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Aisha Hanif

Aisha Hanif

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Interim Project Manager

  • Education

    • Pleckgate High School

      2011 - 2016
      GCSE's

      4 A*s achieved for subjects including Maths and English.5 As achieved in subjects including Chemistry and Physics.

    • Cranfield University

      2022 - 2023
      Advanced Motorsport Engineering (MSc)

      • Key topics studied: Business of Motorsport, Electronics and Data Acquisition and Vehicle Dynamics.• Completed a group project designing a sustainably fuelled world rally cross car and worked as the team’s Project Manager. Awarded both the ‘Most Credible Engineering Solution’ and ‘What I Would Pay to Watch’ by Racecar Engineering Magazine and Motorsport UK.• Thesis work involved developing and investigating a package to improve the robustness of tyre mounted sensors. This… Show more • Key topics studied: Business of Motorsport, Electronics and Data Acquisition and Vehicle Dynamics.• Completed a group project designing a sustainably fuelled world rally cross car and worked as the team’s Project Manager. Awarded both the ‘Most Credible Engineering Solution’ and ‘What I Would Pay to Watch’ by Racecar Engineering Magazine and Motorsport UK.• Thesis work involved developing and investigating a package to improve the robustness of tyre mounted sensors. This included designing both the mechanical and electronic aspects of the sensor package. • Organised trips for the Motorsport Engineering and Mechatronic courses to visit industry leaders, such as M-Sport and Xtrac.• Enjoyed working as part of a team of British Racing Drivers' Club (BRDC) buggy drivers at the 2023 Silverstone Grand Prix. • Organised and presented a talk on improving Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in engineering, with speakers from the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One team. Show less

    • The University of Manchester

      2018 - 2021
      BEng Chemical Engineering -

      Achieved a First Class Honours Degree.Key topics studied:• Fluid Dynamics.• Thermodynamics.• Material Science and Mechanical Design.Key group projects include:• Process Control project – led a team to build and tune PI and PID controllers to control a fluidised catalytic cracking unit (FCCU) using Simulink. • Catalytic Reaction project – worked in a team to simulate isothermal catalytic reaction of Toluene in different conditions using MATLAB and… Show more Achieved a First Class Honours Degree.Key topics studied:• Fluid Dynamics.• Thermodynamics.• Material Science and Mechanical Design.Key group projects include:• Process Control project – led a team to build and tune PI and PID controllers to control a fluidised catalytic cracking unit (FCCU) using Simulink. • Catalytic Reaction project – worked in a team to simulate isothermal catalytic reaction of Toluene in different conditions using MATLAB and analysed the results to identify optimum conditions. Show less

    • Cardinal Newman College Preston

      2016 - 2018
      A levels

      Mathematics (A) Chemistry (A)Biology (A) Extended Project Qualification (A*) - wrote a dissertation titled 'Will Lithium air batteries be the next 'superbatteries'? highly commended by the Cambridge Eye Trust Peter Watson International Scholarship.

  • Experience

    • The Manchester Metropolitan University

      Jun 2017 - Jul 2017
      Work Placement

      • Worked alongside chemistry PhD students at Manchester Metropolitan University to synthesise and analyse Hydroxyapatite. • Learnt to use different methods of analysis, such as nitrogen absorption and scanning electron microscopy. • Wrote an academic report detailing project findings and results.

    • Kumon UK

      Sept 2017 - Aug 2018
      Class Room Assistant

      • Mentored students aged 5 to 16 improve their English and Maths skills.

    • United in Manchester International Summer School

      Jul 2019 - Aug 2019
      Cultural Attaché

      • Managed a group of 18 prospective PhD students and helped them adjust to UK culture in both academic and social settings. • Organised trips and transport for students whilst having to adapt to changing situations.

    • The Faraday Institution

      Jul 2020 - Sept 2020
      Faraday Institution Summer Experience (FUSE) Intern

      • Created a computational model assessing environmental impacts of recycling Lithium-ion batteries.• Model assessed emissions of recycling different battery chemistries using various recycling methods.• Research poster showcasing model and project results highly commended by the Faraday Institution.

