Asmaa K.

Asmaa K. has a diverse work experience spanning various industries and roles. They started their career as an intern at Alexandria National Refining & Petroleum Company in 2003. Later, they worked as a Research Assistant in the Aerosol Technology Lab at Texas A&M University from 2008 to 2012, where they were involved in equipment testing, experimental research, and data analysis. In 2008, they briefly served as a Teaching Assistant in the Mechanical Engineering department at the same university.

Moving on to the industry sector, Asmaa joined MOGAS Industries, Inc. in 2013 and held multiple roles during their tenure. They initially worked as a Control Valve Research Scientist, focusing on fluid flow dynamics, design, testing, and validation of MOGAS flow-loop and control valve sizing program improvements. From 2018 to 2019, they served as an R&D Engineer Specialist, responsible for designing, optimizing, and documenting new products and analyzing test data to meet cost and performance specifications. Lastly, from 2019 to 2023, Asmaa acted as an R&D Engineer Supervisor, managing a team and leading the design, testing, and validation of new products at MOGAS Industries, Inc.

Their most recent work experience is as an Innovation Center Manager at Tranter since 2023. In this role, they are responsible for the development of new products and services from concept to launch, maintenance of the existing portfolio, and providing technical support and failure analysis.

Overall, Asmaa K. has a strong background in research and development, engineering management, and innovation.

Asmaa K. completed their Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Alexandria University in the year 2006. Asmaa then pursued further education and obtained a Master of Science (M.Sc.) degree in Mechanical Engineering from Texas A&M University between 2007 and 2009.

Building upon their Master's degree, Asmaa K. went on to earn a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree in Mechanical Engineering from Texas A&M University, which they completed from 2009 to 2012.

In addition to their formal education, Asmaa K. has obtained several certifications over the years. These certifications include "Optimal Product Management and Product Marketing" from 280 Group in July 2021, "Effective Strategy Formation" from Rice Business - Jones Graduate School of Business in October 2020, "Corporate Innovation" from Rice Business - Jones Graduate School of Business in September 2020, "The Leadership Accelerator" from Rice Business - Jones Graduate School of Business in August 2020, "Lean Six Sigma Green Belt" and "Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt" from The Knowledge Academy in June 2018, "Introduction to ANSYS Fluent" and "Introduction to ANSYS Mechanical" from ANSYS, Inc. in February 2015, "SolidWorks Simulation Professional (FEA)" from Progression Technologies, Inc. in February 2014, "LabVIEW Core 2" and "LabVIEW Core 1" from National Instruments in August 2013 and July 2013 respectively, "Valves & Actuators 101" from Valve Manufacturers Association in June 2013, "SolidWorks Flow Simulation (CFD)" from Progression Technologies, Inc. in April 2013, "SolidWorks 2012 Essentials Training Course" from Progression Technologies, Inc. in November 2012, "Business Management Certificate Program for Engineering Students" from Mays Business School - Texas A&M University in August 2012, "Dektak 3 Stylus Profilometer" from Texas A&M University in April 2011, "Digital Instruments Nanoscope AFM/STM" from Texas A&M University in March 2011, and "Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscope (FE-SEM)" from Texas A&M University in February 2011.