M Ahmad
Naeem

I can contribute to your company through a combination of my technical skills, leadership experience, and innovative mindset. Here are a few specific ways I can add value:

1. Technical Expertise and Problem-Solving:

   - At Unilever Lahore, I developed an automated lubrication system that reduced equipment failures by 40%. My ability to analyze problems and implement effective solutions can help optimize your company’s operations and enhance efficiency.

   - Example: I can apply my experience in process optimization to streamline your production processes, reducing downtime and increasing productivity.

2. Innovative Leadership:

   - As the CEO of Wave Fusions, I led the development of unique clothing designs and improved our website’s UI/UX, resulting in a speed score improvement from 25 to 80. My leadership in innovation can drive your company’s projects towards success.

   - Example: I can lead cross-functional teams to develop and implement innovative projects that align with your company’s strategic goals.

3. Effective Communication and Team Collaboration:

   - During my tenure as President of ASHRAE GIKI, I successfully communicated a controversial change in leadership transition, fostering a culture of merit-based leadership. My ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with team members can enhance your company’s teamwork and morale.

   - Example: I can facilitate open communication and collaboration within your teams, ensuring that everyone is aligned with the company’s vision and goals.

4. Commitment to Continuous Learning and Improvement:

   - My certifications in Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce and SolidWorks reflect my commitment to staying updated with industry trends and enhancing my skills. I am dedicated to continuous learning and applying new knowledge to benefit your company.

   - Example: I can bring new insights and innovative approaches to your projects, ensuring that your company remains competitive and forward-thinking.

5. Adaptability and Resilience:

   - When faced with the challenge of a last-minute artist cancellation at the All-Pak event, I quickly adapted and found a replacement, ensuring the event’s success. My adaptability and resilience can help your company navigate unexpected challenges and achieve its objectives.

   - Example: I can provide strategic solutions and maintain a positive attitude during challenging situations, helping your company overcome obstacles and thrive.

By leveraging my technical skills, leadership experience, and innovative mindset, I am confident that I can make a significant and positive impact on your company. I look forward to contributing to your team and driving your company’s success.

Strengths

1. Leadership and Vision:

Example: As the President of ASHRAE GIKI, I led a successful transition to merit-based leadership, breaking a 30-year tradition. My leadership was instrumental in organizing the first-ever auto show and clean drives on campus, which fostered community engagement and proactive change.

2. Problem-Solving and Innovation:

Example: At Unilever, I faced the challenge of optimizing workforce distribution across 159 machines with a tight deadline. By leveraging technology and creating a WhatsApp group, I efficiently gathered data and completed the project on time, showcasing my ability to think creatively and solve problems under pressure.

3. Technical Expertise:

Example: My proficiency with CAD software such as SolidWorks, and my ability to conduct simulations using COMSOL and ANSYS, have been demonstrated in projects like the electric bike, braiding machine, and single-shot firearm. This technical expertise ensures high-quality and optimized designs.

4. Adaptability and Resilience:

Example: During the All-Pak event at ASHRAE GIKI, when an artist canceled last minute, I quickly found a replacement performer, ensuring the event's success. This adaptability under pressure is a testament to my resilience and ability to manage unexpected challenges effectively.

5. Commitment to Continuous Learning:

Example: My certifications in Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce and SolidWorks reflect my dedication to staying updated with industry trends and enhancing my skills, ensuring that I remain competitive and knowledgeable in my field.

Weaknesses

1. Perfectionism:

Example: My drive for perfection sometimes leads to spending extra time on details, which can delay project timelines. For instance, during the design phase of the electric bike, I spent considerable time iterating the chassis design to ensure optimal performance and durability.

2. Delegation:

Example: I sometimes find it challenging to delegate tasks, preferring to handle them myself to ensure they meet my standards. This was evident during the Zindagi by JS Bank event, where I took on multiple roles to ensure everything went smoothly, which led to personal exhaustion.

