Ruaa Alfakawi

• Conduct research on manufacturing process optimization for biomedical devices using COMSOL Mechanical for FEA-based geometry refinement, SolidWorks for CAD design, and MATLAB for data analysis, focusing on material selection and improved manufacturability and performance.
• Applied root cause analysis and material testing to address nickel allergy issues in bone staple applications, leading to development of Ni-free titanium alloy designs validated through digital twin simulations and optimization algorithms.
• Taught and supervised Fluid Mechanics lab sessions, reinforcing real-world application of engineering principles using Excel for calculations, graphing, statistical analysis, and process control.

• Redesigned complete truck body assemblies to transition from gasoline chassis to EV chassis, ensuring full compatibility, manufacturability, and fitment alignment across all components using SolidWorks for CAD modeling, ARAS Innovator for product lifecycle management, and GD&T for dimensional control.
• Partnered with manufacturing teams to validate designs on the shop floor, addressing production constraints and optimizing assembly efficiency through physical fit-up inspections and feedback loops with production engineers.
• Achieved 40% cost savings by sourcing alternative suppliers, negotiating contracts, and validating quality compliance using supplier audits, cost analysis tools, and quality inspection protocols.
• Produced detailed 3D models, 2D manufacturing drawings, and GD&T documentation in SolidWorks, meeting production standards and ISO compliance.
• Managed BOM and ECO transitions through ARAS Innovator and CORI systems to ensure smooth handoff from engineering to production without delays.

• Analyzed procurement workflows and implemented process improvements that reduced order errors by 25% and procurement costs by 16%.
• Used data analysis tools to track KPIs and identify efficiency opportunities.
• Optimized business sales strategies by introducing targeted pricing models, process automation, and customer behavior analysis, contributing to a 32% increase in sales revenue and 10% faster order fulfillment.
• Developed and prepared business justifications based on KPIs such as safety, quality, and cost-efficiency, resulting in an estimated 18% savings in operational costs while maintaining compliance with internal safety and quality standards.
• Streamlined resource allocation (financial budgets, headcount, and operational assets) to meet project deadlines during peak demand periods, reducing overtime costs by 24% and increasing project on-time delivery rate to 95%.
• Collaborated cross-functionally with procurement, sales, and finance teams to align strategies with organizational goals, enabling scalability during high demand phases.