Hadi Parsamehr

Experience

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  Alborz Rock Testing Company

  Nov 2009 - Nov 2013

  Co-Founder & Director

  • Founder and Director at Alborz Rock Testing Company to conduct materials testing, analyzing Mechanical and Chemical properties of various materials like Rock, Soil, and Metals.• Developed innovative testing methodologies to ensure accurate characterization of materials for clients.• Implemented quality control measures to guarantee reliable and consistent testing results.

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  Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI)(工業技術研究院, 工研院)

  Feb 2014 - Jan 2019

  Materials Research Engineer

  Contributed to innovative R&D in advanced materials and processing techniques, supporting the automotive and aerospace industries. Developed novel Al and Zr-based alloys with enhanced mechanical properties, improved surface characteristics (friction and wetability), and corrosion resistance. Assisted in optimizing HVOF thermal spray coating processes, improving coating adhesion and durability in harsh environments. Contributed to refining alloy designs and powder morphology to reduce particle size variation and enhance oxidation resistance after coating. Supported the development of advanced thin-film deposition processes (PVD, ALD) to improve wear resistance, electrical resistivity, and mechanical properties. Show less

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  University of Michigan

  Mar 2019 - Feb 2021

  Research Fellow

  Conducted cutting-edge research in high-temperature alloys, supported by the Department of Energy Office of Science. Developed advanced methodologies for predicting material behavior and applied synchrotron-based analysis, including X-ray Absorption Spectroscopy (XAS), to uncover new material properties. Pioneered novel approaches in microstructure engineering, gaining insights into grain growth, phase formation, and quasicrystal atomic structures. Developed computational models (MATLAB, Thermo-Calc) to predict material behavior, reducing experimental time and accelerating research outcomes. Show less

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  Lam Research

  Mar 2021 - Jul 2022

  Process engineer- Member of Technical Staff

  Worked closely with foundry partners to optimize DRAM and 3D NAND fabrication processes.Performed yield analysis and defect characterization using advanced metrology techniques (TEM, Dual Beam, EELS, EDX).Conducted DOE to improve wafer-level uniformity and process robustness.Implemented process optimization strategies, reducing cycle time and enhancing device performance.

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  Western Digital

  Jul 2022 - now

  Principal Engineer-Hardware Development Engineer