3. Overcommitment:

Example: My enthusiasm for projects sometimes leads to overcommitting, which can stretch my resources thin. This was the case when I agreed to manage the Zindagi by JS Bank event during summer, a time when most students were on internships, leaving me with a limited team.

4. Difficulty Saying No:

Example: I sometimes struggle to say no to additional projects or responsibilities, which can impact my workload management. For instance, taking on the additional responsibility of optimizing the lubrication system at Unilever, while already handling other projects, was challenging but ultimately rewarding.

I am driven by a passion for innovation and the desire to solve complex problems. The process of transforming ideas into tangible solutions and seeing the positive impact of my work on people and processes is incredibly fulfilling. For instance, during my internship at Unilever, I was motivated by the challenge of optimizing the workforce distribution across 159 machines. The task required creativity, strategic thinking, and efficient execution under a tight deadline. The satisfaction of successfully completing the project and improving operational efficiency was a significant motivator.

Additionally, my role as CEO of Wave Fusions has fueled my motivation to innovate continuously. Leading the development of unique clothing designs and enhancing our digital marketing strategies to achieve a 5x increase in monthly sales has been highly rewarding. The opportunity to merge technical skills with business acumen and see the tangible results of my efforts keeps me motivated to strive for excellence.

Lastly, my commitment to continuous learning and professional growth is a strong motivator. Earning certifications in Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce and SolidWorks has kept me engaged and inspired to apply new knowledge to my projects. Whether it’s tackling a complex engineering problem, leading a team, or learning new skills, the drive to improve and make a meaningful impact is what keeps me motivated.

In my role as the President of the ASHRAE GIKI Chapter, I faced the challenging task of explaining a significant departure from tradition in our society's leadership transition. Traditionally, leadership roles were handed over based on seniority. However, I believed that introducing a merit-based transition could invigorate the society with fresh ideas and energy.

This decision was controversial and difficult to communicate, especially to the senior batch members who expected to inherit these roles. To address this, I organized a series of meetings with various stakeholders, including senior members, junior members, and faculty advisors. I presented data and examples from other successful organizations that thrived on merit-based leadership transitions, emphasizing how this approach could enhance engagement, introduce diverse ideas, and increase the society's impact.

To further support my case, I shared testimonials from both juniors and seniors who supported the new approach. The most challenging part was addressing the concerns of the senior batch, some of whom felt sidelined by the new policy. I explained the importance of their role as mentors and the invaluable contribution they could still make in guiding the next leaders of the society. This shift was not a dismissal of their contributions but a new way to sustain the society's growth and success.

Ultimately, my explanations helped ease tensions and foster a constructive dialogue about the society's future direction. This experience underscored the power of open communication and the importance of aligning individual contributions with our collective goals for innovation and inclusivity.

As a leader, I have often faced situations where I had to deliver disappointing news to my team. One notable instance occurred during my tenure as the President of ASHRAE GIKI Chapter. We were hosting our main All-Pak event, a three-day affair with various segments such as onboarding, cultural dinner, modules, and social events. On the first day, everything was running smoothly until I received a call from the artist scheduled to perform on the second day, informing me that he wouldn't be able to make it.

This news was disheartening, especially since we had already sold tickets for the performance. I had to break the news to my team, which was a challenging moment as the event's success seemed at risk. Everyone was initially disappointed and anxious about the potential fallout. However, instead of dwelling on the problem, I quickly gathered a few team members and brainstormed alternatives. One of our team members contacted a friend who agreed to perform with the same budget. Though we weren't certain he would come through, we took the risk, and fortunately, he did. The performance was a hit, and the event continued successfully.

This experience taught me the importance of staying calm under pressure and turning disappointing news into a catalyst for creative problem-solving. It reinforced my belief that, with the right mindset, we can often find solutions to seemingly insurmountable challenges.

The toughest challenge I faced was during my internship at Unilever, where I was tasked with a manpower distribution project just three days before my university reopening. The project required me to allocate over 500 workers, including third-party contractors and permanent staff, across more than 159 machines in three shifts. The challenge was not just the tight deadline but also the complexity of gathering detailed information such as name, card number, area of work, machine, designation, and shift for each worker.

