Engineering State University

SANJEEV ACHARYA

**** * ***** *** *** **, Boise, ID, 83706

****************@*****.***, (443) 929 – 5672

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science in Materials Science and Engineering (BSMSE) Graduated in May 2013

Boise State University, Boise, ID GPA 3.812 (Magna cum

Laude)

Minor in Physics

Senior Design Project with Micron Technology Inc. (Aug 2012 – May

2013)

• Worked on a team to develop a methodology for micro-mechanical characterization of Thru Silicon

VIAs (TSV) in 3D memory packaging.

• Identified customer needs and translated into engineering specifications.

• Developed a probe tip model compatible with a Dage 4000 Plus bond tester for measurement of

micron scale features.

• Used modified tool to characterize mechanical properties of TSVs stacks.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Research Assistant, Advanced Materials Lab, Boise State University (May 2011–

Present)

• Conducting research on developing an in-situ engine lubricant health sensor. (May 2011–

Present)

o Implementing Interdigitated Array (IDA) micro-sensors to determine extent of engine

lubricant’s degradation by isolating the influence of multiple degradation mechanisms.

o Characterizing incoming micro sensors using optical microscope to avoid electrode shorting.

o Conducting electrochemical experiments such as Open Circuit Potential (OCP) and

Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy (EIS) to measure the resistivity of lubricants.

o Compare impedance measurement effectiveness of micro sensors with macro sensors.

• Conducted research on corrosion of bearing steel samples. (Jan 2012– Jul

2012)

o Characterized bearing steel samples using a scanning electron microscope (SEM) and optical

microscope (OM) and characterized chemical compositions using energy dispersive x-ray

spectroscopy (EDS).

o Conducted profilometry to evaluate surface roughness of samples.

o Conducted anodic potentiodynamic test to find corrosion current and corrosion potential.

o Based on optical images, surface roughness data and potentiodynamic test results,

determined extent of corrosion on bearing steel samples.

Other Skills and Qualifications

o Train undergraduate researchers on SEM, EDS, optical profiler (OP), and general

electrochemistry techniques and tools.

o Communicated research findings and plans in group meetings.

o Helped in lab management by participating in lab safety walk-throughs, purchasing and in

restocking.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Computer: Microsoft Office, C++, Matlab, Mathematica, Adobe Photoshop

• Languages: English, Nepali, and Hindi

HONORS AND SCHOLARSHIPS

• Dean’s list, College of Engineering (Boise State University, Dec 2010 to

present)

• GEM Scholarship (Boise State University, Aug 2010 to

present)

• Materials Science and Engineering Scholarship (Boise State University, Aug 2012)

• High Ability Scholar (Boise State University, Feb 2011)

• International Student Scholarship (Grambling State University, Apr

24, 2008)

ACTIVITIES

Commencement Marshall in graduation ceremony representing College of Engineering, Boise

State University, May 18, 2013

Poster Presentation “Device and Methodology for Micro-mechanical Characterization of Thru

Silicon VIAs” at 10th Annual Undergraduate Research Conference, Boise State University, April

2012, Boise ID

(http://scholarworks.boisestate.edu/eng_13/1/)

Poster Presentation “Influence of Electrode Design on Electrochemical Impedance Response in

Oil to Improve Engine Life” at 10th Annual Undergraduate Research Conference, Boise State

University, April 2012, Boise ID

(http://scholarworks.boisestate.edu/eng_13/2/)

Poster Presentation “Influence of Electrode Design on Electrochemical Impedance Response in

Oil to Improve Engine Life” at 142nd The Minerals Metals and Metallurgy Annual Meeting and

Exhibition, March 3-7, 2013, San Antonio, TX

Poster Presentation “Versatile In-Situ Engine Lubricant Health Sensor” at 9th Annual

Undergraduate Research Conference, Boise State University, April 2012, Boise ID

(http://scholarworks.boisestate.edu/eng_12/30/)

Member, The Minerals, Metals and Materials Society (TMS)

Member, Association for Iron & Steel Technology (AIST)

Member, ASM International

Member, The American Ceramic Society (ACerS)

Member, Material Science Club, Boise State University

Member, International Student Association

Member, Nepalese Student Association

Volunteered on numerous local places through International Student Association

Community based service learning project to design and manufacture a harness system for a service

dog.

UNESCO heritage guide

REFERENCE

Dr. William Knowlton Sateesh Koka

Professor, Materials Science and Engineering, Engineer, Micron Technology Inc

Boise State University

Work Phone: 208-***-****

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Dr. Mike Hurley Cheryl Mason

Research Supervisor and Research Assistant Senior PFA Technician, Micron Technology,

Professor, Materials Science and Engineering, Inc.

Boise State University

Work phone: 208-***-****

Work Phone: 208-***-****

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