Joanna Adra

I am an American Lebanese Electrical Engineer with strong skills in electrical installations, maintenance, control engineering, and a solid foundation in power electronics, system design, and hardware development. Committed to contributing technical expertise, analytical skills, and research experience in a dynamic environment while continuing to learn and grow across diverse professional settings.

I bring a strong track record of professional, hands-on experience in both research-driven engineering and technical maintenance. As an Electrical Engineering Research Assistant at the University of Balamand, I contributed to high-impact projects focused on enhancing battery life and performance in energy storage systems, collaborated closely with faculty and graduate teams, and supported the smooth execution of complex engineering initiatives through precise coordination and technical input. During my internship in the Biomedical Department at Centre Hospitalier du Nord, I gained practical expertise in electrical systems and biomedical equipment maintenance, mastering diagnostics, troubleshooting, and preventive strategies to ensure safe and reliable operation. This combination of problem-solving capability, technical proficiency, and collaborative experience has equipped me to deliver high-quality results in demanding engineering environments.

I hold a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering (Power and Control) from the University of Balamand, graduating with a GPA of 3.7/4.0 and earning the Elma Maalouf Award for Engineering Research Excellence. My master’s thesis focused on the design and optimization of modular power conversion systems for grid-connected battery energy storage systems, aiming to minimize harmonics, reduce conversion losses, and ensure a stable, high-quality energy supply. I also earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from the same university with a GPA of 3.91/4.0, receiving the Faculty Award for Academic Excellence and placement on the Dean’s Honor List throughout my studies. My bachelor’s thesis involved the design and development of a PCB-based DSP educational development board, covering component selection, PCB layout design, assembly, and product testing, further solidifying my technical and practical engineering foundation.