Samima Saqib
About Samima Saqib
Samima Saqib is a Mechanical Engineer currently working at Arup and WSP in the Middle East. She has a diverse background in engineering and project management, with experience in various internships and educational qualifications from Brunel University London and Heriot-Watt University Malaysia.
Current Role at Arup
Samima Saqib has been working as a Mechanical Engineer at Arup since 2020. Her duties involve designing, developing, and overseeing the implementation of mechanical systems in various projects. Her expertise contributes significantly to Arup's engineering team, particularly in advancing sustainable building designs.
Graduate Engineer at WSP Middle East
Samima Saqib has held the position of Graduate Engineer - Building Services at WSP in the Middle East since 2017. Within this role, she is involved in the planning and implementation of building service systems, contributing to WSP’s projects with her mechanical engineering skills and knowledge. Her work supports energy-efficient and environmentally responsible building projects.
Early Career and Internships
Samima Saqib has an extensive internship background, contributing to her broad experience in mechanical engineering. She has interned at several organizations, including WSP in 2016, Griffin-Consultants in 2016, Woods Bagot in 2014, and Midas Touch in 2013. These internships provided her with practical experience in various aspects of engineering and design, preparing her for her current roles.
Academics: Master's from Brunel University London
Samima Saqib completed her Master's degree at Brunel University London, studying from 2019 to 2021. The graduate program provided her with advanced knowledge and skills in mechanical engineering, which she applies in her professional projects. Her education at Brunel reinforces her technical foundation and enhances her capability to tackle complex engineering challenges.
Bachelor's Degree from Heriot-Watt University Malaysia
Samima Saqib earned a Bachelor of Engineering degree from Heriot-Watt University Malaysia, attending from 2012 to 2016. This undergraduate program equipped her with essential engineering principles and practices, laying the groundwork for her subsequent career. The comprehensive curriculum included both theoretical studies and practical applications.
Involvement in Solar Decathlon and Design Projects
Samima Saqib participated in the Solar Decathlon Middle East 2018 as a Project Manager in 2016 for eight months and was a member of the design team for Team UAE at the Solar Decathlon Europe 2014 from 2012 to 2014. These roles allowed her to develop and manage sustainable and energy-efficient housing projects, providing valuable experience in project management and collaborative design.