Salma Chahboune
Newcastle upon Tyne,Tyne and Wear
Summary
Motivated and introspective final-year Mechanical Engineering student with a keen interest in sustainable design, automation, and data-driven systems. Experienced in applying mechanical design and digital technology to actual tasks while displaying creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities. I'm passionate about leveraging engineering to create innovative and inclusive solutions that promote a sustainable future.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work history
Supervisor
Chaophraya Restaurant
Newcastle upon Tyne
03.2022 - 07.2023
- Developed leadership and communication abilities by managing and assisting diverse workforce.
- Used organisation and problem-solving techniques to keep daily activities running smoothly.
Customer Service Assistant
Tesco
Newcastle upon Tyne
11.2023 - 01.2025
- Exhibited dependability and professionalism while working together in hectic setting..
- Acquired transferable communication and teamwork skills applicable to engineering practice.
Education
BEng (Hons) - Mechanical Engineering
Northumbria University
Newcastle upon Tyne 09.2022 -
Skills
- CAD design (SolidWorks, AutoCAD)
- Engineering data analysis (MATLAB, Excel)
- SCADA systems and automation
- Finite element analysis (Abaqus)
- Technical reporting and documentation
- Project planning and collaboration
Selected Engineering Projects
- Analysis of Time-Lapse SCADA Data from an Anaerobic Digester- Final-year project using MATLAB to analyse 10 years of SCADA data from Northumbrian Water anaerobic digesters, identifying trends affecting methane- gas production and system performance.
- Movable Bridge Project - Designed an automated lifting bridge using Arduino control and structural-mechanics analysis; integrated sustainability and cost optimisation.
- Flywheel Energy Storage System - Modelled and manufactured a kinetic-energy storage device; conducted finite-element analysis and vibration assessment.
- Wind Turbine Design - Designed and tested a small-scale turbine using SolidWorks and wind-tunnel data; analysed aerodynamic performance and material selection.
- Rubber Band Car and Fluid Energy Conversion Systems - Applied mechanical-design and energy-system principles using CAD, 3D printing and experimental testing.
- Intelligent Transport System - Developed and automated traffic-control prototype using Arduino and sensor integration, strengthening automation and teamwork skills.
References
- Prof. James Martin
Supervisor – Final Year Project, Northumbria University
📧 james.martin@northumbria.ac.uk - Aaron Fitzgerald
Tesco manager
📧 AaronFitzgerald35@gmail.com
Timeline
Customer Service Assistant
Tesco
11.2023 - 01.2025
BEng (Hons) - Mechanical Engineering
Northumbria University
09.2022 -
Supervisor
Chaophraya Restaurant
03.2022 - 07.2023