S H A I R

Hi, I'm Muhammad Shair Afghan Electrical Engineer & AI Enthusiast

Passionate about developing innovative AI-driven solutions and automation technologies. Currently pursuing M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering and Information Technology with expertise in Machine Learning, IoT, and Industry 4.0.

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About Me

Get to know more about my background and passion

I am a motivated Electrical Engineering and Information Technology student with a strong foundation in Python programming and a keen interest in machine learning, artificial intelligence, and cloud networking. My hands-on experience with automation, IoT, and Industry 4.0 technologies drives my passion for developing innovative, AI-driven solutions.

Currently advancing my skills in C and C++ to broaden my programming expertise, I am eager to contribute to real-world projects and gain practical experience through internship opportunities. My goal is to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical applications in the field of electrical engineering and technology.

5+
Certifications
3+
Projects
5+
Years Experience

Location

Darmstadt, Germany

Education

M.Sc. Electrical Engineering & IT

Languages

English (Fluent), German (B1)

Interests

AI, Chess, Cooking, Comics

Technical Skills

Technologies and tools I work with

Programming & Tools

Python

NumPy, pandas, PyTorch, scikit-learn

C++

Object-oriented programming

Docker

Containerization & deployment

Git

Version control & collaboration

Cloud & ML Platforms

AWS

Cloud computing services

Azure

Microsoft cloud platform

PyTorch

Deep learning framework

MLFlow

ML lifecycle management

Engineering & IoT

Arduino

Microcontroller programming

Raspberry Pi

Single-board computing

MQTT

IoT communication protocol

MATLAB

Technical computing & Simulink

Featured Projects

Some of my recent work and achievements

ML-driven Fault Detection System

Designed a machine-learning-based fault detection system integrated with PLC controllers and NVIDIA Jetson AGX Orin for automated plant operations with real-time monitoring.

Python PyTorch NVIDIA Jetson MQTT OPC-UA
Apr 2024 – Jul 2024

IoT Hydroponic Greenhouse System

Developed a smart greenhouse system leveraging IoT for real-time monitoring and automation. Integrated sensors with Thinger.io for cloud-based remote control and data analysis.

IoT Arduino Sensors Thinger.io Cloud
Sep 2020 – Jun 2021

Home Automation System

Designed a comprehensive home automation system with IoT devices and smart sensors for intelligent control of household appliances and environmental monitoring.

IoT Smart Sensors Automation Arduino
Semester Project

Experience & Education

My professional journey and academic background

M.Sc. Electrical Engineering and Information Technology

Mar 2023 – Current
Darmstadt University of Applied Science
Darmstadt, Germany

Specializing in Automation, AI and Machine Learning applications. Focusing on advanced topics in electrical engineering and information technology.

Electrical Engineer

Sep 2021 – Mar 2022
City Housing Private Limited
Gujranwala, Pakistan

Collaborated on commissioning electrical systems and optimized site operations. Managed production workflows and ensured compliance with safety standards.

B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering

Aug 2017 – Aug 2021
University of Engineering & Technology (UET)
Lahore, Pakistan

Graduated with a focus on power and automation. Built strong foundation in electrical engineering principles and applications.

Internship

Jun 2019 – Aug 2019
Gujranwala Electric Power Company (GEPCO)
Gujranwala, Pakistan

Improved fault detection in power distribution systems, reducing operational downtime. Gained hands-on experience in managing and optimizing a 132 KV grid.

Certifications & Training

Courses and programs I've completed to enhance my expertise

Programming for the Internet of Things Project

Apr 2024 – May 2024
Coursera – Ian Harris (University of California, Irvine)

Introduction to the Internet of Things and Embedded Systems

Feb 2024 – Mar 2024
Coursera – Ian Harris (University of California, Irvine)

Interfacing with Raspberry Pi & Arduino

Nov 2023 – Dec 2023
Coursera – Ian Harris (University of California, Irvine)

Solar Energy Basics

Jan 2022 – Feb 2022
Coursera – Neal Abrams (The State University of New York)

Programming for Everybody (Getting Started with Python)

Dec 2020 – Jan 2021
Coursera – Charles Russell Severance (University of Michigan)

Get In Touch

Let's discuss opportunities and collaborations

Email

muhammadshair.afghan@stud.h-da.de

Phone

(+49) 1781799913

Location

64297, Darmstadt, Germany