SABRINA JOHNSON
Germantown,MD
Summary
Detail-oriented Mechanical Engineering graduate with a passion for innovative technology, product development, and cross-functional collaboration. Skilled in electrical systems analysis, team leadership, documentation, and testing. Recognized for proactive problem-solving, implementing process improvements, and providing guidance to team members. Actively seeking full-time opportunities in engineering or product roles to further professional growth and make significant contributions to the organization.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Safety Team Lead & Engineer
Whisker Labs
04.2022 - Current
- Led troubleshooting and analysis of electrical systems to identify hazards, using real-time data analytics and circuit diagnostics
- Prevented over 2,000 potential home electrical fires by identifying arcing events early through Ting devices
- Saved insurance partners an estimated $3.5M+ in damages through proactive intervention
- Supervised and mentored a team of 6 engineers; created training programs and lesson plans to improve onboarding and performance
- Streamlined workflows through automation and development of internal tools, reducing task completion time by 30%
- Collaborated cross-functionally with electricians, R&D teams, and customers to improve device accuracy and experience
- Created feedback systems that improved team communication and data quality across departments
Teaching Assistant, Dynamics
University of Maryland
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Instructed 100+ undergraduate students in foundational mechanical engineering concepts including kinematics, energy conservation, and momentum, helping improve class comprehension and engagement.
- Assisted in proctoring and grading over 500 exams and assignments; collaborated in weekly meetings with 3 professors to streamline coursework delivery and grading efficiency.
Research Intern
National Institutes of Health
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Conducted lab research on Humanin fibers and their interaction with apoptosis-related proteins BAX and BID
- Ran and analyzed data using NMR, MS, and EM tools
- Co-authored two peer-reviewed papers: PMC6916494, 33106313
Research Intern
National Cancer Institute
06.2016 - 08.2016
- Contributed to a research project focused on RNA export and genome packaging processes related to HIV/AIDS prevention, analyzing data from over 20+ experimental trials.
- Independently performed gel electrophoresis and interpreted results across 15+ lab sessions under the guidance of a senior researcher.
Education
B.S. - Mechanical Engineering, Global Engineering Leadership
University of Maryland
College Park, MD03.2021
Skills
- Proficient in MATLAB, Python, & C , SolidWorks, & Autodesk Inventor
- Advanced Microsoft Office & Google Suite Skills
- Advanced experience with Zendesk, Slack, & Kintone
- Electrical Risk Identification & Hazard Analysis Expertise
- Effective Team Leadership, Project Management, & Customer Relations
- Analytical Problem-Solving & Data analysis
- Effective Metadata Implementation
- Digital Audio Workstation & Melodyne Expertise
Websites
Leadership Extracurriculars
- Public Relations Chair, Beta Psi Omega, 2020
- Dancer, Moksha (Indian Classical Dance Team)
- Vice President, Class of 2017 (Student Government Association)
International Experience
- London, UK, 01/01/2019, 05/31/2019, Studied colonialism, migration, and resistance in British imperial history.
- Sydney, Australia, 12/01/2018, 02/28/2019, Participated in International Business in Engineering program; developed cross-cultural and technical communication skills.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Tamil
Full Professional
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Fire Safety Team Lead & Engineer
Whisker Labs
04.2022 - Current
Teaching Assistant, Dynamics
University of Maryland
08.2020 - 05.2021
Research Intern
National Institutes of Health
06.2019 - 08.2019
Research Intern
National Cancer Institute
06.2016 - 08.2016
B.S. - Mechanical Engineering, Global Engineering Leadership
University of Maryland
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