Mechanical Engineering Engineer

Behrang Asgharian

Mechanical Engineering PhD from WSU

*** **, **** ******, *** 7, Pullman, WA, 99163 3444

509-***-****, *.*********@*******.***

Linkedin Profile: http://www.linkedin.com/in/behrangasgharian

Skills Summary

Competent Mechanical Engineer (Ph.D.) with solid theoretical knowledge of Fluid Mechanics, Heat Transfer,

Thermodynamics, and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) with work experience and vast experience in

college teaching and research where I demonstrated strong work ethic and dedication to high quality performance.

Well-acquainted with developing numerical models to solve flow field and Heat Transfer problems. Familiar with

the commercial CFD code ANSYS FLUENT and generating mesh with GAMBIT. Possessing proven strong

interpersonal and excellent communication skills.

Objective

To obtain an engineering position where I can apply my strong knowledge of Fluid Dynamics, Heat Transfer,

Thermodynamics, and CFD to solve new problems more efficiently and accurately and contribute to the growth of

industry.

Education

• PhD, Mechanical Engineering, Washington State University, Pullman, WA, May 2013, GPA=3.8.

• Master’s Degree, Mechanical Engineering, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran, June 2007.

• Bachelor’s Degree, Mechanical Engineering, Amirkabir University of Technology, Tehran, Iran, 2003.

Work Experience

RESEARCH:

Research Assistant at Washington State University, Pullman, WA. 09/2009-05/2013

Dissertation title: Numerical Modeling of Thermoacoustic Heat Pumps and Prime Movers With No

Stacks and Intermittent Stacks

• Code Developing: Developed simplified numerical models in MATLAB to study thermoacoustic engines

and heat pumps with no stack and systems with transverse-pin array stacks. Showed that these systems

can be more efficient that conventional stack systems. The numerical models predicted up to 60% for the

second law efficiencies of the heat pumps and the engines. Learned how to write codes more efficiently

by using different discretization schemes and how monitor the code’s convergence. The first journal paper

was published and the second paper will be submitted soon.

• CFD Modeling: Modeled no stack thermoacoustic systems using ANSYS FLUENT and compared the

results with the results from the simplified numerical model mentioned above and found very good

agreement between them. CFD modeling showed that no stack engines and heat pumps can perform with

second law efficiencies as high as 55% with greater power density or heating capacity. Learned how to

apply oscillatory and time-dependent boundary conditions, temperature-dependent viscosity and

conductivity by using UDF’s (User Defined Functions) as a code in C++ and hooking it to FLUENT.

Learned how to extract properties of every single cell from FLUENT using UDF’s. Found the right mesh

size, time step, convergence criteria, discretization scheme, and other numerical parameters for modeling

acoustic and thermoacoustic flow that led to reasonable results. Acquired the skill of generating mesh

using GAMBIT for thermoacoustic geometries.

Research Assistant at Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran. 09/2004-05/2007

Thesis title: Numerical Modeling of Cavitation in Diesel Fuel Injector Nozzles.

• Studied cavitation phenomenon in Diesel fuel injector nozzles by receiving generous help through

correspondence from Dr. David P. Schmidt from University of Massachusetts at Amherst. Gained

experience in modeling compressible flow. Learned how to seek help from abroad.

INDUSTRY:

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B ehrang Asgharian

Mechanical Engineering PhD from WSU

140 NW, True Street, Apt 7, Pullman, WA, 99163 3444

509-***-****, *.*********@*******.***

Linkedin Profile: http://www.linkedin.com/in/behrangasgharian

Mechanical Engineer, Piping Discipline at FARAB Company, Tehran, Iran. 09/2005-05/2007

• Worked with the piping discipline for a gas compressor station project.

• Handled stress analyses in pipes and chose the suitable size and material for the pipes.

• Learned how to collaborate with engineers from other disciplines in order to work more efficiently and

develop project documents and specifications.

