SHORT SUMMARY 

I am a dedicated lecturer in Industrial Engineering at Bahir Dar University, with over six years of teaching experience. Alongside my academic role, I am actively engaged in research and community service activities, contributing to both the advancement of knowledge and the betterment of society. I also serve as the course chair in my department, where I coordinate instructor allocation and work to foster a positive and collaborative environment between faculty and students. My passion lies in education, research, and creating impactful solutions through engineering.

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND AND TRAINING

• MSc. Degree: From 10/10/2019 – 24/08/2022, Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering (production Engineering and management) at Bahir Dar University, Faculty of Engineering, P.O.Box 26, Bahir Dar, Ethiopia.
• I pursued my Master of Science (MSc) degree with English as the medium of instruction. All coursework, research, and presentations were conducted in English, which further enhanced my proficiency and confidence in using the language in academic and professional contexts
• Thesis: Enhancement of Manufacturing Company Performance Using System Dynamics Modelling Technique (Case: Amhara Pipe Factory)
• Cumulative GPA:3.96 and Rank: First class with great distinction 
• BSc. Degree: From 13/10/2013 – 28/06/2018, Bachelor degree in Industrial Engineering at Bahir Dar University, Faculty of Engineering, P.O.Box 26, Bahir Dar, Ethiopia.
• I completed my Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in English. Throughout the program, English was the medium of instruction for all lectures, assignments, and examinations, which helped me develop strong academic and communication skills in English 
• Thesis: Application of Ergonomics in Traditional Farming Practice 
• Cumulative GPA: 3.85 and Rank: First class with great distinction 
• Kaizen Training: Ethiopian Kaizen Excellency center from 11/10/2022 – 30/10/2022 

COURSE 

• Operation Research 
• System Modelling and Simulation 
• Simulation Design and Analysis 
• Entrepreneurship for Engineers
• Industrial Management and Economics 
• Industrial Management and Organizational Psychology

WORK EXPERIENCE 

• Lecturer: From 21/09/2022 to present, I am working as a full-time lecturer in the Faculty of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, Bahir Dar Institute of Technology, Bahir Dar, Ethiopia.
• Assistance Lecturer: From 23/10/2018 – 20/09/2022, worked as an assistance lecturer in the Faculty of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, Bahir Dar Institute of Technology, Bahir Dar, Ethiopia.
• Course chair: from 13/06/2023 – 14/01/2025, worked as Course Chair of production and system Engineering in the Faculty of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, Bahir Dar Institute of Technology, Bahir Dar, Ethiopia.
• Industrial Engineering Internship: From 21/10/2016 – 11/01/2017, I completed a six-month internship at Bayih Mekonen PP Bag Factory, Bahir Dar, Ethiopia.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Amharic: Spoken/Written – Full Professional Proficiency Level
• English: Spoken/Written – Full Professional Proficiency Level

SOFTWARE SKILL 

• Python / R: Data analysis, statistical modeling, and visualization for research and decision-making.
• Vensim: System dynamics modeling and simulation for analyzing complex systems and improving performance.
• SPSS & Minitab: Statistical analysis tools for hypothesis testing, data interpretation, and quality improvement.
• POM-QM: Operations management and quantitative modeling for production planning and decision support.
• Lingo / Lindo: Mathematical optimization and linear programming for resource allocation and efficiency analysis.
• Computer-Aided Design (CAD): Design and visualization of engineering models and layouts with precision and technical accuracy.
• Rockwell Arena: Discrete event simulation for process modeling, system performance evaluation, and optimization.

