip
Implemented a user-friendly interface using a game controller designed to be easy to understand and use
Conducted testing and quality assurance to ensure the arm met all safety and accessibility requirements while keeping cost-effectiveness in mind
Klondike Solitaire | Jan 2020
Unity Engine, C
Developed a solitaire game featuring standard gameplay mechanics and an AI opponent using Unity Engine and
Object-Oriented Programming.Implemented efficient data storage and processing using data structures and algorithms
Created a visually appealing and interactive UI using Unity Engine
Ball Madness | Jun 2019
Java, GameMaker
Created a 2D platformer game featuring a bouncy ball navigating through a maze using Java and GameMaker.
Implemented game mechanics such as character movement and obstacle avoidance using OOP.
Designed and implemented engaging levels, characters, and background graphics.
Leadership / Extra Curricular
Muslim Student Association | May 2022 - May 2024
Webmaster / Honorary Executive | Website building, HTML/CSS
Improved user experience by updating the look of the website, maintaining and updating it regularly with new features, content, and event information; ensured the website was mobile and user-friendly
Increased donations to the club by creating a donation page utilizing PayPal embed and making a Fundraising Appeal popup
Worked with the executive team to host several events on university campus, that included games nights, group sports, dinners, outreach events, and guest speaker events with hundreds of attendees
Electrical Engineering Club | September 2022 - April 2023
Jr. Graphics Coordinator | Canva, Procreate
Collaborated within a team of 3 to create advertisements and event posters for games nights, merchandise sales, and industry recruiting events
Relevant Course Work
ECE 210 - Introduction to Digital Logic Design
KiCAD, Xillinx Vivado, FPGA Programing, Verilog
Learned Verilog for designing and simulating digital circuits, implemented combinational and sequential logic on FPGAs using Xilinx Vivado, and gained hands-on experience with circuit testing and debugging tools.
ECE 212 - Introduction to Microprocessors
ARM Assembly, VHDL
Studied microcomputer architecture, assembly language programming, memory and input/output systems, and interrupt concepts.
ECE 220 - Programming for Electrical Engineering
C, C++
Developed proficiency in C and C++ programming, algorithm design, data structures, and debugging.
ECE 312 - Discrete Time Signals and Systems
KiCAD, Vivado
Designed and implemented a real-time embedded system on microcontrollers, featuring countdown timers, dynamic progress bars, and user-adjustable settings displayed on an LCD interface
ECE 360 - Control Systems I
Matlab, Simulink
Modeled and controlled PMDC motors and ball-and-beam systems using MATLAB/Simulink, focusing on real-time operation,system tuning, and disturbance rejection
ECE 380 - Introduction to Communication Systems
AM, FM, PCM, Software defined radio
Designed and analyzed AM, FM, and PCM systems using GNU Radio and PlutoSDR. Gained hands-on experience in signal processing, software-defined radios, and frequency spectrum analysis