Profiles & Contact
Buthayna
Qutaina.
Hello World! I am Buthayna, Energy Engineering postgraduate with experience in project management, financial analysis, and academic demonstrating across several countries. I enjoy bridging the gap between technical expertise and stakeholder coordination, delivering clear documentation and exceptional service in complex, fast-paced environments.
• Currently awaiting the conferral of my MSc (by Research) degree from Durham University (UK).
• I am actively seeking career opportunities within the energy sector or other professional roles that leverage my diverse skills.
Outside of work, I am a nature lover who enjoys hiking and walking in the outdoors, as well as I enjoy staying creative through various craft activities.
Core Expertise
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Technical Focus
Skilled in renewable engineering and energy auditing, technical modelling, translate complex data into actionable insights and proposals.
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Management & Operations
Experienced in managing multi-stakeholder projects, academic demonstrating, professional administration and organisational excellence in international environments.
Latest Update
Master’s research thesis accepted with 'No Correction' at Engineering Dept (Durham University).
Continued role as the Chair of the IEEE Women in Power (WiP) Palestine Subsection (Region 8).
Submitted master's research thesis at Engineering Dept (Durham University).
Part of organising committee for the Durham PGR Engineering Conference at Durham University.
Curriculum Vitae
Education
MSc (Research), Renewable Energy Engineering
Durham University, UK • 2025 - Present
MSc (Taught), Renewable Energy Engineering
Durham, UK • 2024
BSc, Energy Engineering & Environment
An‑Najah National University , Palestine • 2020
Experience
Demonstrator
Durham University (UK) • Oct. 2025 - Mar. 2026
Financial Analyst
Al-Takroory Auditing Office (Palestine) • Apr. 2022 - Sep. 2023
Project Manager
Patrida Energy Systems (UAE) • Apr. 2021 - Apr. 2022
Projects
Transforming Energy sector challenges into financial viability via innovative solutions.
Energy & Finance
This project involved the end-to-end evaluation of renewable energy infrastructure projects, focusing on the synergy between technical performance and financial viability.
• Energy Auditing: Conducted detailed audits of energy systems to identify inefficiencies and propose sustainable upgrades.
• Financial Modelling: Performed cost-benefit analyses and financial auditing to ensure project ROI and long-term fiscal sustainability.
• Technical Compliance: Verified that all engineering specifications met international standards and local regulatory requirements.
Strategic Management
Focused on the management of multi-layered research objectives and student support services within a prestigious academic environment.
• Stakeholder Liaison: Coordinated between academic staff, industry partners, and diverse student bodies to ensure project milestones were met.
• Reporting & Documentation: Produced high-level technical reports and accessible documentation for both expert and non-expert audiences.
• Operational Leadership: Managed varied workloads and deadlines, maintaining accurate records and providing initiative-driven administrative support.
GIS & Renewable Energy
This research utilized Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and Multi-Criteria Decision Making (MCDM) to identify optimal sites for large-scale renewable energy infrastructure.
• Analytical Hierarchical Process: Identified and weighted critical criteria to develop suitability maps for Photovoltaics (PV), Concentrated Solar Power (CSP), and wind farms.
• Scenario Modelling: Analysed various geographical and political scenarios to determine the high-potential areas for renewable energy deployment in complex territories.
• Technical Mapping: Produced final suitability layers by integrating environmental, technical, and regulatory constraints into a unified geospatial model.
Publications
Yasin, Aysar, Qutaina, Buthayna and Al-Saqqa, Saif "Enhancing Energy Efficiency in a Palestinian Dairy Factory Utilizing RETScreen Expert." An-Najah University Journal for Research - A (Natural Sciences), 38(2), pp. 118–124, 2024.
Qutaina, Buthayna, Shehada, Ahmed, Yasin, Aysar and Alsayed, Mohammed "Geographical information systems based site selection methodology for renewable energy systems in Palestinian territories." International Journal of Electrical \& Computer Engineering (2088-8708), 13(4), 2023.