AMNEH JABER

Mechanical Engineer, M.Sc. | Thermal Fluid Systems

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ABOUT ME

I am a dedicated Mechanical Engineer with a diverse background and a passion for innovation. I hold a master’s degree in mechanical engineering with a specialization in Thermal Fluid Systems from the Colorado School of Mines, as well as a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering with a focus on Thermal Power from Jordan University of Science and Technology.

In my current role as a Research and Development Engineer at Alarko-Carrier, I have performed analysis, defined requirements, and supported aeraulic and thermal testing on fan coil units.

I have also developed a model-based component matching system for Direct Expansion (DX) coils. This entailed defining parameters related to coil geometry and operating conditions, conducting Python simulations, and finding suitable distributors for each DX coil. Additionally, I have conducted simulations of water coils under various Eurovent test conditions for Fan Coil Units and exported summarized Excel reports using Python.

During the COVID-19 shutdown, I extended my skills and experience through remote freelance work in the USA. My projects included embedded system programming and mechanical system design.

As a Graduate Student Researcher at the Colorado School of Mines, I worked in building modeling and HVAC. I created multiple building models on OpenStudio, validated them against utility data, and conducted simulations related to vehicle-to-grid technology. My research skills were also used in analyzing chillers and building energy load data, calculating electric and cooling loads, and determining the contribution of different buildings and chillers to the total energy load.

Prior to this, I worked as a Mechanical Project Engineer at Dağgaz, where I was involved in designing Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID), managing material lists, and examining tender documents for odorizing and chemical injection systems. I also have valuable experience gained as a Mechanical Engineering Intern at Queen Alia International Airport, which provided hands-on HVAC engineering training and exposure to design for manufacturing practices.

My professional background, education, and passion for engineering make me an asset for any project or team, and I am excited to take on new challenges and continue making significant contributions to the field of mechanical engineering.

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Work Experience

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Research and Development Engineer
Alarko - Carrier
Kocaeli, Türkiye
Feb. 2021 to Present


  • Developed a model-based component matching system for Direct Expansion (DX) coils.
    • Defined a set of parameters related to the geometry and operating conditions of the DX coils.
    • Developed python simulations and used them to perform detailed air and refrigerant side capacity calculations for each DX coil we manufacture.
    • Found a suitable distributor for each DX coil based on capacity per distributor and circuit number.
  • Conducted simulations of water coils under various Eurovent test conditions for Fan Coil Units using Python.
    • Defined simulation parameters related to coolant, fin material, tube material properties, as well as FCU sizes, operating modes, and row types.
    • Iterated through each FCU coil data and performed calculations under various Eurovent test conditions.
    • Parsed simulation data and created scripts to export summarized Excel reports using Python.
  • Developed and implemented new methods that significantly improved the product design and system optimization process by integrating Python scripts with Excel datasheets.
    • Technically evaluated deviation permits and product design changes and ensured the continuity of Eurovent certification on fan coil units.
    • Improved the modular selection programs for Airovision and WinCoil products by developing improved model-based logic that pairs customer application performance requirements with matching products.
  • Performed analysis, defined requirements, and supported aeraulic and thermal testing on fan coil units.
  • Worked on defining new equipment calibration and operation procedures, and organized work among lab personal to ensure that tests are completed correctly, in a timely manner, and in accordance with regulatory standards.



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Mechanical Engineer - Freelance (Upwork)
Remote work during Covid shutdown
USA
Feb. 2020 to Sep. 2020


  • Python development, embedded system programming (C/C++), and mechanical system design.
  • Relevant Freelance Projects:
    • Designed and developed the code of a hidden door linear actuator, driver, and control panel.
    • Wrote the embedded code for an AC relay driver panel with user programmable 7 day rolling window.
    • Designed and selected the components of a telescoping optical thermometer for Covid-19 screening.



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Graduate Student Researcher
Colorado School of Mines
Colorado, USA
Feb. to Dec.2019


  • Created multiple Colorado School of Mines HVAC building models on OpenStudio.
    • Modeled multiple school of mines buildings in OpenStudio using mechanical drawings.
    • Adjusting model parameters for main and secondary equipment using building automation system data.
    • Validated the model against billing data for electricity, cooling, and heating loads.
  • Analyzed chiller and building energy load data on a central plant loop for multiple Colorado School of Mines buildings.
    • Calculated the electric and cooling loads for the buildings and chillers in a central plant using sensor data from the building automation system.
    • Determined the contribution of several buildings and chillers on the total energy load.
  • Performed a study to evaluate the use of vehicle to grid technology as a solution to grid instability problems.
    • Simulated a set of residential units using BEOpt and scaled the set to simulate the entire grid.
    • Recreated a problematic daily demand curve on a grid level (Duck Curve).
    • Simulated the effect of vehicle to grid use on battery degradation over time.
    • Studied the effect of optimized vs. unoptimized charging of the vehicle on the grid.
    • Calculated the vehicle to grid adoption costs and a time of use electric utility schedule to balance it out.
Campus Energy Project - Summary

Electric Vehicle Energy Storage as a Solution to the Duck Curve Problem - Report

Electric Vehicle Energy Storage as a Solution to the Duck Curve Problem - Presentation




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Mechanical Project Engineer
Dağgaz Gas Odorizing and Chemical Dosing Systems
Kocaeli, Türkiye
Jan. to Aug. 2018


  • Designed Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID) for odorizing and chemical injection systems.
  • Created and managed material lists for designed systems.
  • Examined and analysed tender documents.
  • Wrote up technical quotations with summary of the deliverables for multiple projects.