Initially, I tried to gather the data by inspecting each operator and worker on-site, but after only managing to cover 5 machines, I realized it was impractical. To expedite the process, I collaborated with HR to obtain phone numbers and attendance records, then created a WhatsApp group and a form for the workers to fill out. Within a day, I had nearly all the responses, allowing me to recheck the data against attendance records and identify 23 extra workers. This efficient approach enabled me to complete the project within the three-day timeframe, demonstrating my ability to adapt and innovate under pressure.

One of the most challenging yet rewarding experiences was organizing the "Zindagi by JS Bank" event in collaboration with GIKI. This four-day event took place during the summer when most students were on internships. Despite the short notice and limited manpower, I managed to gather a team of eight friends to assist me. The event hosted over 500 participants and nearly 80 guests, including prominent figures like the IT Minister and officials from the Directorate General of Science & Technology (DOST).

Managing such a large-scale event with minimal resources required meticulous planning and relentless effort. We coordinated logistics, ensured smooth transitions between sessions, and managed the needs of high-profile guests, often working non-stop for two days. Our dedication paid off, as the event was a resounding success, earning praise from attendees and officials alike. This experience highlighted my ability to lead under pressure, manage complex logistics, and deliver exceptional results.

One significant conflict I faced was during my tenure as President of ASHRAE at GIKI. Traditionally, we were supposed to hand over positions to the most senior batch after us. However, I noticed that there were many hardworking and deserving junior members who had contributed significantly to the society. I believed that promoting quality over tradition would benefit the society. I presented this idea to the Society Advisor, who is also the Dean of the Mechanical Engineering Department, and he agreed with my revolutionary idea.

Despite this, the senior batch members retaliated, filing a case against me with the Dean of Student Affairs, claiming I was breaking the rules. I was called by the Rector and the DSA to explain my actions. I highlighted the negligible input and poor performance of the senior batch, supported by the Society Advisor. After a thorough review, including a disciplinary committee session where I conveyed my idea to higher authorities, they appreciated my decision. The result was a new institutional rule prioritizing merit over tradition. This experience taught me the importance of advocating for what I believe is right, even when facing opposition.

I have extensive experience with CAD software, primarily SolidWorks, which I used for all my major projects. For instance, during my time at GIKI, I designed and modeled an electric bike, a braiding machine, and a single-shot firearm using SolidWorks. Additionally, I tested these designs using COMSOL and ANSYS for simulations to ensure their performance and durability. This combination of SolidWorks for design and COMSOL/ANSYS for testing allowed me to create optimized, reliable systems efficiently​​​​.

To ensure compliance with safety standards, I start by thoroughly understanding all relevant regulations and industry-specific safety codes. At Unilever, for instance, I implemented an automated lubrication system. I conducted a comprehensive review of safety standards, integrated these into the design process, performed rigorous risk assessments, and collaborated with safety officers to validate safety features, significantly reducing equipment failures​​.

When explaining designs to non-engineers, I rely on visual aids and clear, jargon-free language. For example, during the All-Pak event at ASHRAE GIKI, I used diagrams and simplified explanations to communicate the logistics plan to volunteers from various backgrounds, ensuring everyone understood their roles and responsibilities, which contributed to the event's success​​.

During a pump design project, we encountered excessive vibration that could lead to premature failure. I led the analysis to identify the root cause, which was resonance at certain operating speeds. By adjusting the impeller blade design and incorporating dampers, we eliminated the issue and improved the pump's reliability and lifespan. This experience demonstrated my ability to tackle complex engineering problems effectively​​.

When project specifications change or challenges arise, I assess the impact on the timeline and budget, communicate with stakeholders, and propose solutions. For example, when a key material became unavailable mid-project at Unilever, I sourced an alternative that met our specifications without delaying the project. This proactive approach helped maintain the project schedule and budget​​.