TEACHING:

Teaching Assistant at Washington State University, Pullman, WA. 09/2009-05/2013

9 Appointments,

• TA for Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Heat Transfer, and Thermal Fluids Lab: Delivered

lectures in the professor’s absence. Responsible for teaching during recitation hours, Graded homework

papers, lab reports, and quizzes every week. Developed specific grading rubrics for the lab. Developed

lesson plans for the lectures and recitations. Solved the homework problems using EES beforehand to

prepare the solutions and also to be able to help the students more effectively. Gained experience in

teaching large classes (more than 70 students). Built up excellent rapport with students and the professor.

Solidified my understanding of thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, and Heat Transfer through teaching.

01/2008-06/2009

Faculty Lecturer at Persian Gulf University, Bushehr, Iran.

My first experience with college teaching. Developed lesson plans, delivered all the lectures, gave

midterm and final exams, and helped students with their course projects. Understood the value of a

solid lesson plan for every session and how to be comfortable and confident in front of more than 40

students. Courses included:

• Gas Dynamics: Book: "Modern Compressible Flow: With Historical Perspective" by "John Anderson".

• Fluid Mechanics: Book: "Fluid Mechanics, Fundamentals and Applications" by "Yunus A. Cengel".

• Internal Combustion Engines: Book: "Internal Combustion Engines Fundamentals" by "John

Heywood".

English Teacher at Apadana language institute, Karaj, Iran. 09/2008-08/2009

Responsible for teaching English classes at intermediate, upper-intermediate, advanced levels. A great

experience which resulted in learning English from a teacher’s perspective. Improved on my grasp of

vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, and American accent through teaching.

• Intermediate: Book: "Interchange" by "Jack C. Richards".

• Upper Intermediate: Book: "First Certificate Master class" by "Simon Haines et al."

• Advanced: TOEFL – IBT.

Publications

• Paper: Asgharian, B. and Matveev, K., “Numerical modeling of thermoacoustic no stack heat pumps and prime

movers”, Engineering Applications of Computational Fluid Mechanics, Vol. 6, No. 3,pp. 346 355 (2012)

• Book: Asgharian, B., Javadi, S. and Darvishi, M., “A comprehensive Guide to CAESAR II”, AFRANG Publications, 2009,

Tehran, Iran, ISBN: 978-***-**** 15 7.

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B ehrang Asgharian

Mechanical Engineering PhD from WSU

140 NW, True Street, Apt 7, Pullman, WA, 99163 3444

509-***-****, *.*********@*******.***

Linkedin Profile: http://www.linkedin.com/in/behrangasgharian

Honors/Awards

• Mechanical Engineering Department of WSU: Nominated for the Outstanding TA award in 2011.

• Graduate and Professional Student Association at WSU (GPSA): Teaching Assistant Excellence Award in Fall 2012.

Relevant Coursework

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Convection Heat Transfer Advanced Macroscopic Thermodynamics

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Conduction and Radiation Heat Transfer Finite Difference CFD

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Advanced Fluid Dynamics Finite Volume CFD

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Combustion Gas Dynamics (Compressible Flow)

Certifications/Workshops

• Graduate Teaching Workshops at WSU (2010, 2011, 2012)

Technical Skills/Interests

• Major Interests: CFD, Numerical Modeling, Combustion, Thermodynamics, Heat Transfer, Fluid Mechanics.

• Computer Skills: ANSYS FLUENT, MATLAB, Maple, C++, EES, Refprop, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office

Leadership Skills

• Leader of the Mechanical Engineering Department hiking group at Amirkabir University of Technology during my

Bachelor’s years (2000 2003)

• Founder and leader of a well organized hiking group at FARAB Company (2006). Climbed the highest peaks in Iran

including Mt. Damavand (5610m, 18,406ft). Gained strong leadership skills by leading different people from entry level to

senior engineers in a hiking group.

Non-Technical Competencies

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Excellent communication skills Positive attitude that inspires others to set personal

goals

• Honesty and integrity

• Discipline

• Strong work ethic

• Commitment

• Self confidence

• Multicultural Experience

• Sense of humor

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B ehrang Asgharian

Mechanical Engineering PhD from WSU

140 NW, True Street, Apt 7, Pullman, WA, 99163 3444

509-***-****, *.*********@*******.***

Linkedin Profile: http://www.linkedin.com/in/behrangasgharian

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