Resume – Yalla Fares

Resume

Work Experience & Education

Oct 2025 - Present

Specialist Design Engineer

Beko Europe - Arctic | Găești, România

Managing end-to-end packaging design for all product ranges, including sustainability initiatives and IKEA-specific requirements.
Developing and optimized constructive documentation for new and modernized products, ensuring technical competitiveness and cost-effectiveness.
Standardizing sub-assemblies and components, contributing to efficiency and consistency in design and production.
Providing technical assistance for prototypes and serial production, proposing modifications to simplify execution and assembly processes.
Actively identifying and implementing improvement opportunities to optimize resources (processes, costs, time) and enhance product quality.

May 2022 - Oct 2025

Project Engineer

Beko Europe - Arctic | Găești, România

Engaged in a multifaceted rotation program, acquiring expertise across five technical departments.
Spearheaded cost-saving projects, ensuring objectives align with time and budget constraints.
Collaborated cross-departmentally, leveraging shared expertise for optimal outcomes.

Sep 2019 - May 2022

Technical Engineer

Al-Baath University | Homs, Syria

Directed cross-functional teams in optimizing network infrastructure, system configurations, and facility projects, ensuring 100% alignment with industry best practices.
Chaired the Procurement Committee, efficiently managing the acquisition of technical equipment and negotiating favorable contractor agreements, resulting in cost efficiencies and timely project delivery.
Enhanced network security and system performance through proactive monitoring, policy implementation, and strategic adjustments, improving system reliability by an estimated 15%.
Spearheaded technical evaluations and project assessments, contributing to the successful completion of numerous university-wide projects.
Fostered collaboration between IT and engineering teams, streamlining operations and enhancing project execution efficiency by 20%.
Applied expertise in engineering, project management, and procurement to drive continuous improvement in university facilities and technical operations.

Feb 2018 - Sep 2019

Automation Project Manager

TekVal International Inc. - Smart | Damascus, Syria

Managed a robust team of 50+ members, consistently achieving collective work objectives and project deadlines.
Spearheaded infrastructure projects across 120+ Gas Stations, overseeing the successful implementation of automation systems.
Enhanced equipment efficiency by implementing preventive maintenance programs, reducing downtime by 25%.
Implemented operational streamlining through innovative methods and procedures, improving overall project delivery by 15%.
Collaborated at the cross-departmental level to achieve quality and operational improvements, ensuring project success and client satisfaction.

Aug 2016 - Jan 2018

Power Site Engineer

Syriatel Telecom Company | Homs, Syria

Led the central area's power operations, ensuring design and code compliance for critical telecommunications infrastructure.
Managed contractor performance and maintenance tasks, significantly reducing project delays by 20% through effective oversight and communication.
Streamlined documentation processes with detailed facility power work reports, improving reporting efficiency and accuracy.
Championed proactive system modifications, ensuring optimal power system performance and reliability.
Collaborated in technical assessments, contributing to efficient project contracting and resource allocation.

Part-Time

2019 - 2022

University Lecturer

Al-Baath University

Conducted undergraduate courses in Electrical and Mechanical Engineeringat the Faculty of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering on the subjects of:

Volunteering

2017

Co-founder and Team Leader

Helmcoon

Coordinating with all parties to accomplish our goal to engage the community in the rebuilding process.
Planned and organized (Cycling for Peace) event in Homs 4 times.
Responsible for the team's Visual Identity.