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Education
Skills
Languages
Certification
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additional experience
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Hadia Muhammad

Nottingham,England

Summary

Highly motivated and hardworking Aeronautical Engineering undergraduate, graduating with a First Class BEng (Hons) after achieving First Class performance throughout all three years of study. Possesses strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical skills developed through academic projects, CAD-based design work, and manufacturing experience.

Demonstrated teamwork and innovation through selection for the 2025 Engineers Without Borders (EWB) Challenge, achieving a Top 6 national placement. Gained valuable industry insight through visits to Airbus and Rolls-Royce, as well as an aeronautical study trip to Toulouse. Further developed an understanding of aviation through supervised flight experience piloting a Cessna 172.

Balances academic excellence with part-time employment, demonstrating excellent time management, adaptability, and a strong work ethic. Experienced in tutoring and mentoring, with strong communication skills and the ability to explain complex concepts clearly. Eager to apply technical knowledge and practical skills within the aerospace industry while continuing to develop as an engineer.

Key Technical Areas:
Aerodynamics | Aircraft Structures | Materials Engineering | Flight Mechanics | Aircraft Design | Propulsion | Aerospace Manufacturing | CFD | Engineering Mathematics

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Customer advisor

Lidl
Nottingham, England
05.2026 - Current
  • Applied analytical thinking and systematic problem-solving to manage competing priorities in a dynamic, high-pressure environment.
  • Demonstrated attention to detail and process adherence while maintaining operational efficiency and quality standards.
  • Worked collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to achieve performance targets and optimise workflow efficiency.
  • Adapted rapidly to changing operational requirements, showcasing flexibility, resilience, and effective decision-making.
  • Collaborate effectively with team members to achieve daily operational targets and maintain smooth store operations.
  • Handle cash transactions and customer enquiries with a high degree of accuracy, responsibility, and attention to detail.
  • Maintain compliance with health, safety, and quality standards, ensuring a safe and organised working environment.
  • Develop strong organisational and time-management skills by balancing multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
  • Maintained high-level product knowledge for accurate advice and recommendations.

Retail Assistant

Primark
Nottingham, England
09.2021 - 05.2026
  • Delivered consistent customer service in a fast-paced, high-volume retail environment
  • Worked effectively to tight deadlines, including stock replenishment and floor management
  • Followed company procedures, safety standards, and loss-prevention policies
  • Maintained high standards of organisation, accuracy, and attention to detail
  • Demonstrated reliability and commitment through long-term employment while studying
  • Maintained a tidy and safe shopping environment, following health and safety guidelines.
  • Handled customer inquiries and complaints with professionalism, offering solutions to meet their needs.
  • Handled customer enquiries, providing prompt responses to questions about products and services.

Assistant Engineer

WB Precision Engineering
Nottingham
10.2022 - 11.2022
  • Operated and assisted with CNC machines, drilling machines, and other workshop equipment under supervision
  • Supported the manufacturing and assembly of mechanical components to meet job specifications
  • Worked to deadlines to ensure customer orders were completed accurately and on time
  • Followed engineering drawings, instructions, and quality standards with strong attention to detail
  • Attended site visits with engineering teams to observe real-world applications and installations
  • Maintained high standards of health, safety, and organisation in workshop and site environments
  • Worked effectively as part of an engineering team to support daily operations
  • Tested equipment, machinery and instruments to assess proper functioning.
  • Performed calculations and computations and submitted to senior engineer for review.
  • Checked to verify all materials used in projects met quality standards.

Teaching Assistant

Robert Shaw Primary School
Nottingham
01.2020 - 02.2020
  • Supported daily operations in a regulated environment with strict safeguarding and safety procedures
  • Communicated instructions clearly and effectively to individuals and small groups
  • Assisted with the preparation, organisation, and checking of materials to support lessons
  • Demonstrated responsibility, reliability, and attention to detail when supervising pupils
  • Worked as part of a team to maintain a calm, safe, and efficient working environment
  • Provided one-to-one support to pupils requiring additional help, enhancing their learning outcomes.

Education

A-Levels -

NUAST
Nottingham

GCSEs - GCSE

Nottingham Girl's Academy
Nottingham

BEng (Hons) - Aeronautical Engineering

De MontFort
Leicester

Skills

Technical Skills

  • CAD Design and Technical Drawing
  • 3D Printing and Prototyping
  • CNC Machining, Drilling Machines and Workshop Practice
  • Equipment Maintenance and Manufacturing Processes
  • Mechanical and Aeronautical Engineering Fundamentals
  • Materials Engineering
  • Engineering Problem Solving
  • Strong Safety Awareness and Attention to Detail
  • Engineering Analysis
  • Technical Report Writing
  • Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • MATLAB
  • Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint

Professional Skills

  • Team Collaboration and Leadership
  • Technical Communication
  • Time Management and Working Under Pressure
  • Customer Service and Interpersonal Skills
  • Reliability and Adaptability

Teaching and Mentoring

  • One-to-One Academic Support and Mentoring
  • Patience, Empathy and Effective Communication
  • Full Uk driving license

Languages

English
Fluent
Hindi
Intermediate
Spanish
Elementary
Italian
Advanced
Urdu
Upper intermediate
Punjabi
Beginner

Certification

  • ILM qualification - (level 2 award in effective team member skills)
  • Multiple online work experiences (e.g. engineering - Springpod, EWB engineer)

Hobbies and interests

  • reading
  • gym
  • baking
  • cooking
  • tutoring

additional experience

  • Completed supervised private flight experience, flying a Cessna 172, alongside ground briefings and flight procedures
  • completed flight simulator training
  • Selected for Engineers Without Borders (EWB) 2025, placing Top 6 nationally in a multidisciplinary engineering challenge
  • Participated in industry exposure visits to Airbus and Rolls-Royce, gaining insight into large-scale aerospace manufacturing and safety-critical environments
  • Took part in an aeronautical study trip to Toulouse, enhancing understanding of aircraft systems and industry operations
  • Provided informal one-to-one academic support through private tutoring, demonstrating clear communication and patience
  • Provided one-to-one academic support through private tutoring, demonstrating patience, clear communication, and the ability to adapt explanations to different learning styles.
  • Volunteered at a family-run fish and chip shop, supporting customer service, order handling, and maintaining cleanliness in a fast-paced environment.
  • Developed strong interpersonal skills through regular interaction with a wide range of customers in both retail and food service settings.
  • Demonstrated reliability and responsibility by balancing part-time work alongside academic commitments.
  • Built confidence in handling customer enquiries, resolving issues, and creating a welcoming environment.
  • Worked effectively as part of a team, contributing to a positive and efficient workplace atmosphere.- Maintained organisation and attention to detail in both academic and work environments.
  • Developed time management skills through balancing studies, work, and extracurricular commitments

Career goals

Career Goal

To secure a Graduate Engineer position where I can apply my First Class academic achievements, technical knowledge, and practical experience to contribute to innovative engineering projects. I am eager to develop my skills further, work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, and build a successful career delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality engineering solutions across a range of engineering sectors.

Timeline

Customer advisor

Lidl
05.2026 - Current

Assistant Engineer

WB Precision Engineering
10.2022 - 11.2022

Retail Assistant

Primark
09.2021 - 05.2026

Teaching Assistant

Robert Shaw Primary School
01.2020 - 02.2020

A-Levels -

NUAST

GCSEs - GCSE

Nottingham Girl's Academy

BEng (Hons) - Aeronautical Engineering

De MontFort
Hadia Muhammad