Mehran Ghasempour-Mouziraji - Researcher in Additive Manufacturing

Q: Where is Mehran based?

Mehran is based in Aveiro, Portugal .

Q: What languages does Mehran speak?

Mehran speaks the following languages: Persian (Native), English (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Mehran have?

Mehran has at least 16 years of experience. During this time, Mehran has worked in at least 4 different roles and for 4 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 4 years and 11 months . Note that Mehran may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Mehran's latest experience?

Mehran's most recent position is Researcher in Additive Manufacturing at University of Twente .

Q: What companies has Mehran worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Mehran has worked for University of Twente and University of Aveiro .

Q: Which industries is Mehran most experienced in?

Mehran is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing and Education .

Q: Which business areas is Mehran most experienced in?

Mehran is most experienced in business areas like Research and Development (R&D) , Product Development , and Quality Assurance (QA) .

Q: Which industries has Mehran worked in recently?

Mehran has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing and Education .

Q: Which business areas has Mehran worked in recently?

Mehran has recently worked in business areas like Product Development , Quality Assurance (QA) , and Research and Development (R&D) .

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Aveiro, Portugal

Experience

Nov 2022 - Feb 2023

4 months

Researcher in Additive Manufacturing

University of Twente

Fabricated Ti64 stochastic lattice structures via laser powder bed fusion.
Designed modular gas caps to adjust shielding gas nozzle orifices.
Fabricated thin-walled structures via wire-based directed energy deposition.
Conducted mechanical testing to assess performance.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate additive manufacturing solutions into existing production workflows.
Conducted failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA).

Jun 2020 - Jul 2025

5 years 2 months

Research Fellow in Additive Manufacturing

University of Aveiro

Contributed to LASER4AMTT industry-led project on advanced additive manufacturing and localized heat treatment (Jun 2020 – Apr 2021).
Designed, prepared, and characterized thin and thick-walled parts using additive manufacturing techniques including SEM, OM, EDS, and EBSD.
Conducted multi-physics simulations via CAE to predict thermal, mechanical, and microstructural behavior during additive manufacturing processes.
Optimized additive manufacturing processes using machine learning to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and material performance.
Implemented quality control protocols to ensure consistency.
Developed and validated new processes and materials.
Created documentation and reports on fabrication strategies and project planning.
Conducted failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA).
Utilized product lifecycle management (PLM).
Investigated and mitigated residual stress and distortion in additive manufacturing components.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to scale additive manufacturing processes for industrial applications.
Established statistical process control (SPC) methods for continuous process improvement.

Jun 2013 - Sep 2019

6 years 4 months

Iran, Islamic Republic of

Lecturer

Various Universities and Research Centers

Taught courses including statics, principles of repair and maintenance, final projects, CAD/CAM, computer-based modeling, CNC, industrial drawing, and finite element modeling (basic and advanced).
Supervised final projects and mentored students in engineering disciplines.

Feb 2009 - Feb 2018

9 years 1 month

Iran, Islamic Republic of

Member of R&D Group and CAE Engineer

Kamran Machine

Served as senior mechanical 2D/3D designer.
Designed and evaluated structures using CAD/CAE software.
Developed and optimized structural strength and durability via CAE.
Designed, analyzed, and optimized sheet and bulk metal forming dies.
Created mechanical processes tailored to customer demands for factories, industries, and university labs.
Oversaw mechanical design via GD&T, fabrication, and prototyping using materials such as steel, copper, plastic, and aluminum.
Conducted product lifecycle management (PLM).
Implemented statistical process control (SPC).
Conducted failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA).
Evaluated feasibility and performance of manufacturing, assembly, and service processes.
Introduced optimization techniques to improve efficiency and accuracy in manufacturing processes.
Developed predictive models and simulations to support engineering design decisions.
Presented technical findings and management summaries.

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Manufacturing (14 years) and Education (6.5 years).

Manufacturing

Education

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Research and Development (15.5 years), Product Development (14 years), and Quality Assurance (14 years).

Research and Development

Product Development

Quality Assurance

Skills

Additive Manufacturing
Machine Learning
Multiphysics Simulation
Computational Mechanics
Manufacturing Process
Engineering Software: Abaqus, Catia, Simufact, Msc Apex, Design Expert, Minitab, Dream 3d, Simplify 3d, Meshlab, Atex
Programming Software: Matlab, Python
Others: Microsoft Office, Photoshop, Adobe Premiere

Languages

Persian

Native

English

Advanced

Education

Oct 2020 - Apr 2025

University of Aveiro

Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering · Mechanical Engineering · Aveiro, Portugal

Oct 2012 - Jun 2014

Azad University

M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering · Mechanical Engineering · Iran, Islamic Republic of

Oct 2009 - Jun 2011

Kar University

B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering · Mechanical Engineering · Iran, Islamic Republic of

...and 1 more

Certifications & licenses

Digital Networking Strategies

International Jury Member, Khayyam Invention And Innovation Festival

International Jury Member, OCIIP (Organization For Creativity, Innovation, And Invention Promotion)

Learning Data Analytics

Learning Data Science: Understanding The Basics

Programming Foundations: Fundamentals

Project Management Foundations

Project Management Foundations: Communication

Small Business Marketing

Sustainability As An Innovation Opportunity Administration

Time Management Fundamentals

Profile

Created

December 2025

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Where is Mehran based?

Mehran is based in Aveiro, Portugal.

What languages does Mehran speak?

Mehran speaks the following languages: Persian (Native), English (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Mehran have?

Mehran has at least 16 years of experience. During this time, Mehran has worked in at least 4 different roles and for 4 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 4 years and 11 months. Note that Mehran may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Mehran be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Mehran would be well-suited for roles such as: Researcher in Additive Manufacturing, Research Fellow in Additive Manufacturing, Lecturer.

What is Mehran's latest experience?

Mehran's most recent position is Researcher in Additive Manufacturing at University of Twente.

What companies has Mehran worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Mehran has worked for University of Twente and University of Aveiro.

Which industries is Mehran most experienced in?

Mehran is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing and Education.

Which business areas is Mehran most experienced in?

Mehran is most experienced in business areas like Research and Development (R&D), Product Development, and Quality Assurance (QA).

Which industries has Mehran worked in recently?

Mehran has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing and Education.

Which business areas has Mehran worked in recently?

Mehran has recently worked in business areas like Product Development, Quality Assurance (QA), and Research and Development (R&D).

What is Mehran's education?

Mehran holds a Doctorate in Mechanical Engineering from University of Aveiro, a Master in Mechanical Engineering from Azad University, a Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering from Kar University and a Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering from Imam Mohammad Bagehr Technical Institute.

Does Mehran have any certificates?

Mehran has 11 certificates. Among them, these include: Digital Networking Strategies, International Jury Member, Khayyam Invention And Innovation Festival, International Jury Member, OCIIP (Organization For Creativity, Innovation, and And Invention Promotion).

What is the availability of Mehran?

Mehran is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Mehran?

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