Mohamed Samir Zarad
Oldenburg
Summary
Mechanical engineer and renewable energy specialist with over 10 years of experience across wind energy systems, mechanical design, and experimental research. Skilled in wind measurement and data analysis using Python and MATLAB. Strong academic background in renewable energy systems, with hands-on expertise in research environments, instrumentation, and wind tunnel testing. Multilingual and internationally experienced, with a proactive approach to collaborative research and project development.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
Microrobotics and Control Research Group (AMiR)
10.2023 - 09.2024
- Worked with experimental setups, including CNC machines and 3D printers.
- Supported lab research and hardware prototyping for control and robotics studies.
Second Level Support
Gatter 3 GmbH Under EWE NETZ GmbH
10.2022 - 09.2023
- Executed quality checks and defect corrections in natural gas conversion (L-gas to H-gas).
- Managed appointments, diagnostics, and project reporting.
Research Assistant / Tutor
ForWind Center of Wind Energy Research
09.2020 - 03.2022
- Conducted experimental research and data analysis.
- Worked with control setups and DAQ systems using different communication protocols.
- Assisted in tutoring undergraduate renewable energy course.
Mechanical Designer (Internship)
Uni-Oldenburg
06.2019 - 10.2019
- Designed, assembled, and tested a Mini Wind Energy Converter (WEC) for a university mini-wind tunnel.
Senior Mechanical Engineer
Orascom Construction (OCI)
12.2017 - 05.2018
- Managed HVAC, firefighting and plumbing systems installations.
- Prepared site productivity reports and supervised multi-disciplinary teams.
O&M Wind Engineer
New and Renewable Energy Authority (NREA)
07.2015 - 11.2017
- Operated and maintained wind turbines, led troubleshooting and technical inspections.
- Planned and supervised scheduled maintenance.
Mechanical Engineer
Orascom Construction (OCI)
02.2014 - 06.2015
- Installed and tested building MEP systems. Coordinated QA/QC procedures and site labor.
Education
Postgraduate Programme Renewable Energy (PPRE) - Design and Simulation of Wind Energy Systems
Carl Von Ossietzky University of Oldenburg
Oldenburg07.2025
B.Sc. Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Power
Benha University
Cairo, Egypt05.2013
Skills
- Programming & Data: Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW, windPRO, Data Acquisition Systems, MS Power BI
- Design & Engineering Tools: AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, CNC/3D Printing
- Other: Project Management, Technical Documentation, Installation and Maintenance
Languages
Arabic (native)
English (C1 – proficient)
German (B1 – intermediate)
French (A2 – beginner)
Timeline
Research Assistant
Microrobotics and Control Research Group (AMiR)
10.2023 - 09.2024
Second Level Support
Gatter 3 GmbH Under EWE NETZ GmbH
10.2022 - 09.2023
Research Assistant / Tutor
ForWind Center of Wind Energy Research
09.2020 - 03.2022
Mechanical Designer (Internship)
Uni-Oldenburg
06.2019 - 10.2019
Senior Mechanical Engineer
Orascom Construction (OCI)
12.2017 - 05.2018
O&M Wind Engineer
New and Renewable Energy Authority (NREA)
07.2015 - 11.2017
Mechanical Engineer
Orascom Construction (OCI)
02.2014 - 06.2015
Postgraduate Programme Renewable Energy (PPRE) - Design and Simulation of Wind Energy Systems
Carl Von Ossietzky University of Oldenburg
B.Sc. Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Power
Benha University
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