Zohra Tridane

Senior Electrical Engineer and Project Manager with extensive experience in systems development, control systems, and full project lifecycle management. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, drive product development from concept to production, and ensure reliability, safety, and firmware validation. Skilled in translating technical requirements into clear specifications for executive decision-making, with a strong focus on efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement.

Seeking leverage leadership and technical expertise in a Systems Engineering Manager role.

Senior Electrical Engineer and Project manager - NuAire Inc. - Plymouth, MN

(2016-12)

Engineering Professional with experience leading projects and supporting production improvements for standard electrical products. Currently serving as Project Manager, driving cross-functional initiatives to enhance product performance and manufacturing efficiency. Successfully initiated and delivered a $700K software development project by defining scope, building and leading a team of 10 engineers, and executing a structured project plan, resulting in a 20% increase in departmental efficiency and a 98% on-time delivery rate.

Proven ability to manage the full project lifecycle, including planning, execution, risk management, and closure, while maintaining alignment with scope, schedule, and budget through KPI tracking and proactive issue resolution. Experienced in developing verification and validation (V&V) test plans for firmware across multiple product lines, maintaining comprehensive electrical documentation packages (schematics, BOMs, drawings, and engineering reports), and analyzing control system data to optimize performance. Strong background in driving continuous improvement initiatives, supporting production processes, and collaborating with internal teams and external

Engineering Contingent – CRHF Pacemaker Device & Leads Reliability and Safety Engineer - Medtronic Inc. - Mounds View, MN

(2014-09 - 2016-11)

Collaborated with reliability and operations teams to support the development of new products and design revisions for implantable cardiac devices, ensuring compliance with quality and regulatory standards. Led and contributed to key engineering activities including test method validation, FMEA, risk management, and design verification and validation (V&V). Served as a project manager within Device Product Engineering, coordinating cross-functional teams to plan, track, and deliver Device Requirement Specifications for Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD) programs, utilizing tools such as Polarion, MRCS, Cognition Cockpit, and Enovia for requirements and release management.

Partnered with engineering teams and regulatory stakeholders to implement design changes across multiple programs (including CRT-D systems), managing ECRs/ECOs and verifying electrical requirements to ensure product safety, performance, and compliance. Maintained effective communication across teams by providing regular updates on project status, risks, and priorities to support informed decision-making. Collaborated with the MRI engineering team to develop and validate testing methods ensuring device compati

Electrical Engineer & Project Management - Standby System Inc. - Minneapolis, MN

(2013-01 - 2013-08)

• Managed multiple concurrent projects, leading planning, scheduling, and execution to ensure successful delivery within scope, budget, and timeline. Developed detailed project plans in collaboration with cross-functional teams and monitored team performance to achieve project objectives.
• Oversaw project progress by coordinating tasks, resolving issues, and ensuring alignment with project goals, resulting in efficient and timely completion of deliverables.
• Contributed to the design of power distribution systems, including single-line and three-line diagrams, ensuring compliance with engineering standards and system reliability.

Adjunct Faculty - ITT Institute of Technology - Eden Prairie / Saint Louis Park, MN

(2012-05 - 2012-12)

• Delivered instruction in Advanced Electronic Communication Systems, Electronics Technology, and Computer Architecture, supporting student understanding of core engineering concepts and real-world applications.
• Developed and presented course materials, lectures, and lab activities to strengthen technical knowledge and practical engineering skills.

Research Assistant - University of Minnesota, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering & Medical School - Duluth, MN

(2007-01 - 2009-12)

• Developed and implemented an animal model to evaluate an active noise cancellation system for infant incubators, supporting biomedical device research and validation.
• Conducted experimental studies exposing animal models to incubator noise, analyzing its impact on auditory brainstem response (ABR) thresholds.
• Investigated the effects of noise power levels and frequency shifts on cochlear damage, contributing to findings related to hearing loss risk in neonatal environments.
• Designed and automated auditory brainstem response (ABR) data analysis methods using MATLAB, improving accuracy and efficiency in threshold determination and data processing

Teaching Assistant - University of Minnesota, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering - Duluth, MN

(2006-08 - 2008-12)

• Instructed undergraduate students in Electrical Circuits, utilizing laboratory equipment such as digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, function generators, and PSpice to reinforce theoretical concepts through hands-on learning.
• Supported instruction of Signals and Systems courses for undergraduate students, covering fundamental concepts of continuous and discrete-time signals using MATLAB, spectrum analyzers, and function generators.
• Assisted in guiding students understanding of core electrical engineering principles through lab support, problem-solving sessions, and applied demonstrations.

Senior Design Project – Robotics Control Systems - University of Vermont, School of Engineering - Burlington, VT

(2004-01 - 2005-12)

• Developed a robotic arm control system using assembly programming, enabling the robot to learn from observation through visual tracking techniques.
• Designed and implemented adaptive learning algorithms to improve motion control and system responsiveness.
• Programmed and interfaced with micro-robot control software and hardware by inputting coordinate-based commands to control robotic movements.
• Optimized embedded code and hardware performance to improve system efficiency and reliability.
• Awarded the Undergraduate Research Endeavors Competitive Award for innovation and project excellence

PhD - Engineering Management - Atlantic International University (2026)

Master of Science - Electrical and Computer Engineering - University of Minnesota, Duluth (2009)

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering - University of Vermont (2005)

Associate of Science - Mesa Community College (2002)