ايه هيكل

Education

Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering (Ongoing)

Affiliation: Electrical Power & Machines Department, Faculty of Engineering, Ain Shams University

M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering (Power & Control)

Affiliation: Faculty of Engineering, Benha University

B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering (Power & Control)

Affiliation: Faculty of Engineering, Benha University
 

Professional experience

1. Assistant Lecturer & Ph.D. Researcher – Electrical Power Engineering, High Valley Institute for Engineering & Technology (Nov 2016 – Present)

• Conduct research on renewable energy systems, AI-driven forecasting, intelligent optimization, and techno-economic assessment of smart energy infrastructures, with expertise in MATLAB/Simulink, Python modeling, and simulation of power networks.

• Experienced in control systems design and circuit simulation for modeling, analyzing, and optimizing electrical and power systems.

• Supervise undergraduate graduation projects, guide students in technical research, methodology, and academic presentations, and provide constructive feedback to strengthen learning outcomes.

• Contribute to curriculum development, program accreditation, and internal quality assurance to maintain and enhance academic program standards.

2. Electrical Design Engineer (Remote)

• Designed comprehensive power generation systems, including single-line diagrams (SLDs) and layout drawings.

• Conducted load estimation and specified suitable equipment for a range of power infrastructure projects.

• Collaborated remotely with engineering teams to review, validate, and finalize technical documentation.

Published research

1. Robust Techno-Economic Optimization of Energy Hubs Under Uncertainty Using Active Learning with Artificial Neural Networks, Sci Rep 15, 27197 (2025).

          https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-025-12358-z.

2. A Unified Forecasting and Optimization Framework for Sustainable Smart Energy Systems, 26^th International Middle East Power Systems Conference (MEPCON),2025 (accepted). 

3. Voltage Stability Enrichment in DC Microgrids with UPFC Compensator and Artificial Neural Networks, 25^th International Middle East Power Systems Conference, 2024 https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/10850377

4. Intelligent Fuzzy-Based Controllers for Voltage Stability Enhancement of AC-DC Micro-Grid with D-STATCOM, Alexandria Engineering Journal, Volume 61, Issue 3, March 2022, pp. 2260–2293.

          https://doi.org/10.1016/j.aej.2021.07.012

Recent courses

1. AI and Machine Learning” Diploma by London Innovation Academy (LIA)”

•  covering Python programming, exploratory data analysis (EDA), fundamentals of machine learning and deep learning (ANN), including forward and backward propagation, loss functions, optimization techniques, dropout, callbacks, weights initialization, activation functions, and an introduction to Machine Learning Operations (MLOps), and model deployment. Completed in June–Oct 2025 with a grade of Excellent.

2. Solar Energy Training Course (30 Hours) by Engovation & The Egyptian Engineers Syndicate

•  covered fundamentals and practical applications of solar energy systems, including photovoltaic technologies, system design, installation, and performance evaluation. Completed in Jul–Aug 2025 with a grade of Excellent.

3. Currently enrolled in “Python for Optimization: From Basics to Pyomo & MEALPy” on Udemy

• Mastering Python programming, covering mathematical optimization, including Pyomo, MEALPy, and real-world AI optimization projects.

Technical skills

1. Simulation & Design

• MATLAB/Simulink

• Python-based modeling

• PSCAD (Power system and electronic circuit simulation)

• ETAP

2. Software Tools & Certifications

• Fundamentals of Digital Transformation Certificate

 - Supreme Council of Universities – Center of Knowledge & E-Services
Completed full program (5 mandatory modules + 2 electives: Mobile Apps, Networks)

• ICDL Certified

• Scientific Writing for PhD and MD Students

-   Ain Shams University – Center of Public Service and Social Development

• Test of English Language Proficiency (TELP)

-   Ain Shams University – Center of Public Service and Social Development– Score: 580

Language Skills

• English

-   Professional proficiency (TELP Score: 580)

• Arabic

-   Native / Basic proficiency

Core Competencies

• Project Management & Planning

• Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving

• Time Management & Multitasking

• Creativity & Innovation in Design

• Team Leadership & Interpersonal Communication