Summary
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Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
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Chaimae BELMAROUF

Rimouski,QC

Summary

Industrial AI specialist and published researcher at LMP3 (Laboratoire des Matériaux, Produits et Procédés de Pointe) – Université du Québec à Rimouski. Skilled in Python, machine learning, smart manufacturing systems, robotic control, and computer vision. Experienced in real-time AI deployment, Industry 4.0 solutions, and applied engineering research. Recognized for integrating deep learning with robotic welding and material science to optimize industrial processes.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Industrial AI Specialist / Research Assistant

LMP3
05.2023 - Current
  • Developed and integrated AI models for real-time drone-based whale detection, deploying the solution through a smart interface using Python and computer vision, enabling continuous wildlife surveillance.
  • Utilized GANs and optical microscopy, I generated synthetic microstructure images and captured real samples to expand the dataset by 75%, strengthening model performance in material characterization.
  • Co-developed an Arduino-based smart platform for marine safety, enabling real-time alerts and protective workflows for whale conservation.
  • Used depth camera vision and a FANUC welding robot, I automated welding trajectory generation in industrial settings, improving precision and reducing setup time by 30%.
  • Helped build and deploy the LMP3 website, ensuring accessible digital presence.
  • Represented UQAR at HI-AM 2025 with a comparative study of GAN vs U-Net for microstructure detection, addressing 80+ attendees from five institutions
  • Supported client interactions, organized the LMP3 Symposium 2025, and helped craft research proposals to secure external funding and partnerships.

Technical Intern

PhI (Pharmaceutical Institute)
06.2021 - 07.2021
  • Implemented PLC programming to automate pharmaceutical water purification
  • Developed a GRAFCET model to enhance process efficiency and control.

Entrepreneurship Intern

Hult Prize Competition, Food for Good
11.2020 - 12.2020
  • Coordinated the “IREENROUB” project development, managing resources and timelines from concept to presentation during the Hult Prize competition.
  • Spearheaded the creation of a comprehensive business plan, defining the project vision, objectives, and market strategy for carob-based flour production.
  • Advised team members on entrepreneurial challenges and provided constructive feedback to refine project deliverables.

Education

Master of Science - Engineering

University of Quebec At Rimouski (UQAR)
Rimouski, QC
12-2025

Master's Degree - Engineering

ENSAM (National School of Arts And Crafts of MEKNES)
Meknes, Morocco
07-2023

Skills

  • Programming & Development: Bash, Shell, Git, SQL, Java, C, C#, Python, HTML/CSS, JavaScript, React
  • Cloud & DevOps: Cloud Computing, Docker, CI/CD pipelines
  • Data Science & AI: TensorFlow, PyTorch, Keras, Apache Spark, Hadoop, Adaptive Vision
  • Industrial & Engineering Tools: AutoCAD, CATIA, Matlab, Lean Six Sigma, Minitab, FlexSim (Simulation Modeling), OPC UA
  • IoT & Edge Computing: AI deployment on edge devices, smart manufacturing & smart home systems
  • Machine Learning & AI: Deep Learning, GANs, Transformer-based architectures, NLP
  • Data Engineering & Streaming: Apache Kafka, Apache Airflow

Accomplishments

  • Artificial Intelligence for Work Measurement: A Promising Approach to Improving Productivity and Reducing WasteConference Paper, Artificial Intelligence and Industrial Applications (A2IA 2023).
  • Fire and Smoke Detection Model for Real-Time CCTV ApplicationsConference Paper, Artificial Intelligence and Industrial Applications (A2IA 2023).
  • A Comparative Study of GAN and U-Net Architectures for Grain Boundary Detection in Additive Manufacturing MicrostructuresOral Presentation, HI-AM 2025 (Holistic Innovation in Additive Manufacturing), University of Waterloo. Collaboration between Université du Québec à Rimouski (LMP3) and National Research Council Canada.
  • AI-Driven Prediction of Mechanical Properties in Additive Manufacturing: Integrating Microstructure and Process ParametersPoster Presentation, CMSC 2025 (Canadian Materials Science Conference), University of Waterloo.

Languages & Other Interests

English
Full Professional
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
French
Full Professional

Interests

  • Reading
  • Chess
  • Listening to Music

Timeline

Industrial AI Specialist / Research Assistant

LMP3
05.2023 - Current

Technical Intern

PhI (Pharmaceutical Institute)
06.2021 - 07.2021

Entrepreneurship Intern

Hult Prize Competition, Food for Good
11.2020 - 12.2020

Master of Science - Engineering

University of Quebec At Rimouski (UQAR)

Master's Degree - Engineering

ENSAM (National School of Arts And Crafts of MEKNES)

CERTIFICATIONS

  • Arduino Certificate
  • Machine Learning Specialization
  • AWS Certified Machine Learning Specialty
  • Microsoft Azure AI Engineer Associate
  • Advanced Data Analytics: Tableau and Power BI
Chaimae BELMAROUF