Mitra DİNÇ
Project Management
Ankara
Summary
Results-oriented Senior Project Engineer with 5+ years of experience in software, design, and production project implementation. Skilled in project scope determination, parameter establishment, and technical drawing creation. Adept at setting and meeting project deadlines for timely completion. Strong communicator, collaborating effectively with teammates to troubleshoot and resolve implementation challenges.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
9
9
Certifications
Work History
Software Senior Project Engineer
inavitas Enerji A.Ş
12.2023 - Current
- As a Software Senior Project Engineer at inavitas Enerji, I hold a role in spearheading the development and implementation of software projects, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and adhering to rigorous project management methodologies
- My key responsibilities are as follows: Direct the planning, execution, and delivery of software projects, encompassing comprehensive project planning, resource allocation, and risk management strategies to ensure successful outcomes within predefined constraints
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to project teams, collaborating closely with software architects and developers to design and implement scalable solutions that meet project requirements and industry standards
- Act as the primary liaison for stakeholders, facilitating transparent communication and alignment throughout the project lifecycle, and proactively addressing feedback and change requests to maintain stakeholder satisfaction
- Establish and enforce quality assurance processes, conducting rigorous testing and code reviews to uphold the reliability, performance, and security of software products, while adhering to coding standards and best practices
- Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including requirements specifications, design documents, and progress reports, to track project performance and ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations
- Identify and mitigate potential project risks, such as technical dependencies and regulatory requirements, while ensuring compliance with industry standards and quality management systems
- Foster a collaborative team environment, promoting open communication, innovation, and continuous improvement, and lead by example with professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to excellence
- By effectively managing resources, mitigating risks, and upholding high standards of quality and compliance, I play a vital role in driving the successful delivery of software projects at inavitas Enerji.
System & Project Engineer
MILMAST Telescopic Lifting Systems Inc.
12.2021 - 12.2023
- Some of my duties in System and Project Engineering, which I carried out under the Project Management Office (PMO), are as follows: Design Project activities within the framework of MIL-STD 499 B System Engineering standard and ISO 9001: 2015, AQAP 2110, AS 9100 Quality Management Standards, and INCOSE SEBoK, Preparing DDRL (Document Data Requirement List) documents (Project Management Plan, System Engineering Management Plan, Design and Development Reports, Preliminary and Detailed Design documents, etc.) specified in the contract and specification in Design and Development projects and obtaining customer approval
- To prepare the planning and work breakdown structure (WBS) of Design and Development projects
- Configuration Management Plans, Defining Configuration Outlines, and Selecting Configuration Elements (CE) in design projects according to MIL-STD 973
- Identify and enumerate CEs, Creating and publishing the Project Implementation Schedule over MS Project and coordinating the process, Ensuring communication and coordination between departments and customers, Examining the Job Description and Contract, preparing Technical Requirements Document (TRD), Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and WBS dictionary, creating activity and work packages, preparing the Requirements Analysis Document (RAD), Technical Requirements Verification Matrix (TRVM), Ensuring that projects adhere to frameworks and that all documentation is properly maintained for each project
- Coordinating project management activities, resources, equipment, and information under the umbrella of PMO, Liaising with clients to identify and define requirements, scope, and goals Assigning tasks to internal teams and assisting in scheduling management, Contributing to system requirement specifications, system design definitions, system integration and test plans, acceptance inspection documents, and giving opinions.
R&D Specialist & Project Engineer
UTEST Material Testing Equipment
01.2019 - 12.2021
- As a Project Engineer / R&D Engineer at UTEST Material Testing Equipment, I played a pivotal role in driving the development and enhancement of industrial testing equipment
- My responsibilities encompassed a wide range of tasks, including but not limited to: I was responsible for managing and overseeing all aspects of Research and Development (R&D) projects from their initial conception through to their successful completion
- This included defining project objectives, scope, and deliverables
- I demonstrated strong leadership skills by leading a team of engineers and technicians to execute multiple R&D projects simultaneously
- This involved setting project timelines, allocating resources, and ensuring that projects stayed on schedule and within budget
- I actively contributed to the innovation and design processes, leveraging my technical expertise to develop cutting-edge solutions and improvements for industrial testing equipment
- My contributions played a crucial role in enhancing the company's product portfolio
- I meticulously documented all phases of R&D projects, including design specifications, test results, and progress reports
- My documentation served as a valuable resource for future reference and compliance with quality standards
- I collaborated closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, manufacturing, quality assurance, and sales teams
- My ability to communicate effectively with different departments ensured seamless project execution and product launches
- I ensured that all R&D projects adhered to industry regulations, safety standards, and quality control protocols
- My commitment to compliance contributed to the company's reputation for producing reliable and safe testing equipment
- I successfully closed out R&D projects by conducting comprehensive performance evaluations, final testing, and documentation
- My efforts ensured a smooth transition from the development phase to manufacturing and sales
- My contributions as a Project Engineer / R&D Engineer were essential to UTEST Material Testing Equipment's success in delivering high-quality industrial testing equipment to its customers while maintaining a strong focus on innovation and excellence.
