Mechanical Engineering Intern / CAD & Field Inspector

Khalid Khider

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Education

University of Delaware - B.S Mechanical Engineering May 2027 Newark, Delaware

Skills

Software: SolidWorks, AutoCAD, MATLAB, Python and Proficient in MS Office Hands-on: Robotics Assembly, Mechanical prototyping, Manual Mill and 3D Printer Experience

Whiting Turner Contracting Company June 2024 - August 2024 Engineering Intern Newark, DE

• Collaborated with project stakeholders to verify installations and complete comprehensive quality inspections 8.000+ sq ft of lab and cleanroom space

• Utilized Procore, Bluebeam, and Excel to meticulously track RFIs, submittals, and daily progress for STA Pharmaceutical facility expansion

• Applied project management software and tools to track progress, manage timelines, and report to senior leadership

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including engineers, subcontractors, and project stakeholders, to achieve project goals

KCI Technologies INC. May 2023 - August 2023

Construction inspector Newark, DE

• Executed daily field inspections and surveys, collecting precise measurements, sketches, and photographs to ensure full contractor compliance with Del DOT Standards

• Engineered design markups, material takeoffs, and cost estimates for roadway and drainage improvement projects using AutoCAD and Excel

• Identified and resolved grading elevation and utility layout discrepancies (up to 0.5 inches), preventing potential construction errors and rework

• Conducted site visits and collected data(measurements, sketches, notes and photographs) of the project as well as communicated with client(s) and workers on the projects field on a limited basis Projects / Research

Underwater Swimming Robot Project Delaware Space Grant Consortium June 2025 - August 2025

• Engineered a 3D CAD model of an underwater robot in SolidWorks, resulting in an 18% gain in hydrodynamic efficiency

• Collaborated with a five-person interdisciplinary team to successfully integrate sensors and propulsion systems for autonomous motion

• Delivered a fully functional prototype that completed underwater course testing at target efficiency around .90

• Developed and tested custom control algorithms to enhance navigation stability and depth-tracking in turbulent conditions

Leadership

National Society of Black Engineers May 2023 – Present General Member University of Delaware Chapter

• Supported peer mentorship for first-year engineering students on coursework, internships, and professional skills

• Established valuable connections with like-minded individuals, industry professionals, and potential mentors to help guide my career path and aspirations

• Partnered with three corporate sponsors (DuPont, Chemours, W.L. Gore) to provide mentorship, technical talks, and internship exposure for members

• Actively promoted diversity and inclusion within the engineering field, aligning with NSBE’s mission to increase representation and support for Black engineers

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