Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Languages
Software Disciplines
Lab Experience
Additional Experience & Volunteering
Interests
References
Timeline
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Adam Allam

Adam Allam

Edinburgh

Summary

Motivated, ambitious, and conscientious graduate with a strong foundation in renewable energy systems, sustainability, advanced mechanical principles, and environmental design. I offer a balance of technical proficiency, critical thinking, and teamwork – developed through academia, Formula Student, and hands-on work experience in high-pressure construction and engineering environments. Driven by curiosity, and desire to contribute to a sustainable energy future, I will apply my problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills to a dynamic engineering team where my innovation aligns with impact.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Student Ambassador

Edinburgh Napier University
Edinburgh, Midlothian
2025.10 - Current
  • Delivered engaging guest tours for large groups under a tight schedule
  • Spoke confidently and coordinated events at open days
  • Communicated professionally with a diverse range of stakeholders

Industrial Rope Access Technician

RopeTech
Worksop, Nottinghamshire
2025.06 - 2025.09
  • Assisted mechanical engineers in testing industrial ropes for structural and mechanical integrity using a defectograph and related diagnostic equipment
  • Accurately recorded time-stamped defect data, noting variations in tension and structural response during prolonged testing

Electrician's Mate

South Warwickshire Construction
Eastbourne, East Sussex
2024.05 - 2024.09

• Supported electrical teams on-site, working to high safety and quality standards

• Displayed strong reliability and attention to detail; offered an extended contract

• Communicated clearly with supervisors and clients to ensure smooth project delivery

Warehouse Operative

Amazon FC LBA4
Doncaster, South Yorkshire
2023.06 - 2023.09

• Consistently exceeded productivity targets in a fast-paced environment

• Maintained high accuracy, focus, and efficiency during manual sort operations

• Demonstrated teamwork, reliability, and adaptability across all rotating shifts

Education

BEng - Energy & Environmental Engineering

Edinburgh Napier University
Edinburgh
2022.09 - 2026.07

Master of Science - Advanced Mechanical Engineering

Edinburgh Napier University
Edinburgh
2026.09 -

A-Levels - Economics, Mathematics, Physics

Hall Cross Academy & Sixth Form
2020.09 - 2022.07

Skills

  • Problem-solving and initiative
  • Data Analysis
  • Project Management
  • Technical Report Writing
  • Clear Communication
  • Team Leadership
  • Calm and professional under pressure

Languages

Spanish
Elementary
French
Elementary
Arabic
Beginner

Software Disciplines

  • PVsyst 8
  • PolySun
  • ANSYS: Granta & Fluent/Workbench
  • MATLAB (including Simulink)
  • Autodesk: AutoCAD & Inventor
  • CONVERGE Studio 4 & 5 (including TechPlot for CONVERGE)
  • Arduino UNO
  • C Programming

Lab Experience

  • Building Services Engineering: Heat Pumps & Refrigeration, Heat Transfer & Conduction, and Pump Characteristics
  • Fluid Dynamics: Jet Impact Testing, Friction in Pipes, and Pelton Wheel Analysis
  • Materials & Manufacture: Vickers Hardness Test, Tensile Testing, Flexural Testing, Charpy Impact Test

Additional Experience & Volunteering

Formula Student Technical Team

  • Focused on developing sustainable energy solutions and material optimisation using Ansys Granta
  • Gained an understanding of cost vs prototyping trade-offs under time pressure and associated presentation skills

Baseball Operations Manager and Fitness Coordinator

• Managed logistics, event support, and lead team drills

UKA Trained Athletics Coach and Hockey Mentor

• Mentored young athletes, DBS checked, and first-aid trained

NHS Volunteer

• Lead clinic front-of-house operations and customer flow

Charity Work

• Annual fundraiser for Movember

Interests

Keen interest in building positive relationships through community sport, volunteering, and travel. Passionate about working with people from diverse backgrounds and always seeking new challenges to grow both personally and professionally.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Master of Science - Advanced Mechanical Engineering

Edinburgh Napier University
2026.09 -

Student Ambassador

Edinburgh Napier University
2025.10 - Current

Industrial Rope Access Technician

RopeTech
2025.06 - 2025.09

Electrician's Mate

South Warwickshire Construction
2024.05 - 2024.09

Warehouse Operative

Amazon FC LBA4
2023.06 - 2023.09

BEng - Energy & Environmental Engineering

Edinburgh Napier University
2022.09 - 2026.07

A-Levels - Economics, Mathematics, Physics

Hall Cross Academy & Sixth Form
2020.09 - 2022.07
Adam Allam