Danish Iqbal
Computational Engineer
Professional Experience
Freelance & Skill Building
March 2024 — present
- Automating and optimizing IT operational workflows for an e-commerce platform.
- Pursuing self-directed study in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Data Science.
Research Assistant | University of Duisburg-Essen, Essen, Germany
August 2017 — March 2024
- Designed, developed, and implemented a novel numerical method in MATLAB for multi-physics simulation.
- Utilized ANSYS, Abaqus, and FEAP for advanced simulations, including scripting for automation and customization.
- Taught graduate courses in Structural Dynamics and programming with ANSYS, Fortran, C++, and Python.
- Supervised three master's one bachelor's theses on diverse topics in computational mechanics.
- Managed an e-learning project to digitize course content and develop tools like inverted classroom and virtual labs.
Visiting Researcher | Federation University, Ballarat, Australia
January 2020 — March 2020
- Collaborated between the University of Duisburg-Essen and Federation University to advance joint research initiatives under the Australia-Germany Joint Research Cooperation (DAAD-PPP).
- Implemented the extension of the Scaled Boundary Finite Element Method to model thermoelastic fracture in special-purpose engineering materials.
Student Assistant | University of Duisburg-Essen, Essen, Germany
January 2017 — March 2017
- Developed a special-purpose polygon-based finite element (Scaled Boundary Finite Element) in FORTRAN.
- Integrated the element subroutine into an open-source software FEAPpv.
Student Worker | Mercedes-Benz Group AG, Düsseldorf, Germany
June 2015 — October 2015
- Executed spot welding with jigs and performed automotive assembly line tasks.
Student Worker | Mercedes-Benz Group AG, Rastatt, Germany
October 2014 — December 2014
- Carried out production tasks on automotive assembly line.
Logistics Assistant | Amazon Deutschland Services GmbH, Rheinberg, Germany
December 2013 — December 2013
- Scanned items and prepared them for packaging.
Internship | Karachi Tools, Dies & Moulds Center, Karachi, Pakistan
June 2011 — July 2011
- Practical training in CAD/CAM and nitriding heat treatment.