Michael Hoerner

Michael Hoerner

Ph.D Candidate

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Sr. Metallurgical Consultant

  • Education

    • Colorado School of Mines

      2011 - 2018
      Doctor of Philosophy - PhD Metallurgical and Materials Engineering

      Thesis research in computational materials science and atomistic modelling (density functional theory and molecular dynamics) of austenite grain boundaries in Fe with coursework and TA appointments in traditional physical metallurgy.

    • Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology

      2008 - 2011
      Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Engineering Physics
  • Experience

    • Colorado School of Mines

      Aug 2011 - Jan 2018
      Ph.D Candidate

      Ph.D. defended in January 2018.

    • KnightHawk Engineering, Inc

      Jul 2018 - now

      Technical Lead for the KnightHawk Materials Lab, specializing in metallurgical and materials failure analysis and specialized testing.

      • Sr. Metallurgical Consultant

        Apr 2022 - now
      • Laboratory Director

        Jan 2021 - May 2023
      • Sr. Metallurgical Advisor

        Jul 2018 - Jan 2021
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Professional Engineer (PE)

      Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors
      Mar 2022