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Mechanical Engineer - Intern
Queen Alia International Airport (AIG)
Amman, Jordan
Jun. to Sept. 2016


  • Received hands on HVAC engineering training at the central utility plant HVAC unit.
  • Gained some design for manufacturing experience at the workshop and welding unit.
  • Worked alongside engineers in the wastewater treatment plant, studied requirements, and became familiar with the filtering and disinfection process.





Education


Colorado School of Mines
M.Sc. Mechanical Engineering
[ Thermal Fluid Systems ]
Dec. 2019

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Jordan University of Science and Technology
B.Sc. Mechanical Engineering
[ Thermal Power ]
Jan. 2017

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Projects

Designed and analysed a passive electric vehicle battery cooling solution.


  • A single prismatic cell of a lithium ion battery was modeled along with an integrated cooling fin.
  • The single cell model was expanded to a full battery pack simulation using symmetry conditions.
  • The effectiveness of the cooling solution was assessed at different vehicle speeds using CFD.
Passive Electric Vehicle Battery Thermal Management Solution Passive Electric Vehicle Battery Thermal Management Solution
Passive Electric Vehicle Battery Thermal Management Solution - Report
Passive Electric Vehicle Battery Thermal Management Solution - Presentation

Projects

Performed a computational fluid dynamic analysis on a Francis turbine blade design using ANSYS CFX.


  • Optimized meshing parameters and generated the mesh for the geometry.
  • Setup the solver parameters then configured boundary and initial conditions.
  • Validated the Francis turbine model against prior work.
  • Showed different case studies for different mass flow rates and studied pressures variations.
Fluid Dynamic Analysis on a Francis Turbine Blade Design
Fluid Dynamic Analysis on a Francis Turbine Blade Design
Fluid Dynamic Analysis on a Francis Turbine Blade Design - Report

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Performed a transient CFD analysis on air distribution through a house using ANSYS Fluent.


  • Created a geometry of the conditioned space in ANSYS design modeler.
  • Optimized meshing parameters and setup the solver parameters with the boundary conditions.
  • Simulated the model and created velocity contours and streamline plots.
Transient CFD Analysis on Air Distribution Through a House

Projects

Used BEOpt to perform an energy footprint optimization study on a fitted house model.


  • Modeled my apartment using BEOpt (a 2-story apartment unit).
  • Calibrated the model to match measured utility data.
  • Found the most cost-effective retrofit package that will reduce energy usage while having a low payback period.
Energy Footprint Optimization Study on a Fitted House Model
Energy Footprint Optimization Study on a Fitted House Model - Report

Projects

Won first place at Alarko holding for participating in the "new idea competition" with the project titled "Model-Based Component Matching & Thermal Simulation"


  • Developed a model-based component matching system for Direct Expansion (DX) coils to calculate capacity, superheat temperature, two-phase fraction and mass flow while focusing on achieving a target superheat temperature using ACHP library and iterative methods.
  • conducted simulations of water coils under various Eurovent test conditions for Alarko Fan Coil Units (FCU) to find water side pressure drop, water flow rate, condensate flow rate, total, sensible and latent heats. Both DX and FCU water coil calculations were done using Python while considering various factors such as water and air properties, coil geometry, and operating conditions.
Model-Based Component Matching & Thermal Simulation

Projects

Created a balancing robot with obstacle avoidance.


  • Designed the mechanical assembly of the robot using Fusion 360 and adjusted component placement to increase the moment of inertia while minimizing weight.
  • Assembled the robot and built the circuit to measure distance from an ultrasonic sensor, read inertial data from an IMU, and drive two motors.
  • Programmed an Arduino microcontroller to balance the robot using a PID feedback loop and avoid obstacles.
Balancing Robot with Obstacle Avoidance

Skills

  • Computer Skills:

    • CAD, FEA and CFD packages: PTC Creo, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, ANSYS CFX, ANSYS Fluent.
    • Programming languages: Python, Arduino (C/C++), MATLAB, EES, PTC Mathcad, HTML/CSS.
    • HVAC thermal modeling and simulation: OpenStudio, BEOpt, Airovision Builder, WinCoil, Coil PC, IPM.


  • Engineering Skills:

    • Thermodynamic systems analysis and design (HVAC, Engines, Combustion, chemical and phase equilibrium).
    • HVAC system design and building energy modeling.
    • Design and simulation of fluid mechanical systems.
    • Budgeting and engineering economic skills.
    • Finite element analysis of mechanical and thermal systems
    • Mathematical modeling and basic control design of dynamic systems.
    • Working knowledge of strain gauges, differential amplifiers, oscilloscopes, and other instrumentation equipment.
    • Ability to work on advanced algebraic, differential, numerical and nonlinear mathematical problems.
    • Battery and fuel cell design and simulation.


  • Languages:

    • Arabic: Native proficiency.
    • English: Full professional working proficiency.
    • Turkish: Limited working proficiency.