Ghazia Akhtar

Ghazia Akhtar

Electrical Engineer & AI Researcher | IEEE Chairperson | Building Intelligent Systems for Real-World Impact

Based in: Lahore, PakistanMost recently: Electrical Engineer Intern, National Grid Company (NGC)

Hire me

Electrical Engineering graduate with a focus on AI, Power Systems, and IoT. Proven leader as IEEE ITU Chairperson with experience in high-stakes environments like the National Grid Company. Passionate about leveraging Computer Vision and Generative AI to solve complex engineering challenges and mentoring the next generation of innovators.

Experience

Electrical Engineer Intern

National Grid Company (NGC)Lahore, PakistanworkJun 2025 – Aug 2025

Summary

Assisted in power system planning and grid operations, gaining exposure to generation, transmission, distribution, protection, and telecommunications. Performed hands-on testing, yard inspections, and power system simulations with the TSG department in collaboration with JICA, focusing on Static VAR Compensator (SVC) systems. Applied data-driven analysis to evaluate system performance and support engineering decision-making.

Results

  • Reviewed and analyzed simulation results for Static VAR Compensator (SVC) systems to evaluate reactive power compensation and voltage stability.
  • Participated in technical discussions regarding grid response to voltage fluctuations and contingency analysis.
  • Gained a conceptual understanding of how reactive power compensation improves grid performance and voltage stability.
Power System Simulation ToolsStatic VAR Compensator (SVC) systemsData Analysis

Marketing & Media Intern

RozMarrahLahore, PakistaninternshipJul 2024 – Aug 2024
Led digital marketing and content creation campaigns to enhance brand visibility and audience engagement.
Digital MarketingContent Creation

Electrical Engineer Intern

PEL (Unit-1)Lahore, PakistaninternshipJun 2024 – Jul 2024
Gained exposure to manufacturing processes for transformers and switchgear. Prepared technical proposals to support sales and marketing of electrical equipment.
TransformersSwitchgear

Skills

Technical

PythonPython
YOLO (Object Detection)
Machine Learning
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
MATLAB
Power Systems
OpenCVOpenCV
IoT-Based Systems
SQLSQL
Deep Learning
Image Processing
Real-Time Video Analytics
Data Analysis
Power System Simulation Tools
Control Systems
Signal Processing
Generative AI
C++C++
Digital MarketingDigital Marketing

Areas of expertise

Leadership
Strategic Planning
Public Relations

Projects

Smart Traffic Controller – AI & IoT-Based Computer Vision System

Lead Developer & System Architectpersonal
Designing and developing an intelligent traffic management system that integrates Computer Vision and IoT for real-time traffic flow optimization. Implementing vehicle detection and classification using YOLO and OpenCV to enable adaptive, data-driven signal timing. Collaborating within a multidisciplinary team to integrate AI models with embedded hardware for real-world deployment, applying end-to-end skills from data collection to model integration.
YOLOOpenCVComputer VisionIoTOrange PiSTM32MQTTPythonSQLMongoDB

Education

Bachelor of Science

Information Technology University of Punjab (ITU)Electrical EngineeringGPA 3.46Aug 2022

Thesis. Smart Traffic Controller – AI & IoT-Based Computer Vision System

Coursework

Machine LearningComputer VisionArtificial IntelligenceSignal ProcessingPower SystemsControl Systems

Societies & activities

IEEE MemberGirl Representative – Batch EE'22

Pre-Engineering (FSc)

Fazaia Inter CollegeJun 2020 – Jun 2022

Recognition

Awards

Merit Scholarship

Information Technology University of Punjab (ITU)2024

Awarded for academic excellence in 2023 and 2024

Australian Award Scholarship

Australian Government

2nd Best Campus Ambassador Award

AIESEC

Certifications

AI For Everyone

DeepLearning.AI

Generative AI For Everyone

DeepLearning.AI

Computer Vision and Machine Learning

Online Course Provider

Digital Marketing

Online Course Provider

Freelancing

Online Course Provider

Communication for Everyone (Specialization)

Online Course Provider

Collaboration for Everyone (Specialization)

Online Course Provider

Governance & advisory

Chairperson

IEEE ITU Student Branchcommittee chairAug 2025 – Present

Lead strategic planning, event execution, and cross-organization collaborations for a 100+ member technical society, overseeing core teams and ensuring alignment with IEEE's vision.

Secretary General

IEEE ITU Student BranchotherAug 2024 – Aug 2025

Managed administrative operations, records, and IEEE compliance reporting while supporting event planning and branch development.

Membership Co-Lead

IEEE WIE ITUother2022 – 2025

Marketing Lead

IET on Campus ITUother2022 – 2025

Marketing Lead

GDG ITUother2022 – 2025

Founding Director – Public Relations

IEEE WIE ITUotherDec 2023 – Aug 2024

Founded the Public Relations function, managing communications and strategic messaging to strengthen the society's public image.

Social impact & activities

Campus Ambassador

AIESECother

Represented AIESEC on campus.

Hire GhaziaReach out about a role, a contract or a conversation.For recruiters

Ghazia's twin is AI, it can make mistakes.

More people on Kanvis

Browse more peopleCreate your own Kanvis