Work Experience
Research Assistant (Wissenschaftliche Hilfskraft) | DST Development Center for Ship Technology and Transport Systems
Supported research and development projects in ship technology and transport systems
Translator | Ideas Beyond Borders || Bayt Al-Hikma 2.0
Translating Wikipedia articles from English to Arabic
Translator | Self-employed (Freelance)
English ⇔ Arabic Translation
Rotation System Employee | Sovka GmbH (Vapiano Restaurant)
Worked in service and cashier positions at a Vapiano franchise restaurant
Head of English and STEM Departments | MK Academic Services
Provided academic services and consultation for students at universities in multiple countries
Technical Sales Engineer | Technical Engineering Group (TEG)
Managed schedules and resources, ensured client demands were met, reviewed power system analyses, and supported project teams to deliver.
Solar Power Engineering Intern | Mountasser Abu Jaib Solar Solutions
Internship in solar power engineering and renewable energy systems
Translation Intern | Paper Airplanes
Translated documents and provided training materials from English to Arabic
Trainer (Contract) | Syrian Trust for Development
Short-term consultant hired to establish a book club initiative at Bab Sharqi Lighthouse center
Education
M.Sc. Maschinenbau (Mechatronics)
Associate Degree in Computer Science
MBA (Master's of Business Administration)
B.Sc. in General Mechanical Engineering (mechanical forces)
Publications
Developing a fully automated robot to conduct the loading process of inland tank vessels
M. Budde, T. Kerkmann, C. Alias, H. Zreik, R. Henn. 2025 21st IEEE International Conference on Mechatronic and Embedded Systems and Applications (MESA), Macau, China, 2025, pp. 12-17.
Memberships
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
Association of German Engineers (VDI e.V.)
Association for Electrical, Electronic & Information Technologies (VDE e.V.)
Syrian Engineers Association
Volunteering
Head Coordinator | Hamak's Reading Club
Led the initiative from the beginning, handling structure, strategy, recruitment, and organization.
Head Coordinator | Cham Reciprocal Library
Managed a community book-sharing initiative with over 200 participants.
Member (Organizational Team) | Cham cultural Club
Organized monthly book discussions and cultural activities.
Coordinator | Shaghlni
Linked employers to job-seekers through career fairs and networking events.