Education
M.Sc. - Engineering Management
Marmara University
03.2023 - 06.2024
Bachelor’s Degree (B.Sc) - Mining Engineering
Middle East Technical University (METU)
01.2012 - 01.2018
Sokullu Mehmet Pasha Anatolian High School - Mathematics and Science
01.2007 - 01.2011
Skills
Project Management
Requirement Analysis / Business Analysis
Reporting / Technical Documentation
System Engineering / Project Engineering
Continuous Focus
Coordination, Communication
System Architecture
Operation Monitoring / Tracking / Managing
Critical Thinking / Judgment and Decision Giving Authority
Team Player
AUTODESK AutoCAD
MS Office (Access, Excel (LinkedIn Talent Badge), word, PowerPoint)
JIRA(Professional)
LOGO NETSIS ERP
Siemens Team Center PLM
MS Project (LinkedIn Talent Badge)
CoralReef Manufacturing Execution System ERP
System Design Tools (MS Visio) (LinkedIn Talent Badge)
Office 365 Share Point (LinkedIn Talent Badge)
Solid PDM
Microsoft Outlook (LinkedIn Talent Badge)
Confluence (Professional)
Canias ERP
Lucidchart
Scope Definition
Cost Estimation
Project Closeout
Cross-Functional Team Collaboration
Certification
Quality Control engineering And Management-ICCW (International Certification Center of the World)
Coursestraining
- Applied Project Management Training (35 hours) - İzge Software & Consulting (Training)
- Failure Mode Effect Analysis (FMEA)-Kemal ULUATA (Training)
- Applied AutoCAD Training (30 hours) Bilge Adam Akademi
- Lean-Agile Procurement: A Disciplined Partnership - ProjectManagement.com-PMI
- Delivering Projects from Idea to Customer Using the disciplined Agile Toolkit- ProjectManagement.com-PMI (Training & Certification)
- Resolving Agency Issues in Client- Contractor Relationships: The Use of an Award Winning Teaching Case Study-ProjectManagement.com-PMI(Education&Certificate )
- Coordinating Knowledge Work in Multiteam Programs: Findings from a Large-Scale Agile Development Program- ProjectManagement.com-PMI (Training & Certificate)
- Project Management Training with PMI Approaches İzge Danışmanlık (2022)
- Model-based Systems Engineering: Foundations-IsraelX MBSE101(2022)
- James Webb Space Telescope from a Systems Engineering Perspective (Webinar)
- Borusan Cat Technology School-RPA, Project Planning, and Applications (2022)
- Feedback Training- Bürge ATALAY ( İzgören Academy) (2023)
- Fundamentals of Systems Engineering-Dr. Mehmet Sinan Hasanoglu
- Five Choices for Extraordinary Productivity-Özge Saygün (FranklinCovey TR)
- Maliyet Yönetimi | İT
- MEM - PMI TR Eğitimleri #4
Researchgate
researchgate.net/profile/Mitra-Dinc-2
References
Available Upon Request
Languages
English
Advanced
C1
Areas Of Interest
- Chess
- Theatre
- Bicycle with Nature Trip
- Mahjong
- Scooter
Timeline
Software Senior Project Engineer
inavitas Enerji A.Ş
12.2023 - Current
M.Sc. - Engineering Management
Marmara University
03.2023 - 06.2024
System & Project Engineer
MILMAST Telescopic Lifting Systems Inc.
12.2021 - 12.2023
R&D Specialist & Project Engineer
UTEST Material Testing Equipment
01.2019 - 12.2021
Bachelor’s Degree (B.Sc) - Mining Engineering
Middle East Technical University (METU)
01.2012 - 01.2018
Sokullu Mehmet Pasha Anatolian High School - Mathematics and Science
01.2007 - 01.2011