RACHEL CHINWENDU AHAIWE
NANCY
Summary
Responsible and motivated materials engineering masters student ready to apply education in the workplace and looking for related experience. Technical knowledge in material characterization, sustainable materials, functional surfaces and corrosion engineering. Willing to listen, and learn new skills from professionals and excited to contribute in real-world environment to help find practical, actionable solutions for current needs. Skilled at communicating effectively with diverse groups of stakeholders.
Overview
1
1
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer
SOCIETY OF WOMEN ENGINEERS (SWE)
Chicago
02.2020 - Current
- Serves as organization's ambassador at community outreach events.
- Monitored attendance and facilitated active participation in workshop rooms, resulting in a 20% increase in engagement and knowledge retention among attendees during annual conference.
- Organized and implemented above 10 programs and projects for community sensitization and high school students development.
- Collaborated effectively with others by contributing time, effort and talent to advance needs or further missions.
- Successfully completed 3 team-building exercises to strengthen relationships amongst volunteers by 45%.
Site Engineer
FEDERAL CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (FCDA)
ABUJA
05.2019 - 02.2020
- Conducted regular inspections of construction sites, resulting in a 20% reduction in deviations from approved designs and a 15% improvement in adherence to industry standards.
- Enforced adherence to all safety regulations and protocols during on-site operations, leading to a 25% decrease in safety incidents and ensuring 100% compliance with safety standards.
- Recorded detailed daily activities, including measurements taken at different stages of construction.
- Cooperated with engineering colleagues and construction professionals to efficiently supervise and lead various construction project stages, leading to a notable 35% boost in productivity.
- Supervised the progress of third-party contractors, resulting in a 15% reduction in project delays and a 10% increase in on-time project delivery.
Engineering Student Intern
FIVE STARS CONSTRUCTION AND ENGINEERING LTD.
LAGOS
07.2017 - 11.2017
- Worked effectively with colleagues from diverse teams to successfully accomplish shared objectives.
- Monitored and evaluated the progress of ongoing projects, delivering constructive feedback and making necessary adjustments leading to a 45% increase in productivity.
- Enhanced technical proficiency by 30% through active involvement in training programs and engaging in hands-on learning experiences.
- Engaged in various activities such as construction, inspection, investigation, and field surveys.
- Showcased adeptness in operating a range of equipment and machines, including guillotine and bending machines.
Education
Master of Science - ADVANCED MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
UNIVERSITÉ DE LORRAINE
NANCY, FRANCE09.2024
Master of Science - ADVANCED MATERIAL SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
UNIVERSITÁ DEGLI STUDI DI PADOVA
PADOVA, ITALY09.2024
Bachelor of Science - METALLURGICAL AND MATERIAL ENGINEERING
UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA NSUKKA
ENUGU, NIGERIA11.2018
Skills
- Engineering and Technology Background
- Materials Characterization
- Research and Data Analysis
- Materials selection
- Understanding of materials degradation under different conditions
- Laboratory Experiments
Languages
English
First Language
French
Elementary (A2)
A2
German
Beginner
A1
Italian
Beginner
A1
PROFESSIONAL ORGANISATIONS
- Society of Women Engineers - Global Ambassador.
- Association of Professional Women Engineers in Nigeria - Graduate Member.
- Nigerian Society of Engineers - Graduate Member.
- Diaspora Vote - Member.
Affiliations
- Assists the visually impaired online via the Be My Eyes video call.
- Distributed materials to the indigent.
- Joined The Limi Hospital Health Walk Awareness Campaign.
- Organizes STEM-related competitions and mentorship programs for pupils and students in primary and secondary schools.
Accomplishments
- Served as a Society of Women Engineers (SWE) Scholarship Judge. (FY23 & FY24).
- Organized and delivered a workshop on Affirmative Action during the EYE held at the European Parliament, as part of a team of Diaspora Vote members. 06/2023
Certification
- https://www.credly.com/badges/ce398285-f02f-4875-a4bd-053f639f39e8/linked_in_profile
- Project Management Professional (06/2019 - 08/2019)
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Volunteer
SOCIETY OF WOMEN ENGINEERS (SWE)
02.2020 - Current
Site Engineer
FEDERAL CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (FCDA)
05.2019 - 02.2020
Engineering Student Intern
FIVE STARS CONSTRUCTION AND ENGINEERING LTD.
07.2017 - 11.2017
Master of Science - ADVANCED MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
UNIVERSITÉ DE LORRAINE
Master of Science - ADVANCED MATERIAL SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
UNIVERSITÁ DEGLI STUDI DI PADOVA
Bachelor of Science - METALLURGICAL AND MATERIAL ENGINEERING
UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA NSUKKA
- https://www.credly.com/badges/ce398285-f02f-4875-a4bd-053f639f39e8/linked_in_profile
- Project Management Professional (06/2019 - 08/2019)
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