Ahad Baig, Founder

Ahad Baig

Founder

971Retrofits

Location
United Arab Emirates - Abu Dhabi
Education
Master's degree, Mechanical Engineering
Experience
7 years, 2 Months

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Work Experience

Total years of experience :7 years, 2 Months

Founder at 971Retrofits
  • United Arab Emirates - Abu Dhabi
  • My current job since September 2020

Retrofitting outdated vehicles to enhance the reliabilty and performace of the
lighting system by adding modern components.
Re-engineering OEM headlights to increase width, throw and brightness of
projectors.
Completing custom made to order requests on a weekly basis from customers
with a vast range make and models.

Engineer at Islands Auto
  • United Arab Emirates - Abu Dhabi
  • My current job since February 2021

Assisted in refurbishment and re manufacturing components of heavy machinery, common automobiles and military equipment.

Inspected and guided repairs or maintenance on a vast spectrum of Vehicles

Carried out overhaul procedures on transmissions and engines and re calibration of delicate sensors and
computers on complex vehicles

Research And Development Engineer at Balkan Automotive
  • United States - Pennsylvania
  • May 2018 to December 2019

Designed manufactured and tested custom aerodynamic components for performance
vehicles. Evaluated extended life for equipment components for the facility.
Provide technical expertise or support related to manufacturing.
Troubleshoot new or existing product problems involving designs, materials, or
processes utilizing CAD, 3D printing and CNC

Founder at Carbon Aesthetics
  • United States - Pennsylvania
  • May 2017 to December 2018

Founded a company manufacturing carbon fiber automotive components.
Designed and manufactured parts through laying and infusion of resin through carbon
fiber or fiber glass fabric,
Negative mold fabrication of plastic and vacuum forming shells of carbon fiber pieces
Develop pricing strategies, balancing firm objectives and customer satisfaction.

Retailer at Buy Your Build
  • United States - Pennsylvania
  • September 2015 to May 2016

Monitored online sales and inventory, oversaw expenses and sales.
Issue shipping instructions and provide routing information to ensure that delivery
times and locations are coordinated.
Prepare and manage departmental budgets

Education

Master's degree, Mechanical Engineering
  • at Heriot-watt University Dubai
  • August 2021
Bachelor's degree, Mechanical Engineering
  • at The Pennsylvania State University
  • June 2020

Participated in two engineering Capstone projects: Designed and Engineered a completely self contained onboard car jacking system without altering the factory chassis Designed and Engineered a turbo system for a 1967 VW Beetle by rewiring the entire chassis, custom made harness box, exhaust piping, turbo plumbing and rebuilt the motor using forged components

Specialties & Skills

Communication
Microsoft Office
Mechanical Design
Problem Solving
Manufacturing

Languages

English
Native Speaker
Hindi
Intermediate
French
Intermediate

Hobbies

  • Auto Racing