Mr. Aqeel Farooq, University College Dublin ,Ireland
Aqeel Farooq is a competent electrical engineer, adept at designing, developing, and maintaining electrical systems with a keen focus on economy, safety, reliability, quality, and sustainability. His consistent track record includes successfully completing projects from concept and design to implementation, testing, and handover. Currently, Aqeel is a Ph.D. candidate/scholar at the School of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, UCD, Dublin, demonstrating his commitment to advancing his expertise.
Professional Profiles:
Education:
Embarking on a journey marked by intellectual curiosity and a passion for innovation, Aqeel Farooq pursued a Ph.D. in ENGINEERING at the School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, UCD Dublin (2022 – 2025). 🌐 His research focus revolves around “Emerging Technologies,” specifically delving into the integration of Visible Light Communication (VLC), Hybrid Li-Fi, and Smart Energy Mechanisms in Wireless Communication. 🚀 Complementing his doctoral pursuit, Aqeel earned a Certificate in Leadership in Digitalisation of Manufacturing (Level 9, 2022 – 2023) from the College of Engineering & Built Environment. 🏭 This certificate enriched his knowledge with courses in Digitalisation of Manufacturing and Industry-Based Digitalisation Case-Study. 🛠️ Despite facing a detour, Aqeel’s academic resilience is evident in his earlier attempt at a Ph.D. by thesis in ENGINEERING at the School of Science, Computing, and Engineering Technologies, Swinburne University of Technology, Australia (2020 – 2021). 🔄 Undeterred, he continued his academic journey and achieved a Bachelor of Science in ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING (2011 – 2015) from the Department of Electrical Engineering, Main Campus, UET, Lahore, with a concentration in Power. ⚡ This educational trajectory underscores Aqeel’s commitment to exploring cutting-edge technologies and contributing to the advancement of electrical engineering.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
In the dynamic realm of embedded systems, Aqeel Farooq has showcased his expertise and commitment through roles that illuminate his professional journey. As an Embedded System Engineer at Gentian Health Ltd in Ireland since February 17, 2023, he navigates the intricacies of cutting-edge technologies, contributing to the development of innovative solutions in the healthcare domain. 🌐 Prior to this, at MikroStar Tech Pvt. Ltd. from January 1, 2019, to December 25, 2021, Aqeel honed his skills and left an indelible mark in the field of embedded systems. 🚀 His roles in these positions involve working with diverse microcontroller units (MCUs), sensors, actuators, and hardware modules, attesting to his proficiency in the intricacies of electronic design and development. 💻 Aqeel’s journey as an Embedded System Engineer reflects not only a wealth of technical knowledge but also a passion for pushing the boundaries of innovation.
Research Interest:
His research interests include Data Acquisition (DAQ) devices, Smart Cities, Virtual Reality, and Control & Communication Systems.
Awards & Honors:
Aqeel has garnered numerous accolades, including being a Microsoft Certified Professional, Preferred Freelancer, and receiving certifications from IEEE Authorship, Digiskills.com, PEC, and more.
Projects:
His project portfolio is extensive, ranging from prototype design of discrete operational amplifiers to the implementation of smart grids and SCADA-based control systems for advanced process laboratorial equipment.
Memberships & Affiliations:
Aqeel is an active member of professional organizations such as The Institution of Engineering and Technology (The IET), UET Robotics Club (URC), Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC), and Engineers Ireland, reflecting his commitment to the engineering community.
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