    • GKN Automotive

      Aug 2021 - Aug 2022
      Health and Technical Safety Co Ordinator

      • Led various projects to improve centre practices to comply with ISO45001, ISO14001 and ISO9001. Projects included; completing risk assessments, implementing a new QR code system, updating electrical safety documents and participating in internal audits.• Tested electric motors and analysed data to assess their capabilities including performing phase angle and thermal tests. • Assisted in the technical support offered by GKN Automotive to Jaguar TCS Racing.• Worked with vehicle integration team at MIRA Proving Ground on driveshaft testing of Polestar 2. • Programmed miniature oil rig to carry out specific functions using MoTec (Build, Tune and i2) and CAN software.• Developed company briefs and researched various companies to assess business compatibility for potential bid partnerships. • Shadowed Managing Director and Project Manager to learn more about business development and operational management of the centre.• Supported Formula Student teams from Oxford Brookes and University of Nottingham in race car development.• Volunteered to help race team at Fitzharrys School to race in Greenpower IET Formula 24 Challenge. Show less

    • Educational Institution

      Jun 2022 - Sept 2023
      Race Team Volunteer

      • Volunteered as a data engineer with WSR BTCC team during race weekends.• Worked as a mechanic in the MG Motor Car Club Championship and Monoposto Championship with Fern GP. • Shadowed data and control engineers at the MCE Ducati British Superbike and BTC Racing teams.

    • McLaren Applied

      Sept 2023 - Jul 2024
      Graduate Embedded Software Engineer

      • Worked in a fast paced environment to develop and maintain embedded code of ECUs used in Formula 1 and IndyCar using MATLAB and Simulink software.• Carried out hardware in the loop (HIL) testing to assess and validate ECU code, utilising System Monitor to programme and interface with the unit. Regularly used ATLAS software to analyse recorded data and troubleshoot the code. • Managed and completed assigned ticket issues to meet software release deadlines set by the FIA and Indycar governing bodies. • Led a team to create and manage the Applied Accelerated Network, a support network for female employees of McLaren Applied. Show less

    • SDO Associates

      Aug 2024 - Sept 2024
      Business Development Associate - Motorsport

      • Conducted market research assessing market size, growth and accessibility for new technologies in the motorsport industry.• Identified and presented business development opportunities for clients in the industry.

    • Ginetta Cars

      Oct 2024 - now
      Interim Project Manager

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • PRINCE2® Foundation Certification

      PeopleCert
      Apr 2025

    • IMechE Managing Engineering Projects

      Institution of Mechanical Engineers
      Oct 2021

    • PRINCE2® Practitioner

      PeopleCert
      Jun 2025

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Aisha Hanif
      The Manchester Leadership Programme - Gold Level 2020 The University of Manchester Jul 2021 Achieved the gold level award for completing the Manchester Leadership Programme. Assignments included working as part of a team to report on the misuse of personal data in the UK. In addition to this, 40 hours of approved volunteering was carried out in the local community to develop and practise new skills.

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Member

      Issued by Driven By Us on Jun 2023
      Driven By UsAssociated with Aisha Hanif

    • Ambassador

      Issued by STEM Ambassadors on Aug 2021
      STEM AmbassadorsAssociated with Aisha Hanif

    • Volunteer

      Issued by Motorsport UK on Aug 2022
      Motorsport UKAssociated with Aisha Hanif

    • Turbo Tours Co-Ordinator

      Issued by Motorsport Industry Association (MIA) on Jan 2023
      Motorsport Industry Association (MIA)Associated with Aisha Hanif

    • Volunteer

      Issued by British Heart Foundation on Feb 2017
      British Heart FoundationAssociated with Aisha Hanif

    • Fundraising Volunteer

      Issued by Rosemere Cancer Foundation, UK on Apr 2013
      Rosemere Cancer Foundation, UKAssociated with Aisha Hanif