CV
Below is an overview of my academic background, research experience, and technical expertise. You can download the full PDF version of my CV using the button above.
Basics
| Name | Faiq Shahbaz |
| Label | CFD Engineer | Turbulence Modeling | HPC | Scientific ML |
| faiqshahbaz726@outlook.com | |
| Phone | +92-3324793085 |
| Url | https://github.com/FaiqShahbaz |
| Summary | CFD engineer specializing in turbulence modeling, HPC workflows, and scientific machine learning, with benchmark-driven studies and large parametric simulation campaigns. |
Work
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2025.05 - Present Islamabad, Pakistan
CFD Support Engineer
BetaCodes (Formerly Forbmax)
Provide CFD and HPC support for users and workflows at the KAUST Supercomputing Laboratory.
- Support CFD research and engineering users by diagnosing simulation issues, improving modeling workflows, and advising on best practices.
- Design and deliver hands-on training sessions, including development of instructional materials for CFD and HPC workflows.
- Assist with administration and performance optimization of a dedicated CFD cluster, including environment setup, troubleshooting, and resource management.
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2024.07 - 2025.05 Islamabad, Pakistan
Research Associate
Computational Aeronautics Lab (CAL), NUST
Led design and development of a small-scale ducted wind turbine, from CFD-based optimization to experimental validation.
- Performed CFD-driven design and optimization for low wind-speed operating conditions.
- Supported fabrication and experimental testing of the optimized prototype and compared results with simulation predictions.
- Developed repeatable pre/post-processing and automation workflows to accelerate design iterations.
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2024.07 - 2024.10 Islamabad, Pakistan
Intern
Dense Fusion
Worked on numerical solver development and HPC workflows using PETSc and OpenFOAM.
- Implemented transport-equation solvers in Python with MPI for parallel execution.
- Customized OpenFOAM solvers and conducted performance and scalability experiments.
- Collaborated on computational methods workshop materials with KAUST faculty.
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2021.11 - 2022.01 Islamabad, Pakistan
Intern
Aviation Training Hub
Assisted in mechanical diagnostics and maintenance operations of aircraft systems.
- Troubleshot aircraft systems and improved operational workflows.
- Coordinated with engineering teams to support maintenance tasks.
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2021.08 - 2021.09 Kamra, Pakistan
Intern
Pakistan Aeronautical Complex
Explored the complete process of aircraft manufacturing, system installation, and interdepartmental coordination.
- Observed aircraft component assembly and system integration.
- Gained experience working in multidisciplinary engineering teams.
Education
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2023.09 - 2025.07 Islamabad, Pakistan
Master of Science
National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST)
Computational Science & Engineering
- Advanced Fluid Mechanics
- CFD-I
- CFD-II
- 3D Geometric Modeling and Reconstruction
- Computational Linear Algebra & Optimization
- Applied Mathematics
- Data Analysis & Statistics
- High Performance Computing for Computational Engineering
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2018.09 - 2022.07 Islamabad, Pakistan
Bachelor of Science
Institute of Space Technology (IST)
Aerospace Engineering
- Aerodynamics
- Computational Methods
- Aircraft Design
Certificates
| Unsupervised Learning, Reinforcement Learning | ||
| Stanford/DeepLearning.AI | 2024-12 |
| PyCATIA Module | ||
| Udemy | 2024-11 |
| Advanced Learning Algorithms | ||
| Stanford/DeepLearning.AI | 2024-11 |
| Supervised Machine Learning: Regression and Classification | ||
| Stanford/DeepLearning.AI | 2024-07 |
| Optimization Onramp | ||
| MathWorks | 2024-05 |
| Predictive Modeling and Machine Learning with MATLAB | ||
| MathWorks | 2023-11 |
Skills
| Programming Languages | |
| Python | |
| MATLAB | |
| C++ | |
| C |
| CFD & Simulation Tools | |
| OpenFOAM | |
| DAFoam | |
| ANSYS Fluent | |
| STAR-CCM+ | |
| ICEM CFD | |
| Pointwise |
| Scientific Computing & HPC | |
| MPI | |
| PETSc | |
| Linux | |
| Bash | |
| Parallel computing | |
| Performance profiling |
| Machine Learning | |
| PyTorch | |
| PyTorch Geometric | |
| scikit-learn | |
| NumPy | |
| Pandas | |
| Jupyter |
| Developer Tools | |
| Git | |
| Docker | |
| LaTeX | |
| Visual Studio Code | |
| PyCharm |
| CAD & Modeling | |
| CATIA | |
| OpenVSP | |
| Blender | |
| Simulink |
| Professional Skills | |
| Technical documentation | |
| Training & mentoring | |
| Problem-solving | |
| Team collaboration |
References
| Dr. Rooh Khurram | |
| Computational Scientist, Senior Member AIAA KAUST Supercomputing Laboratory, Thuwal, Saudi Arabia |
| Dr. Shahzad Rasool | |
| Associate Professor & Head of Department School of Interdisciplinary Engineering & Sciences (SINES), NUST |
| Dr. Ammar Mushtaq | |
| Associate Professor School of Interdisciplinary Engineering & Sciences (SINES), NUST |
Volunteer
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2020.01 - 2022.04 Islamabad, Pakistan
Director
Space Society IST
Led student technical society organizing aerospace-related academic and outreach events.
- Directed planning and execution of campus-wide technical and space outreach events.
- Collaborated with faculty and external organizations to host guest lectures and exhibitions.
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2020 - 2020 Islamabad, Pakistan
Manager
IST Youth Carnival (IYC)
Oversaw organization and planning of cultural and academic events for IST Youth Carnival.
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2020 - 2020 Islamabad, Pakistan
Manager
International Conference on Aerospace Science and Engineering (ICASE)
Managed event coordination for one of IST's major aerospace conferences.
- Coordinated logistics, speaker sessions, and academic paper submissions.
- Worked with multi-functional teams to ensure smooth event operations.
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2019 - 2019 Islamabad, Pakistan
Languages
| English | |
| IELTS 7.5 (CEFR C1) |
| Urdu | |
| Native |
Interests
| Hobbies | |
| Reading | |
| Hiking | |
| Badminton | |
| Travel |