Meshal Alkhalifah
Summary
Detail-oriented Mechanical Engineering graduate from King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals with strong experience in CAD modeling, mechanical design, and product development. Skilled in using SolidWorks and MATLAB for engineering analysis and design automation. Adept at translating technical concepts into practical solutions, with hands-on involvement in designing mechanical systems and smart devices. Passionate about innovation, industrial efficiency, and continuous learning in real-world engineering environments.
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Work History
Mechanical Engineer Trainee
Advanced Petrochemical Company
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Supported the Engineering Department in understanding design documentation, project planning, and team coordination.
- Gained practical knowledge in pumps, compressors, heat exchangers, and turbines.
- Worked with the Asset Engineering Division (AED) on equipment inspection, reliability monitoring, and reporting programs.
- Developed a strong understanding of industrial workflows, maintenance fundamentals, and plant reliability strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
King Fahd University of Petroleum And Minerals
Dhahran, Saudi Arabia05-2025
Skills
- SolidWorks
- AutoCAD
- MDSolids
- HVAC system design
- Simulation & Analysis
- Basic FEA
- Mechanical Design & Machine Elements
- Microsoft Office
- Matlab & Simulink
- Heat Transfer & Thermodynamics
- Pumping Systems
- Technical Reporting & Engineering Documentation
Project Experience
Smart Cooker: Designed and prototyped an automated pressure cooker using thermodynamic analysis, mechanical automation, and structural design to optimize traditional cooking.
Autonomous PV Panel Cleaner: Designed an autonomous PV panel cleaner with complete mechanical system integration including shaft, gear, bearing, and safety mechanism selection using CAD and engineering analysis.
HVAC Load Analysis and System Sizing: Performed complete HVAC load analysis using HVAC Load Explorer for system sizing based on ASHRAE standards in a Sacramento case study.
PI Controller Design for Electromechanical System: Designed and tuned a PI controller for an electromechanical system using Simulink, analyzing system response and stability through root locus plots and disturbance testing.
High-Efficiency House Thermal Design: Designed thermal insulation and shaded window systems for a residential house using steady-state heat transfer analysis under extreme conditions.
Cam Design for Knife-Edge Follower: Designed and analyzed a cam profile for a knife-edge follower using polynomial, parabolic, and harmonic motion equations; generated displacement, velocity, acceleration, and jerk diagrams to evaluate system performance.
Certification
Principles of Project Management - KFUPM student success center , Jan 21 to 27 2024
MATLAB - KFUPM student success center , Jun 18 to 21 2023
Industrial Safety - KFUPM student success center , Mar 12 to 15 2023
First Aid - KFUPM student success center , Jan 22 to 25 2023
Timeline
Mechanical Engineer Trainee
Advanced Petrochemical Company
06.2024 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
King Fahd University of Petroleum And Minerals
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