Sean Reza Taklimi

**** * **** *, *******, KS ****8, USA

Tel: 949-***-****, Email: ac2gnl@r.postjobfree.com

Immigration Status: U.S. Citizen

OBJECTIVE

Seeking a challenging career as a research and development engineer in a progressive organization that provides an opportunity for me to utilize my unique skills and abilities to meet the demands of the company. EDUCATION

Wichita State University Wichita, KS 2014–2017

Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering GPA: 4.0 (of 4.0) Linköping University Linköping, Sweden 2009–2011 Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering GPA: 4.0 (of 5.0) Sharif University of Technology Tehran, Iran 1996–2001 Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering

PROFESSIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE

Spirit AeroSystems Wichita, KS July 2017–Present Manufacture Engineer

Providing shop floor support to deal with problems or issues on Boeing 737, 737 Max, and 777 production.

Developing and maintaining proper procedures for internally manufactured stock components resulting in savings of both material and labor.

Utilizing SAP, desktop applications, engineering drawings, and technical specifications.

Proficient in Visual Management, Visual Factory, and 5S.

Coordinate with engineering in the determination and development of materials, processes, specifications, and related documents to be used in the fabrication, rework and repair. Wichita State University Wichita, KS May 2017–Present Research Associate

Processing, fabrication, testing/characterization of boron nitride nanotubes (BNNTs) reinforced nanocomposites.

Conducting detailed surveys and performing experiments related to functionalization of BNNTs.

Working on designing, installation, and implementation of a chemical vapor deposition (CVD) system for synthesizing of carbon nanotubes (CNTs) and graphene. Wichita State University Wichita, KS January 2014–May 2017 Research and Teaching Assistant

Design and Manufacturing of Composites

Processed, fabricated, and performed testing/characterization of nanocomposites reinforced with various types of nanomaterials.

Material characterization and data analysis, using various qualitative and quantitative techniques and tools such as Raman spectroscopy, FTIR, TGA, XRD, DSC, and SEM.

Functionalization of the various geometrical configuration of nanomaterials such as straight and helical CNTs.

Design, analysis, fabrication, and testing of composite materials and structures.

Analytical and finite element modeling of composite/nanocomposite materials and structures.

Investigated and tested different nanoparticles for improving the mechanical properties of composites.

Served as teaching assistant for mechanical design, composite manufacturing, polymeric composites, and synthesis of nanomaterials classes.

Led, supervised, and mentored undergraduate and graduate research students to ensure proper understanding of the concepts and completion of assigned experiments for composite manufacturing lab. Micro Detect Inc. Tustin, CA February 2012–October 2013 Manufacturing and R&D Assistant

Production of Diagnostic Kits and Reagents, ELISA Testing, and Data Analysis

Assisted in creating, managing, and organizing quality assurance documentation.

Reviewed products, tools, services, and facilities against requirements, standards, and guidelines. Sean Reza Taklimi Page 2

Created documentation for different devices, and tracked related issues for improvement.

Harvested bacteria for use in antigen production for H. pylori and Candida.

Performed all required tasks to keep the lab running smoothly such as maintaining inventory and chemical stocks, cleaning lab equipment and utensils, autoclaving necessary items, and purchasing. Renewable Energy Organization of Iran (SUNA) Iran September 2003–August 2009 Research and Quality Development Engineer

Supervised contractor work to ensure compliance with company rules and standards.

Managed and controlled experimental procedure in the installation of 5 KW hydrogen electrolysis production plant.

Evaluated and maintained compliance of equipment to standards, regulations, legislation, besides updated these engineering standards.

Researched and presented material submittal sheets for the equipment used in the hydrogen production project, including plumbing, water electrolyzer and hydrogen storage units, electrical and also dimension requirements that comply with the consultant’s specifications and executed within the scheduled timelines.

Oversee quantitative and qualitative testing when needed for experimental procedures and reviewed production reports, and performed mathematical calculations for optimizing the system.

Identified calibration requirements, and ensured repair of malfunctions as required.

Performed analytical testing and research, supervised workers, and created a work schedule assignment for integration of photovoltaic panels with hydrogen production unit and fuel cell at Taleghan site. Azaran Web Company Tehran, Iran January 2003–August 2004 Web and Multimedia Designer

Supervised designing of several web sites, and led meetings with various clients to ensure that the projects were being completed by schedule, and all queries were being answered accordingly.

Directed and supervised several multimedia design projects, such as advertising for Tehran’s subway system.

Trained and mentored students how to use packaged software like spreadsheets, photo and movie editing, web and multimedia design.

RESEARCH EXPERIENCE

Devised chemical functionalization methods for different configurations of carbon and boron nitride nanotubes in nanocomposites, and investigated influential parameters of these methods.

Demonstrated considerable knowledge and experience with different characterization methods for nanomaterials.

Designed, fabricated, tested, and analyzed various composite materials and structures.

Conducted different mechanical tests on composites, such as tensile and compression, fracture toughness, hardness.

Performed analytical and finite element modeling of matrix-filled single-walled nanotubes for calculation of torsional mechanical properties and shear modulus.

