Alexandre Michat

Experience

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  BDE Polytech Montpellier (Student Union)

  Mar 2012 - Mar 2013

  President

  Team managementProjects/Events managementPartnership with institutions

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  Biomaterials Research Unit (CEAC - Aston University)

  May 2013 - Sept 2013

  Material Research Scientist (intern)

  - Material synthesis and testing work placement (soft contact lenses applications).- Production of Biopolymer membranes, and performed ions permeability and mechanical resistance testing.

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  Saint-Gobain

  Mar 2014 - Aug 2014

  Material Research Engineer (intern)

  - Final year 6 months industrial process improvement placement. - Thermo-mechanical behaviour of advanced refractory ceramics for specific glass synthesis.- Planned and performed mechanical and microstructural studies (EBSD microscopy and TMA).- Daily collaboration with our customer Saint-Gobain SEFPRO (Massachusetts, USA).

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  Vertu

  Sept 2014 - Jul 2017

  - Sole Finite Element Analysis Engineer across all projects.- Assessing the mechanical performance of full handsets or subassemblies, and leading data-driven design changes.- Performing 3D Geometry preparation and updates using PTC Creo Parametrics.- FE model meshing, setup, solving and post processing using Altair HyperWorks (Impact, twist, bend, local study).- Liaising with and supporting the Design, Concept (mechanical and hardware), Materials and Reliability teams.- Conducting materials development and validation for simulation (Sapphire, Titanium, Ceramics).- Developing simulation process automation methods and tools (pre and post processing).- Performing Reliability engineering activities for CAE correlation and continual improvement.Presentation at the 9th Altair Technology Conference, Stratford Upon Avon, June 2015. “Enhanced drop test simulation for luxury smartphone” Show less

  • Simulation Engineer

    Feb 2015 - Jul 2017

  • Reliability Engineer

    Sept 2014 - Feb 2015
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  Gordon Murray Design

  Jul 2017 - Jun 2020

  Structural Analysis Engineer

  - Supporting the structural development of vehicle primary structure and sub-assemblies, from early conceptual stage to validation for production, using analytical and simulation tools.- Defining analysis scope, tasks and deliverable, performing targets derivation, developing load cases and defining correlation activities to meet technical specifications within timescales and budgets.- Performing Finite Element modelling, meshing, boundary conditions definition, analysis setup, debugging and post processing, using Altair HyperWorks and Partner Alliance products.- Conducting static and dynamic structural analysis, pre and post processing, for stiffness, strength and durability using OptiStruct, RADIOSS, MotionSolve solvers (simplified to complex analysis; metals & composites materials).- Supporting concept studies by performing hand calculations, developing excel calculators or using the full potential of 1D modelling analysis, Design of Experiments (DOE) and Optimisation tools.- Developing tools and approaches according to the level of complexity of the task and the maturity of the concept to optimise resources distribution along its development.- Conducting material characterisation via physical testing and deriving material properties for FEA applications.- Collaborating with design, manufacturing, project and testing engineers.- Compiling and presenting analysis reports of various level of complexity to support design review with internal/external audience.- Defining and supporting the development of physical tests for validation and correlation activities.- Identifying and contributing to the CAE team continuous improvement of approaches, methods, processes, tools, systems and equipment to improve quality and efficiency. Show less

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  Ceres Power

  Jun 2020 - now

  Senior CAE Engineer