Syed Islam

Ambitious entry-level electrical engineering EIT with strong desire to apply education to root cause analysis in industrial product development. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Research Assistant                                                                                                           05/2018 to 04/2020

    Centennial College - Scarborough, Ontario

• Maintained and calibrated various types of lab equipment.
• Interpreted electric and electronic schematics and mechanical layouts to diagnose equipment problems.
• Developed AutoCAD electrical drawings for the project including PCB design.
• Measured and read DMM, meggers, micrometers and thickness gauges using electrical testing instruments.
• Performed required electrical load flow and fault current calculations.
• Worked with principal investigators to coordinate qualitative research.

   Hardware Engineering Consultant (Computer)                                                      02/2014 to 06/2017

   IT Division, Janata Bank - Bangladesh

• Designed computer hardware components and peripheral devices.
• Researched complex technical issues and provided resolutions.
• Collaborated with IT and finance departments to optimize hardware budget. 
• Troubleshooting for Windows, MacOS and Linux-based desktops and laptops.
• Built and modified computing systems to client specifications.
• Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
• Patiently walked individuals through basic troubleshooting tasks.
• Refurbished PC systems and peripherals such as monitors, networking equipment, printers and more.
• Used diagnostic tools to identify hardware failures and replace non-functional components.
• Tested and installed motherboards, processors and graphics cards on desktops and laptops for corporate staff.
• Linked computers to network and peripheral equipment.
• Performed troubleshooting to correct computer hardware and software malfunctions.

1. BEng – Electrical Engineering                                                                                     08/2022
   Lakehead University - Thunder Bay, Ontario
2. Advanced Diploma – Electrical Engineering Technology                                      04/2020
   Centennial College – Scarborough, Ontario