PUBLICATION AND CONFERENCE 

• Worku, A.M., Gebeyehu, S.G., Semegn, A.M., Ayalew, A.B., Meles, T.Y. (2025). Application of Ergonomics and Comparative Analysis of Traditional Farming Practice in Ethiopia. In: Abera, M.K., Tigabu, M.T., Abide Tadesse, A., Alaminie, A.A. (eds) Sustainable Development Research in Green Infrastructure, Water Resources, Manufacturing, and Process Engineering. Green Energy and Technology. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-87352-2_8
• Abreham, B.T., Aynalem, A.A., Worku, A.M. (2025). Retaining Talent in Ethiopia’s Booming Textile Industry: Key Drivers and Proposed Strategies. In: Abera, M.K., Tigabu, M.T., Abide Tadesse, A., Alaminie, A.A. (eds) Sustainable Development Research in Green Infrastructure, Water Resources, Manufacturing, and Process Engineering. Green Energy and Technology. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-87352-2_2
• Lemessa, Z.W., Ayalew, A.B., Woldegiorgis, B.H., Worku, A.M. (2025). Minimization of Goal Deviations in Bottling Industry Using Lexicographic Programming Technique. In: Abera, M.K., Tigabu, M.T., Abide Tadesse, A., Alaminie, A.A. (eds) Sustainable Development Research in Green Infrastructure, Water Resources, Manufacturing, and Process Engineering. Green Energy and Technology. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-87352-2_7
• Yifter Meles, T., Mengistu Worku, A., Gzate Ayalew, Y., & Ewnetu Belay, M. (2024). Enhancing Total Productive Maintenance Strategy for Improved Productivity and Performance. IntechOpen. doi: https://doi.org10.5772/intechopen.114377
• Assefa Beyene Ayalew, Ascahle Getnet Alemu, Alebachew Mengistu Worku (2024). Developing ABC-VED with Multi Criteria Analysis for Drug Inventory Management: Ayder Referral Hospital. Journal Name: ICSDG 2024. Publisher: University of Mauritius: Link: icsdgconferenceproceedings.pdf
• Alebachew Mengistu Worku & Sisay Geremew Gebeyehu (2025).  Factors Influencing Small-Scale Mechanization in Ethiopia: A Review and Analysis of Optimization Strategies. Journal Name: ICAST 2025 | Publisher: Springer (accepted) 
• Assefa Beyene Ayalew, Rufael Admitew Gebrehiwot, Alebachew Mengistu Worku (2025). Developing Reverse Logistics Model: Coca Cola East African Bottling Company, Ethiopia Journal Name: Heliyon. Publisher: Springer Nature (Accepted)
• Assefa Beyene Ayalew, Ascahle Getnet Alemu, Alebachew Mengistu Worku (2025). The Application of ABC-VED with Multi-Criteria Analysis for Drug Inventory Management Journal Name: Scientific Report | Publisher: Springer Nature (Accepted)

COMMUNITY SERVICE 

• From 10/12/2023 – 15/12/2023, I develop "Machine Shop Layout for Water Work Corporation (WWC) company. It’s typically done through 2D CAD (2-dimensional Computer Aided Drafting and Design) software.
• From 04/12/2023 – 07/12/2023, I delivered " project planning and management" training for trainers of Bahir Dar poly technique staffs.
• From 04/06/2023 – 07/06/2023, I delivered "AUTOCAD" & "MS Project" training for trainers of Bahir Dar Polytechnic college staffs

HONOURS AND AWARDS

• [ 20/10/2019] ASC Entrepreneurial Engineering Development Project Proposal. I got a financial award from ASC Entrepreneurial Engineering Development having the proposal " custom hiring service of powered rice thresher for Fogera hub, Amhara, Ethiopia"
• [ 10/06/2018] Bahir Dar university Certificate of appreciation for being the highest scorer in the department throughout all years of the undergraduate program

REFERENCE

Sisay Geremew (PhD) 

Associate Professor at the Faculty of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering

 Bahir Dar Institute of technology, Bahir Dar University, Bahir Dar, Ethiopia

 Tele: +251-912160527

 Email: sisayg78@gmail.com 

 Bereket Haile (PhD) 

Associate Professor at the Faculty of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering

 Bahir Dar Institute of technology, Bahir Dar University, Bahir Dar, Ethiopia

 Tele: +251-902413602

 Email: berekethi12@gmail.com 

 Betsiha Tizazu (PhD) 

Faculty of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering

 Bahir Dar Institute of technology, Bahir Dar University, Bahir Dar, Ethiopia

 Tele: +251-983076350

 Email: tizazubetsha@gmail.com