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Saif Elsaady, engineer, builder, and researcher and PhD candidate in Electrical Engineering
Hello, I'm Saif

PhD candidate in Electrical Engineering, 4.0 GPA across all degrees. Former engineer at Intel, Honeywell Aerospace, and Siemens EDA. I work across AI and machine learning, data science, and software engineering. 

Education

PhD

Electrical Engineering

Arizona State University

In progress, focused on yield uncertainty in semiconductor manufacturing.

MSE

Electrical Engineering

Arizona State University

Graduated with Distinction (4.0 GPA) · Graduate Spotlight Feature

MS

Electrical Engineering

Arizona State University

Graduated with Distinction (4.0 GPA)

BSE

Electrical Systems Engineering

Arizona State University

Graduated Summa Cum Laude (4.0 GPA)

BS

Data Science (Mathematics)

Arizona State University

Graduated Summa Cum Laude (4.0 GPA)

Experience

Experience across semiconductor, aerospace, and AI.

Signal Integrity Engineer

Siemens EDA

  • Developed an automated signal integrity and power integrity validation system using Python Tkinter GUI.
  • Automated DRC for differential pairs using Python/Linux tooling, resulting in ~90% reduction in review time.

Product Development Engineer

Intel Corporation

  • Engineered a synthetic data pipeline using Python, generating 10,000+ test graphs, enabling scalable CNN training.
  • Developed an 8-layer CNN architecture using Python (PyTorch, SciPy, L2 regularization), achieving 92.43% accuracy.

Data Scientist Researcher

USAA

  • Analyzed customer data using Python with K-means and NLP, improving satisfaction by 10% through insights.
  • Conducted EDA on thousands of call transcripts with clustering algorithms, reducing friction scores by 15%.

Electrical Engineer

Honeywell Aerospace

  • Automated avionics workflows using Python and JIRA, reducing test cycle time by 50% through optimization.
  • Developed a data pipeline using Python on NVIDIA JETSON, reducing latency by 1s for signal communications on UAVs.

Teaching Assistant & Grader

Arizona State University

  • Delivered instruction across 20+ STEM courses using workshops and labs, resulting in improved student performance.
  • Designed and revised course materials and syllabi, resulting in clearer learning outcomes.

Tutoring Assistant

Mountain Pointe High School

  • Supported classroom instruction using guided problem-solving, resulting in stronger foundational skills.
  • Mentored students individually, resulting in increased academic confidence.

Signal Integrity Engineer

Siemens EDA

  • Developed an automated signal integrity and power integrity validation system using Python Tkinter GUI.
  • Automated DRC for differential pairs using Python/Linux tooling, resulting in ~90% reduction in review time.

Product Development Engineer

Intel Corporation

  • Engineered a synthetic data pipeline using Python, generating 10,000+ test graphs, enabling scalable CNN training.
  • Developed an 8-layer CNN architecture using Python (PyTorch, SciPy, L2 regularization), achieving 92.43% accuracy.

Data Scientist Researcher

USAA

  • Analyzed customer data using Python with K-means and NLP, improving satisfaction by 10% through insights.
  • Conducted EDA on thousands of call transcripts with clustering algorithms, reducing friction scores by 15%.

Electrical Engineer

Honeywell Aerospace

  • Automated avionics workflows using Python and JIRA, reducing test cycle time by 50% through optimization.
  • Developed a data pipeline using Python on NVIDIA JETSON, reducing latency by 1s for signal communications on UAVs.

Teaching Assistant & Grader

Arizona State University

  • Delivered instruction across 20+ STEM courses using workshops and labs, resulting in improved student performance.
  • Designed and revised course materials and syllabi, resulting in clearer learning outcomes.

Tutoring Assistant

Mountain Pointe High School

  • Supported classroom instruction using guided problem-solving, resulting in stronger foundational skills.
  • Mentored students individually, resulting in increased academic confidence.
Capabilities

Skills & Certifications

Grouped by domain, with the tools I reach for in each.

AI & Machine Learning

ML pipelines, agents, and intelligent tools

  • Python (pandas, NumPy, TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn)
  • Custom ML model training, deployment, and monitoring
  • NLP pipelines, text classification, sentiment analysis
  • Agent building: LangChain, LangGraph, OpenAI Agents SDK, MCP servers
  • RAG pipelines, prompt engineering, fine-tuning
  • Workflow automation: Zapier, n8n, Make.com

Data Science & Forecasting

Predictive modeling, time-series, statistical analysis

  • Time-series forecasting (XGBoost, SVR, ARIMA, Prophet)
  • Neural networks, CNN architectures, transfer learning
  • PCA, t-SNE, dimensionality reduction
  • R (tidyverse, ggplot2, randomForest, Shiny)
  • SQL, JMP, SPC, DOE, statistical inference

Software & Web Engineering

Full-stack web, tools, and dashboards

  • Next.js, React, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS
  • Shopify, WordPress, custom CMS builds
  • Internal tools, dashboards, and automation
  • SEO optimization, Google Business, analytics setup
  • Responsive design, performance optimization, Vercel deployment

Hardware & Embedded Systems

PCB design, signal integrity, firmware

  • C++, Verilog, PERL, MATLAB, Simulink
  • I2C, SPI, UART, CAN, PWM protocols
  • PCB design (Cadence), DFM, signal integrity analysis
  • Linux (Shell, Bash), NVIDIA JETSON, ATE
  • Oscilloscopes, multimeters, lab instrumentation, soldering

Certifications

High Speed Signal Integrity Principles

Siemens EDA

Issued: May 2025

AI Foundations

Intel Corporation

Electrical Safety

Intel Corporation

Responsible Conduct of Research

CITI Program

Credential ID: 67231577

Introduction to R

DataCamp

Credential ID: 35658541

Introduction to the TidyVerse

DataCamp

Credential ID: 35686923

Lean Six Sigma Overview

Intel Corporation

Process Control Systems

Intel Corporation

Quality Issue Management

Intel Corporation

Reporting with R Markdown

DataCamp

Credential ID: 35673667

SPC++ Basics

Intel Corporation

Machine Learning & Deep Learning In Python

Udemy

Voices

What People Say

7+ recommendations from 4 companies: engineers, managers, and clients across Intel, Honeywell, and beyond.

Reach Out

Get In Touch

Let's talk.

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