Armin Saeedi Vahdat

8 years of experience in project management and goal achievement. Extensive experience in multidisciplinary engineering & science, research & development, test and problem solving. Experienced in design of experiments and data analysis for process improvements. Experienced in nano/micro particle interaction and adhesion characterization in dry and aqueous environments. Experienced in thin films (2D materials (Graphene)) adhesion and mechanical properties characterization. Experienced in residual stress effects characterization on thin films removal during chemical mechanical planarization (CMP). Experienced in CMP tribological mechanism characterization to minimize defects such as WIWNU and scratches. Experienced in developing ultrasonic-based techniques to remove and transport micro/nano particles (post-CMP applications). Experienced in developing optical techniques (Evanescent field-based) to track nano-size particles (down to 10 nm) in liquid. Experienced in ultrasonic-based viscoelastic properties characterization for soft materials. Experienced in designing and testing microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) and characterizing their dynamics/vibrations. Experienced in thermo-mechanical modeling for microstructures. Experienced in mathematical modeling and numerical techniques. Flexible to work on new fields of research due to strong academic background. Experienced in generating presentations and reports. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Experienced in leadership, mentoring and supervising students and projects. Experience of working in teams with diverse personalities with professional communication and presentation skills. In depth knowledge of wave mechanics, intermolecular forces, ultrasonic, digital signal processing, FEA, dynamics & vibrations.