Surveyed applications of carbon and boron nitride nanostructures in nanocomposites. SKILLS

Composite manufacturing: prepreg, resin transfer molding, wet lay-up

Characterization tools: Raman spectroscopy, FTIR, TGA, DSC, SEM, XRD

Engineering design and analysis with CATIA and ANSYS

Product service system strategies and contracts

Leadership and project management

Good knowledge in areas of Product Service System (PSS) strategies and contracts, Quality control, Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA) and Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) Computer Skills

Engineering applications: MATLAB, ADAMS, ANSYS, ABAQUS, CATIA, AutoCAD, HOMER, KnowItAll, MADYMO

Databases: Microsoft Access, Microsoft SQL Server

Advanced office applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Visio

Multimedia: Adobe Photoshop, Macromedia Flash, Adobe after Effect, Power Director, GoldWave

Website design: WordPress, Dreamweaver, HTML, CSS CERTIFICATIONS AWARDED

National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR)

CATIA Software Assembly (July 2016), Wireframe and Surfaces (May 2016), and Composites (February 2016) Sean Reza Taklimi Page 3

Wasserelektrolyse Hydrotechnik GmbH (Germany)

Technical training and operation of water electrolysis plant (December 2005) PUBLICATIONS

Taklimi, S. R., and Askari, D., “Effects of Process Parameters on Chemical Functionalization of Helicoil Carbon Nanotubes,” Proceedings of 14th International Conference on Nanomaterials and Nanotechnology, Madrid, Spain, April 30–31, 2017 (oral presentation).

Taklimi, S., 2017, “Effects of Different Processing Parameters on Covalent Functionalization of Straight and Helical Carbon Nanotubes for Nanocomposite Applications,” Ph.D. Dissertation, Wichita State University, Wichita, KS, USA, May 2011.

Taklimi, S. R., Ghazinezami, A., Cluff, K., and Askari, D., “Effects of Reflux Time and Temperature on Chemical Functionalization of Helical Carbon Nanotubes,” Proceedings of the Composites and Advanced Materials Expo (CAMX), Orlando, FL, USA, September 12–14, 2017 (under review).

Taklimi, S. R., Ghazinezami, A., Cluff, K., and Askari, D., “Effects of Acidic Mixture Ratio and Sonication Time on Covalent Functionalization of Carbon Nanotubes with Helical Configuration,” Proceedings of ASME's International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition (IMECE), Tampa, FL, USA, November 3–9, 2017 (under review).

Taklimi, S. R., Ghazinezami, A., Cluff, K., and Askari, D., “Effects of Reflux Temperature and Molarity of Acidic Solution on Chemical Functionalization of Helical Carbon Nanotubes,” SAE 2017 AeroTech Congress & Exhibition, Fort Worth, TX, USA, September 26–28, 2017 (under review).

Ghazinezami, A., Hosseini-Taklimi, S. R., and Askari, D., “Effects of Functionalization Methods and Geometrical Configurations of Carbon Nanotubes on Properties of Polymeric Nanocomposites,” Proceedings of the Society for the Advancement of Materials and Process Engineering (SAMPE), Anaheim, CA, USA, May 23–26, 2016, Paper # LB15-0155.

Hosseini-Taklimi, S. R., Ghazinezami, A., Vijayan, R., Ghazinejad M., and Askari, D., “Effects of CNTs Geometrical Configurations and Functionalization on Mechanical and Thermal Properties of Polymeric Nanocomposites,” Proceedings of The Composites and Advanced Materials Expo (CAMX), Dallas, TX, USA, October 26–29, 2015, Paper

#TP15-0336 (oral presentation).

Shiroudi, A., Taklimi, S. R. H., Mousavifar, S. A., and Taghipour, P., “Stand-Alone PV-Hydrogen Energy System in Taleghan-Iran Using HOMER Software: Optimization and Techno-Economic Analysis,” Environment, Development and Sustainability, 15(5):1389–1402, 2013.

Taklimi, S. R. H., “Influential Factors in Long-Term Product Service System Contracts,” Master of Science Thesis, Linköping University, Sweden, November 2011.

Shiroudi, A., and Taklimi, S. R. H., “Demonstration Project of the Solar Hydrogen Energy System Located on Taleghan- Iran: Technical-Economic Assessments,” World Renewable Energy Congress, Linköping, Sweden, May 8–13, 2011, pp. 1158–1165, doi:10.3384/ecp110571158.

Shiroudi, A., Taklimi, S. R. H., and Jafari, N., “Case Study: Technical Assessment of the Efficiency Optimization in Direct Connected PV-Electrolysis System at Taleghan-Iran,” World Renewable Energy Congress, Linköping, Sweden, May 8– 13, 2011, pp. 1150–1157, doi:10.3384/ecp110571150.

Taklimi, S. R. H., “Cost Prediction Mathematical Analysis of Hydrogen as Green Career,” Third Conference of Chemical and Biomass, Sanandaj, Iran, 2005 (paper).

Taklimi, S. R. H., “Hydrogen as a Clean and Green Energy Career,” Third Conference of Chemical and Biomass, Sanandaj, Iran, 2005 (paper).

MEMBERSHIP

Member, Society for the Advancement of Materials and Process Engineering (SAMPE)

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